1991 Chevrolet Caprice Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 32about this part
- Share
- 24%of 131 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 32 complaints about the brakes of the 1991 Chevrolet Caprice, 24% of the 131 complaints for this model year. 6 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The anti-lock brakes started to fail within the past 2-3 weeks. I took the car to lou grubb Chevrolet on 7/21/99 for repairs and they replased the rr anti-lock sensor then turned the rear drums and front rotors. They said that should fix the problem to the tune of $303.00. On the way home the brakes failed again. My wife drove it yesterday and could not keep the car from lurching forward at a stop light so she slammed the transmission into park. The anti-lock brakes indicator of dis-engagement came on the dash and she drove the car home. …”
NHTSA complaint #709299, filed 1999-07“Anti- lock brakes failed, car skidded ten feet then rolled about twenty feet into the back of another car that had panic stopped. Air bag did not deploy. Bumper went under other car crushing my car to the windshield. Both cars were the same size so bumpers should be at same height. The other car is a early nineties lincoln town car.”
NHTSA complaint #731505, filed 2000-09“While driving at any speed vehicle shook uncontrollably. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that brakes needed to be replaced, and replaced them. However, the problem recurred.”
NHTSA complaint #10074008, filed 2004-05“Vehicle was inside of the parking lot, consumer sifted gear into reverse and vehicle surged backwards. Then, he shifted gear into drive and there was a loud noise. Driver did not push gas pedal when the vehicle surged forward. Brakes wouldn't stop vehicle. Vehicle hit a parked car and then a trailer. Dealership was aware of the problem. Insurance company has totaled the vehicle at this time.”
NHTSA complaint #873344, filed 2000-10“Hamilton band police experiencing complete brake failure. Officer states when responding to an emergency call, traveling about 70 MPH and upon applying force to the brake pedal, the pedal traveled to the floorboard,resulting in extended stopping distance/brake fade away. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Vehicle awaiting service at a repair shop. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #827352, filed 1998-08Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 17% |
| 1996 | 3 | 5% |
| 1995 | 6 | 7% |
| 1994 | 18 | 12% |
| 1993 | 13 | 21% |
| 1992 | 30 | 34% |
| 1991 | 32 | 24% |
| 1989 | 3 | 17% |
| 1988 | 1 | 8% |
| 1987 | 3 | 18% |
| 1986 | 19 | 63% |
| 1984 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
18 complaintsElectrical system
16 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsSeat belts
12 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsSuspension
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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