Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SERVICE BRAKES
02/23/2013163850
 Dear sir or madam, i have a 1999 chevy silverado. i just had the brake lines burst on my chevy pickup. having heard it reported on the local news and reading about it on line that. it is an issue that needs to be address, gm needs to step up and fix their low quality work. toyota had to fix their gas pedal issue, this is a far worse issue when you have no brakes and your car is full of people.
02/05/2013114658
 Replaced brakes and calipers bleed system then went to drive and when stopping no pedal at al. rear brakes work fronts dont. rebled brakes and with both front lines off there is no fluid coming out the lines and when testing the rear i get fluid coming out. my truck is disabled till i can fix this
02/24/2013956701
 Sudden brake failure when slowing to turn off the highway into a gas station. the brake pedal when completely to the floor with very little brake function. after inspection i found a hole rusted in one of the metal brake lines just below the drivers door. *tr
02/24/201395670
 Sudden brake failure when slowing to turn off the highway into a gas station. the brake peddel when completly to the floor with very little brake function. after inspection i found a hole rusted in one of the metal brake lines just below the drivers door.
12/28/20121285201
 The brake line on my chevy silverado pick up ruptured do to rust. the line is located just under the drivers door. it runs from the master cylinder to the abs block. *tr
12/28/2012128520
 The brake line on my chevy silverado pick up ruptured do to rust. the line is located just under the drivers door. it runs from the master cylinder to the abs block.
11/08/20122350001
 Put brakes on and pedal went to floor, finally got truck stopped and brake fluid was pouring from under cab. the brake lines are badly rusted. *tr
11/08/2012235000
 Put brakes on and pedal went to floor, finally got truck stopped and brake fluid was pouring from under cab. the brake lines are badly rusted.
10/24/2012800001
 Rear brake line corroded and caused a break where brake fluid sprayed through the line when the brakes were applied. loss of braking distance. no accident. *tr
10/24/201280000
 Rear brake line corroded and caused a break where brake fluid sprayed through the line when the brakes were applied. loss of braking distance. no accident.
09/29/20121343021
 Thankfully after removing my box of my truck to repair rust, i noticed severe corrosion/rust on the brake line that feeds the rear calipers (enough corrosion where it was bowing out and slightly leaking). i went out and purchased corrosion proof flex line and replaced the entire line. upon further inspection the entire line is basically corroded away. i started looking at the other lines and they all have this same problem i really can't afford to replace them all nor do i have the time, reading online i'm not the only one. this should be investigated, this is putting many lives at risk! please investigate this. gm needs to be held for this problem. *tr
09/03/20121100001
 Rear brake line burst. upon inspection found that all brake lines are severely corroded. *tr
09/29/2012134302
 Thankfully after removing my box of my truck to repair rust, i noticed severe corrosion/rust on the brake line that feeds the rear calipers (enough corrosion where it was bowing out and slightly leaking). i went out and purchased corrosion proof flex line and replaced the entire line. upon further inspection the entire line is basically corroded away. i started looking at the other lines and they all have this same problem i really can't afford to replace them all nor do i have the time, reading online i'm not the only one. this should be investigated, this is putting many lives at risk! please investigate this. gm needs to be held for this problem.
09/03/2012110000
 Reae brake line burst. upon inspection found that all brake lines are severly corroded.
09/29/2012134302
 Thankfully after removing my box of my truck to repair rust, i noticed severe corrosion/rust on the brake line that feeds the rear calipers (enough corrosion where it was bowing out and slightly leaking). i went out and purchased corrosion proof flex line and replaced the entire line. upon further inspection the entire line is basically corroded away. i started looking at the other lines and they all have this same problem i really can't afford to replace them all nor do i have the time, reading online i'm not the only one. this should be investigated, this is putting many lives at risk! please investigate this. gm needs to be held for this problem.
09/03/2012110000
 Reae brake line burst. upon inspection found that all brake lines are severly corroded.
09/29/2012134302
 Thankfully after removing my box of my truck to repair rust, i noticed severe corrosion/rust on the brake line that feeds the rear calipers (enough corrosion where it was bowing out and slightly leaking). i went out and purchased corrosion proof flex line and replaced the entire line. upon further inspection the entire line is basically corroded away. i started looking at the other lines and they all have this same problem i really can't afford to replace them all nor do i have the time, reading online i'm not the only one. this should be investigated, this is putting many lives at risk! please investigate this. gm needs to be held for this problem.
09/03/2012110000
 Reae brake line burst. upon inspection found that all brake lines are severly corroded.
09/29/2012134302
 Thankfully after removing my box of my truck to repair rust, i noticed severe corrosion/rust on the brake line that feeds the rear calipers (enough corrosion where it was bowing out and slightly leaking). i went out and purchased corrosion proof flex line and replaced the entire line. upon further inspection the entire line is basically corroded away. i started looking at the other lines and they all have this same problem i really can't afford to replace them all nor do i have the time, reading online i'm not the only one. this should be investigated, this is putting many lives at risk! please investigate this. gm needs to be held for this problem.
