Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
1,163 NHTSA complaints about service brakes, air:antilock issues across 42 makes and 282 models.
The service brakes, air:antilock is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 1,163 filings from 42 manufacturers and 282 distinct vehicle models, a footprint large enough that defect engineers can isolate part-family patterns across different platforms that share the same supplier or the same federal motor vehicle safety standard.
Among filings citing this component, owners have reported 232 crashes, 6 fires, 120 injuries, and 17 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the CHEVROLET SILVERADO with 72 filings, followed by CHEVROLET BLAZER and CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. These severity counters are what separates a nuisance complaint trend from a pattern NHTSA is likely to escalate into a Preliminary Evaluation.
Component-level analysis is how the Office of Defects Investigation spots cross-manufacturer supplier issues — the same airbag inflator, the same takata-style ignition switch, the same brake hose material — before they become industry-wide recalls. When you see a single component accumulating large complaint volume across several unrelated nameplates, that is usually a signature of a shared supplier or a shared federal standard being stressed by real-world conditions. Use the affected-vehicles table below to see whether the pattern is concentrated on a handful of models or distributed evenly, and cross-reference each model's full recall and investigation history before drawing conclusions about any one nameplate.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CHEVROLET SILVERADO | 72 |
| 2 | CHEVROLET BLAZER | 51 |
| 3 | CHEVROLET SUBURBAN | 47 |
| 4 | CHEVROLET S10 | 41 |
| 5 | GMC JIMMY | 31 |
| 6 | PONTIAC GRAND AM | 22 |
| 7 | HONDA ACCORD | 21 |
| 8 | DODGE CARAVAN | 21 |
| 9 | FORD EXPLORER | 20 |
| 10 | TOYOTA CAMRY | 19 |
| 11 | CADILLAC ALLANTE | 18 |
| 12 | CHEVROLET CAVALIER | 17 |
| 13 | ISUZU RODEO | 16 |
| 14 | GMC SIERRA | 16 |
| 15 | FORD WINDSTAR | 16 |
| 16 | DODGE DURANGO | 16 |
| 17 | CHEVROLET MALIBU | 16 |
| 18 | CHEVROLET ASTRO | 16 |
| 19 | DODGE GRAND CARAVAN | 15 |
| 20 | GMC SONOMA | 14 |
| 21 | SUBARU WRX | 13 |
| 22 | GMC SUBURBAN | 13 |
| 23 | CHEVROLET TAHOE | 13 |
| 24 | CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 | 12 |
| 25 | GMC SAFARI | 11 |
| 26 | FORD TAURUS | 11 |
| 27 | FORD F-150 | 11 |
| 28 | PLYMOUTH VOYAGER | 10 |
| 29 | JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE | 10 |
| 30 | HONDA PASSPORT | 10 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. In addition, a burn
The contact owns a 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, the contact stated that the lane assist feature was activated. The contact stated that the Anti-lock Brake System wa
The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was stuck in gear. While driving there was an abnormal burning odor coming from the vehicle. Th
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated the antilock brake system light was on and it chimed. The contact stated the chiming was distracting and the contact was unaware if the brake sys
The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH the vehicle in front of the contact made a complete stop. The contact attempted to brake, but the Anti-lock Brake Syst
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle was smoking from the rear, and the ABS failed to operate as designed, causing the wheels to lock-up. Th
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed down a steep driveway, upon depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to come to a com
I was driving in a parking lot when it was snowing and the traction control and anti lock brakes went out. Due to that, the car locked up and I hit a curb. My tie rod is bent now on the passenger si
The contact owned a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of Ford Campaign Number: 20E03 and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list because he no longer owns the vehic
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the ABS, traction control module, and steering column control module warning lights illuminated. The vehicle
The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while driving at 20 MPH, the anti-lock brake turned on with no warning causing the contact to crash into a construction barrel causing minor da
The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the shifter module, ABS, door module for the driverâs and passengerâs side doors, the instrument cl
The contact's daughter owns a 2013 Ford Escape. The contact stated that her daughter related to her that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle started independently braking without the brake
Traction control and abs. Acceleration jerking
The service active handling and the traction control error is appearing on my cars instrument panel. Causing the cars ABS system to activate the front brakes while driving.This reaction causes the car
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 428i. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal humming sound coming from the vehicle. Additionally, the vehicle hesitated during
The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH and when attempting to make a stop, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard. The failure occurred consist
The contact owns a 2009 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 45 MPH, the brake pedal failed to operate as needed upon depression as his wife crashed a vehicle that stoppe
The contact stated owns a 2008 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the ABS system locked up and the brake pedal was firm and difficult to depress, causing the contact
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed tha
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Data Sources
Vehicle complaint data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database. Includes consumer-reported safety issues filed with NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Severity counts cross-reference NHTSA FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) for fatal incidents where a corresponding FARS record exists.
Component categories are standardized by NHTSA. Crash-test ratings where shown are drawn from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Complaint counts, crash reports, fire reports, and fatality data reflect consumer-submitted reports and may not represent all incidents.
Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for vehicle purchase decisions. NHTSA complaint data is self-reported by consumers and has not been verified or investigated. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate a defect. Always consult a qualified mechanic and check official NHTSA recall notices before making safety-related decisions.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.