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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE
39 NHTSA complaints about service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module issues across 7 makes and 14 models.
Data updated August 2026. Counts render from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation standardized component field; severity flags cross-reference NHTSA ODI complaint flags for owner-reported crash, fire, and injury markers. This page is for informational purposes and does not replace NHTSA recall notices or a vehicle-specific inspection. Methodology · Corrections.
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ODI category SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE
39 filings · 14 models · 7 makes · vintage August 2026
- FILINGS SPARSE 39 ODI rows
- MODELS 14 nameplates citing this part
- MAKES 7 manufacturers in corpus
- CRASH 7.7% 3 crash-flagged
- RANK #360 of 696 categories
- SEV QUIET 0 deaths · 1 injuries
Filing-volume peers
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE sits SPARSE on ODI intake volume (#360 of 696 standardized categories) with a QUIET severity stamp (0 reported fatalities across 14 models). Open Hyundai Genesis (category leader) →
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE severity reading
The standout signal for service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module is severity: 0 reported fatalities and 1 injuries (QUIET stamp) on 39 filings (SPARSE volume).
Sparse categories can swing on a single high-volume nameplate; treat the leader row as the actionable signal, not the category headline alone.
Next step: compare Hyundai Genesis against BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION on filing totals before treating service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module volume as a purchase signal.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hyundai Genesis | |
| 2 | Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| 3 | Lincoln MKX | |
| 4 | RAM 2500 | |
| 5 | Saturn SKY | |
| 6 | RAM 5500 | |
| 7 | RAM 3500 | |
| 8 | Ford Transit Connect | |
| 9 | Ford Taurus | |
| 10 | Ford Fusion | |
| 11 | Ford Explorer | |
| 12 | Ford Edge | |
| 13 | Dodge Journey | |
| 14 | Chevrolet Corvette |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS module failure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS and Traction Control Service warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the cr
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "ABS System Fault” message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed failur
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the ABS and check engine warning lights remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who
The contact owns a 2020 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The conta
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the brake pedal would depress the floorboard without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed. The
The contact owns a 2009 Saturn Sky. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger's side air bag and electronic brake control module (EBCM) warning lights illuminated. The ve
The contact owns a 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE . The contact stated that while driving his vehicle, his brake system started to make noise and became unresponsive. The contact stated that he then drov
On October 15, 2021, I was driving my 2016 Ford Transit Connect at approximately 55MPH on a state road. I was closing in on a slow-moving truck, and pressed the brake pedal just to slow down about 5MP
The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the brake pedal depressed and went to the floorboard. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact
The contact owns a 2008 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph the brakes failed and the pedal extended to the floor causing the vehicle to crash into a stationary tru
APPROACHED AN EXIT FROM A PARKING LOT AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT APPLYING THE BRAKE. WAS ABLE TO PUMP THE BRAKE PEDAL AND GET THE BRAKES TO WORK. THE PEDAL NOW IS ABOUT
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT FAILED TO RESPOND UNTIL THE BRAKE PEDAL REACHED THE FLOORBOARD. THERE WAS NO WARNING
BRAKE FAILURE. BRAKE PEDAL MUST BE PUMPED TO COMPLETELY DEPRESS THE BRAKES AND STOP THE CAR. THIS ISSUE PERSISTS THROUGHOUT USE OF THE VEHICLE AND NO MATTER WHETHER AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OR IN TOWN. T
BRAKES FAILED, BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR. ITS VERY DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND SOMETIMES I END UP NOT BEING ABLE TO STOP AND HAVE TO GO THROUGH THE RED LIGHT OR INTO THE DITCH. THE DEAL
BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO FLOORBOARD -- CAN PUMP AND GET PARTIAL BRAKE - AFRAID TO DRIVE AT HIGHER SPEEDS -- HAVE HAD THE MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED AND BRAKE SYSTEM BLED- DID NOT HELP THE PROBLEM
WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND COMING TO A STOP, THE BRAKES GOES DOWN TO THE FLOOR AS IF IT'S GIVING OUT. I'VE READ A LOT OF COMPLAINTS ABOUT PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE AND THEIR BRAKES WENT COMPLET
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND CAME UP TO A STOP LIGHT AND BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. IT WAS SPONGY AND SQUEAKED. PUMPED THE BRAKES AND IT STOPPED. ISSUE RECURRED AND TOOK TO LOCAL MECHANIC WHO DIAG
BRAKES ARE A CONTINUING PROBLEM OR BETTER SAID BAD BRAKES, LIKE SOMETIMES GOING TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE ESC DASH LIGHT IS ON AND THE CRUISE CONTROL DOESN'T WORK EITHER. I HAD COMPLETED A RECALL ON THE
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