2005 Suzuki Forenza Brakes Problems

“I bought a Suzuki Forenza 2005 for my mother last august. She drove this car for 5 months and she didn't have a single problem. In january she was approaching a red light at the intersection and her car would not stop. She drove through the red light but it was early in the morning and there were no other cars on the road. Slowly her car stopped. 2 weeks passed and she had the same problem. About a month passed, she was approaching the red light and her car would not stop. She called me. She was crying and she told me she was afraid to drive this car. …”

“Dt: the contact stated while driving the brakes failed and the check engine light came on. The road conditions were dry, and brake failure occurred under normal braking and at normal to low speeds. He contacted the dealership, who claimed the brake switch malfunctioned, causing the check engine light to come on. Also, contacted the manufacturer. They told him to contact the dealership. No repairs have been made. Updated 1/11/2006 -”

“Dt: the vehicle has been in over the last 8-9 months for a metal to metal sound in the secondary braking system. Dealer said it was a known problem, and there was nothing that could be done about it. The calipers on the secondary braking system that operatesd the emergency parking brake in the rear. If the pads dislodged it would cause the wheels to lock up. The vehicle has been into the service department around 10-15 times. Consumer's father, steve herman, has filed this complaint on behalf of the owner who was away at college.”