09/03/2012110000
 Reae brake line burst. upon inspection found that all brake lines are severly corroded.
08/10/20121350001
 Brake failure due to brake lines rusting through. i had the brakes fail on my 1999 chevrolet silverado. luckily i was in the process of leaving my drive way and not on the road traveling at a high rate of speed. the brakes totally failed and after investigating the cause i determined that the brake lines were all completely rusted through. *tr
08/07/20121320001
 Both front and rear brake lines blew out due to rot. i was traveling ~50 mph in the fast lane of a highway when i applied brakes and they didn't even try to stop the vehicle. right to the floor. i was forced to put the truck into the concrete divider and use the parking brake. i sideswiped one car. as the police took my report all brake fluid leak out from multiple ruptures. *tr
08/10/20121350001
 Brake failure due to brake lines rusting through. i had the brakes fail on my 1999 chevrolet silverado. luckily i was in the process of leaving my drive way and not on the road traveling at a high rate of speed. the brakes totally failed and after investigating the cause i determined that the brake lines were all completely rusted through. *tr
08/07/20121320001
 Both front and rear brake lines blew out due to rot. i was traveling ~50 mph in the fast lane of a highway when i applied brakes and they didn't even try to stop the vehicle. right to the floor. i was forced to put the truck into the concrete divider and use the parking brake. i sideswiped one car. as the police took my report all brake fluid leak out from multiple ruptures. *tr
08/10/2012135000
 Brake failure due to brake lines rusting through. i had the brakes fail on my 1999 chevrolet silverado. luckly i was in the process of leaving my drive way and not on the road traveling at a high rate of speed. the brakes totally failed and after investigating the cause i determined that the brake lines were all completely rusted through.
08/07/20121320001
 Both front and rear brake lines blew out due to rot. i was traveling ~50 mph in the fast lane of a highway when i applied brakes and they didn't even try to stop the vehicle. right to the floor. i was forced to put the truck into the concrete divider and use the parking brake. i sideswiped one car. as the police took my report all brake fluid leak out from multiple ruptures. *tr
08/10/2012135000
 Brake failure due to brake lines rusting through. i had the brakes fail on my 1999 chevrolet silverado. luckly i was in the process of leaving my drive way and not on the road traveling at a high rate of speed. the brakes totally failed and after investigating the cause i determined that the brake lines were all completely rusted through.
08/07/2012132000
 Both front and rear brake lines blew out due to rot. i was traveling ~50 mph in the fast lane of a highway when i applied brakes and they didn't even try to stop the vehicle. right to the floor. i was forced to put the truck into the concrete divider and use the parking brake. i sideswiped one car. as the police took my report all brake fluid leak out from multiple ruptures.
07/22/20121076541
 Drove 1999 chevy silverado up driveway pushed brake pedal it went to floor almost hit house. looked under truck and saw that brake line had rusted into leaking all of the brake fluid out of the reservoir on,to driveway. very dangerous situation...there could have been a child or anyone in area...please make gm stand good for there products this is too important to let slide by. *tr
07/22/2012107654
 Drove 1999 chevy silverado up driveway pushed brake petal it went to floor almost hit house. looked under truck and saw that brake line had rusted into leaking all of the brake fiuid out of the resivoir on,to driveway.very dangerous situation...there could have been a child or anyone in area...please make gm stand good for there products this is too important to let slide by
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
01/02/20081350002006/01/2003
 I have 1999 chevy silverado 1500 truck. the brakes do not work at low speeds. two years ago i ran into the back of my own second vehicle, as it was parked in my driveway, when my truck would not stop at speeds lower than 10 mph. i took the truck into the chevy dealer and they fixed the problem for free because of a recall. it is 2 years later, and the truck is doing the same thing again. it will not stop at low speeds. i brought the truck back in and was told that the recall would not cover another inspection. i was also told that the wheel bearing sensor had been cleaned according to the recall and that is was possible corrosion had built up again. i told the dealer that it was unacceptable that every 2 years the breaks just stop working.*cn
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
08/02/2010153000
 Brakes failed to stop vehicle on several occasions traveling at a slow rate of speed and normally on a slight slope. occurs almost everytime the vehicle is moving slowly. consequences have been driven on the grass, redirected direction to miss other cars, no accident yet. to correct, a recall was issued on 8/29/05, had no issue then, having issue now and chevy will not fullfill the recall as they state the vehicle is 11 years old and has over 150,000 miles.
