What's causing our Opel Corsa's brakes to seize on?

I'm writing from Portugal where we are having some problems with the brakes on our Opel Corsa D 1.3 75cv CDTI. From time to time, when you put your foot on the brake pedal, it sinks almost to the floor...

What could have caused my daughter's Nissan Micra's brakes to fail?

My daughter's 2004 Nissan Micra's brakes failed as she reversed down the drive. It was nothing to do with overheating as it was from a cold start. We just had a call from the garage to say they can't find...

Why is my Peugeot 306 leaking brake fluid?

I have a Peugeot 306 and I have just replaced the brake pads and discs. I noticed the hub under the right wheel arch is wet and fluid is pooled under the car by the right wheel. There is no sign in the...

What's causing a brake malfunction in my Toyota Hiace?

I had to pull up sharpish yesterday in my 2000 Hiace van after a dodderer pulled out. My brakes felt rubbish and I only just stopped in time. Afterwards they seemed to go back to normal, but the brake...

Why won't Toyota retrofit a 'brake override system' to models in the UK?

I was reading an article recently which said that a number of car manufacturers will shortly be fitting brake override systems to all new cars. In addition, Toyota has also agreed to retro-fit the new...

Is the Citroen C3 known for having sharp brakes?

A year ago we purchased a Citroen C3 Rhythm 1.4 petrol. It was first registered in July 2008 and has now done 20,000 miles. On three occasions we have queried with the dealership the sharpness of the brakes....

Are KIA Sedonas known for having poor brakes?

We are experience a continuing groaning noise when bringing our 2004 KIA Sedona automatic to a stop. We have been back and forth to our local dealership with no joy. We have had the front discs and pads...

Why are my Ford Fiesta's brakes whirring?

I bought a 58-plate Ford Fiesta Zetec S (new shape) in May 2010. It has been great, however I've noticed that when I'm braking there is an odd whirring-type sound when speed gets below 15mph or so. It...

Why are my brakes overheating on one side?

I recently took my car for a drive and, by the end of it, my front driver's side brakes were screeching and red hot. I let them cool down and on the return journey there was no problem. Could any one suggest...

Are carbon deposits causing braking problems to my 2006 Mazda 6?

My 2006 Mazda 6 on a 55 plate is now spending its eighth week in a main dealer to sort out a problem with the brakes at low speed in first and reverse gear. It's now thought to be carbon deposits. I've...