NHTSA Complaint #10542489 — 2006 SAAB 9-3 SERVICE BRAKES

Complaint Details

ODI Number	10542489
Vehicle	2006 SAAB 9-3
Component	SERVICE BRAKES
Date of Incident	August 23, 2010
Date Filed	September 8, 2013
Mileage	54,079 miles
Crash	Yes
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE AFTER SITTING, THE BRAKES HAD GREATLY INCREASED PEDAL EFFORT TO APPLY AND GREATLY REDUCED BREAKING RESULT. THE CAR FAILED TO STOP AND STRUCK A POLE WHILE BACKING UP.

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