Stability control applying the brakes randomly!!
#1
Stability control applying the brakes randomly!!
About as disturbing as a malfunction can get.
2010 HHR. Driving straight ahead about 30 mph. The brakes start applying (HARD!) over and over and over all by themselves! The car was bucking like a bronco. The dash said ESC Active.
Luckily, I always read my car manuals and knew that pushing and holding the traction control turns off the ESC.
It's the only way I got it to stop.
I drove the rest of the day by turning off the ESC at each start.
I can only guess what kind of toast I would have been if this had happened on the freeway.
What the Hell?!?
I want to contact GM on this tomorrow since I feel that I could be thrown into total loss of control of the vehicle. This is waaaaaay worse than an ignition switch problem.
Anyone here know what number to call to get some serious attention from GM?
Thanks.
2010 HHR. Driving straight ahead about 30 mph. The brakes start applying (HARD!) over and over and over all by themselves! The car was bucking like a bronco. The dash said ESC Active.
Luckily, I always read my car manuals and knew that pushing and holding the traction control turns off the ESC.
It's the only way I got it to stop.
I drove the rest of the day by turning off the ESC at each start.
I can only guess what kind of toast I would have been if this had happened on the freeway.
What the Hell?!?
I want to contact GM on this tomorrow since I feel that I could be thrown into total loss of control of the vehicle. This is waaaaaay worse than an ignition switch problem.
Anyone here know what number to call to get some serious attention from GM?
Thanks.
Last edited by Marketblandings; 06-03-2014 at 01:11 AM. Reason: Spell
#2
Your first contact should be your local dealer, and have them tow it in - it sounds too dangerous to be driven. It's a warranty issue unless you are way over the mileage.
You can find the right numbers for GM in your Owners Manual.
You can find the right numbers for GM in your Owners Manual.
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Hi Marketblandings,
I apologize for any frustrations. We will be glad to contact your dealership on your behalf regarding the difficulties that you have been experiencing. Please feel free to send us a private message including your full contact information, VIN, current mileage, and dealership name if we can be of any assistance. We will be looking forward to your reply!
Kristen A.
Chevrolet Customer Care
I apologize for any frustrations. We will be glad to contact your dealership on your behalf regarding the difficulties that you have been experiencing. Please feel free to send us a private message including your full contact information, VIN, current mileage, and dealership name if we can be of any assistance. We will be looking forward to your reply!
Kristen A.
Chevrolet Customer Care
#8
Hi Marketblandings,
I apologize for any frustrations. We will be glad to contact your dealership on your behalf regarding the difficulties that you have been experiencing. Please feel free to send us a private message including your full contact information, VIN, current mileage, and dealership name if we can be of any assistance. We will be looking forward to your reply!
Kristen A.
Chevrolet Customer Care
I apologize for any frustrations. We will be glad to contact your dealership on your behalf regarding the difficulties that you have been experiencing. Please feel free to send us a private message including your full contact information, VIN, current mileage, and dealership name if we can be of any assistance. We will be looking forward to your reply!
Kristen A.
Chevrolet Customer Care
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