A defect in the braking system makes your car unsafe. If you cannot stop your vehicle while driving, dangerous incidents can cause all sorts of injuries, including fatal injuries, and significant property damage. The braking system in your vehicle is complex, and if just one of the brake elements is defective then the entire system is compromised. If the brake pedal feels spongey, the brake pedal is hard to press down, the brake pedal goes all the way down when pressed, the car shakes while braking, the car pulls to one side when braking, the brakes are dragging while driving, and the parking brake does not prevent your car from rolling, etc., then your braking system may be compromised. Like with most car issues, brake problems can appear with normal wear. However, your knew car should have a braking system that is completely effective and can bring your vehicle to a full stop without any complications.