1994 Chevrolet Caprice Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 18about this part
- Share
- 12%of 146 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 18 complaints about the brakes of the 1994 Chevrolet Caprice, 12% of the 146 complaints for this model year. 1 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.
“While driving vehicle at 45mph it would make howling noises in the rear. Took vehicle to dealer & informed by mechanic the problem was rearend differential. Also, brakes would pull to the left when applied. Cannot locate problem with naked eye. Tires were replaced & vehicle was aligned, and front seat belts would fail to retract or lock.”
NHTSA complaint #853602, filed 1999-12“Rear brakes were not adjusted properly/brake lining got contaminated and had bad brake fluid, which may cause rear brakes to malfunction. Dealer adjusted the rear brakes, and installed new brake fluid. Dealer stated that the fluid needs to be changed every two years. But this is not listed in the owner's manual.”
NHTSA complaint #834087, filed 1999-01“When driving on wet pavement and applying the brakes at 30 MPH or lesser speed, the left front brakes will lock up. Consumer had vehicle in the shop for service before, and the problem has returned. Dealer can't determine the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #833172, filed 1999-01“Abs: anti lock brake system not working properly; during panic stop or wet surface, does not pump brakes as intended. Tt faulty window motor failed, window would not go up or down. Installed a wiring or connecto and ABS light illuminated again.”
NHTSA complaint #973220, filed 1995-10“Abs, brakes will pull when engaged, ABS yellow light came on, replaced rotors and disc pads and calipers and when applied brakes creep with a slight touch.”
NHTSA complaint #979477, filed 1996-02Brakes: 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 1994 Chevrolet Caprice
32 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
27 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
12 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
12 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsTires
9 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Chevrolet Caprice
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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