Problems with the brake system on Chevrolet: affected models and engines

In 5 models from Chevrolet there are 5 documented faults with the brake system. The most important: ABS module valve jammed by unsuitable brake fluid, ABS module valve jammed by unsuitable brake fluid and brake fluid leak from incorrectly fitted front brake hose.

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Documented faults, from most to least important

Severity × frequency. Below each one, the Chevrolet models it appears in.

- High severityFrequency: OccasionalChevrolet Aveo IABS module valve jammed by unsuitable brake fluidYes: the UK recall R/2012/090 includes the Aveo, among nine other Chevrolet models, because unsuitable brake fluid was installed at the factory. It can corrode the ABS module and jam a valve. The pedal travels further and, at times, braking is less effective.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalChevrolet CaptivaABS module valve jammed by unsuitable brake fluidYes: unsuitable brake fluid fitted at the factory can corrode the ABS module and jam a valve, with more pedal travel and, at times, less braking. According to the KBA it affects the 2007–2010 Captiva, and the UK recall R/2012/090 includes the Captiva among ten other models.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalChevrolet CruzeBrake fluid leak from incorrectly fitted front brake hoseYes: in 2015 there was a recall for front brake hoses that were incorrectly fitted or twisted on 2008–2012 Cruzes and Orlandos. The hose can lose fluid, lengthen braking distance and light up the brake fluid warning lamp. The fix is to replace both front hoses.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalChevrolet OrlandoBrake fluid leak from incorrectly fitted front brake hoseYes: in 2015 there was a recall for front brake hoses that were incorrectly fitted or twisted on Orlandos and Cruzes built from 2010 to 2012. The hose can lose fluid and lengthen braking distance. According to the ADAC, official workshops replace them free of charge in about one hour.
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalChevrolet TraxBrake pedal that can stick because of cabin heatYes: a 2021 DVSA recall (R/2021/125) covers Trax built between 10 December 2012 and 3 March 2014, in which the brake pedal can stick when cabin temperatures are very high and the brake lights can come on without the pedal being pressed. The brake control module is reprogrammed.

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Frequently asked questions

What faults with the brake system do Chevrolet cars have?

Which Chevrolet models have the most problems with the brake system?

Chevrolet Aveo I (1 fault), Chevrolet Captiva (1 fault), Chevrolet Cruze (1 fault) and Chevrolet Orlando (1 fault).