1993 Chevrolet Caprice Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 21%of 61 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the brakes of the 1993 Chevrolet Caprice, 21% of the 61 complaints for this model year. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While traveling on highway and without prior warning ABS brake light appeared on dashboard. Dealership is aware of problem. Consumer stated that the brake pads were replaced at 21000 miles and front discs replaced at 27000 miles. Also the antilock brake sensor failed at 23000 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #8016024, filed 2002-08“When going over rough terrain, the ABS brakes don't work . The dealer will be notified. Consumer stated while braking over a single set of railroad tracks, the brake pulsated under consumers foot, however vehicle did not stop.”
NHTSA complaint #816816, filed 1997-10“If the front wheels are on different pavement there is no braking ability which may result in a crash. Dealer cannot determine the caus eof the problem. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #853665, filed 1999-12“Abs braking problems. Tt the wheels on ABS lock up most of the time, especially during rain or snow. The dealer machined the rear drums, but the consumer says this should not happen on a new vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #975111, filed 1995-11Brakes: 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 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
15 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 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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