08/15/200245500
 Brakes on my 1999 silverado z71, are defective
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
05/02/2012160000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving approximately 25 mph, the brake pedal was depressed without a response. the vehicle continued to accelerate and crashed into the rear of the proceeding vehicle and it was driven off the road into a grassy field. the vehicle was towed to the residence. the vehicle sustained minor damage to the front bumper and undercarriage. the vehicle was not repaired. there was an open investigation, nhtsa action number ea11001 (service brakes, hydraulic: foundation hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 160,000. kmj
05/02/2012160000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving approximately 25 mph, the brake pedal was depressed without a response. the vehicle continued to accelerate and crashed into the rear of the proceeding vehicle and it was driven off the road into a grassy field. the vehicle was towed to the residence. the vehicle sustained minor damage to the front bumper and undercarriage. the vehicle was not repaired. there was an open investigation, nhtsa action number ea11001 (service brakes, hydraulic: foundation hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 160,000. js
02/28/2012122000
 We have noticed that areas on the truck where rusting out. but when the brakes failed due to the lines being rusted through i was very upset. i do realize that you might have this from normal wear but the rusting is extensive.i want to file a complaint as i do hope that this will not cause an accident for someone else
03/19/2011
 My wife was traveling to bay city michigan to go shopping. she applied the brakes to slow down the vehicle as there was another car in front of hers, making a left hand turn. after a second or two of fairly hard braking, the pedal suddenly went to the floor. my wife was able to get to the shoulder to slow down before hitting the rear end of the car in front of hers. thankfully there was an adequate shoulder that she could pull off and slowly come to a stop.
03/12/2012
 On march 12 2012 i was traveling down a road going to work when a vehicle pulled out in front of me. driver did not see me therefore kept on going so i immediately hit the brakes and swerved to the left avoiding a crash.. at that time when i hit my brakes the pedal went straight to the floor. the abs was activated but it took considerably longer to stop the truck since i had very little braking effort... i took it to a shop to have it fixed and it was determined that one of the 4 lines that were clustered together on the frame between the master cylinder and the abs controller had burst. all 4 of the lines were very rusty. in addition, today march 16 2012 i went by the shop to see what they had done on the repair.. the mechanic informed me that he had repaired the line and when he was bleeding the brakes, another one of the lines had burst.
03/01/2012116000
 While driving on the highway, in a snowstorm, i had to hit the brakes to avoid another car, that had lost control. i was able to narrowly miss him, but when i went to stop, my brakes hit the floor. i was really lucky no one else was around, because i couldn't stop.
01/21/2012203000
 I had just finished replacing the rear brake calipers, rotors and pads. (i can't count how many brake jobs i have done in my career). i went out for a test drive. everything felt fine until i made a hard stop. all of a sudden the brake pedal went to the floor and i had virtually no brakes at all. i am a brake systems engineer with over 25 years experience, so i knew i had a serious problem. i put the truck back up on my lift and discovered that the solid brake line from the abs unit to the rear axle had ruptured and was leaking fluid. i investigated and found that it was severely corroded. all the other brake lines are also severely rusted and appear as if they could rupture at any moment. i dropped the fuel tank and replaced the ruptured line with a new one i fabricated. i do this type of work on nearly a daily basis so i am qualified to do so. it was very fortunate that this happened in a lightly traveled office park and not when i really needed the brakes or in traffic. it is my professional opinion, as an automotive chassis systems engineer with nearly 30 years experience in the brake industry, that these vehicles are unsafe to drive if they have spent any significant time in an environment of excessive moisture or where salt is used on the roads. these vehicles should be recalled immediately before someone gets severely injured or worse. i will no longer transport my family in this vehicle. if this had happened at a busy intersection the result would almost definitely had been a crash.
01/07/2012308000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated while driving 55 mph he depressed the brake pedal and it extended to the floor. the vehicle was then driven to a local mechanic who inspected the vehicle who informed him one of the brake lines were covered with rust, corroded and was leaking. the mechanic repaired all of the brake lines at the customer expense for $670. the dealer nor manufacturer were notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 308,000. rvk
01/07/2012308000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated while driving 55 mph he depress the brake and it went all the way to the floor. the vehicle was then driven to a local mechanic who inspect the vehicle and informed him one of the brake line was rusted and corroded and was leaking. the mechanic repaired all the brake line at the customer expense of $670. the dealer was not notified. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 308,000. mw
12/01/2011200000
 Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the brake pedal was depressed into the floorboard and brake fluid spewed out from the vehicle. after inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that all of the brake lines were corroded. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 200,000.
12/01/2011200000
 Tl - the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the brake pedal was depressed into the floorboard and brake fluid spewed out from the vehicle. after inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that all of the brake lines were corroded. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 200,000. kmj
12/01/2011200000
 Tl - the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while driving 10 mph the brake pedal went to the floor and brake fluid spew out. after inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that all of the brake lines were corroded. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 200,000. pm
04/12/2006
 1999 chevy silverado 1500 2wd, i have no abs brakes have not had them for years the abs module went out the truck was barley 6 years old to expensive to fix,
03/09/2010118710
 All this due to rusted out brake lines. on 3/9/10 i was approaching a stop sign in a 35mph zone. i put my foot on the brake pedal and the pedal went to the floor. i was able to give it a few pumps and i stopped in time. i immediately drove 4 blocks to auto shop. the mechanic found a ruptured brake line going to the back brakes due to rust. four days later i had to return my truck to the shop because my back brakes were sticking. i was informed that rust and corrosion had gotten into the back hoses and/or calipers and would not release properly. at that time he replaced the rear hoses and calipers. on 10/2/11 i had brake failure again. this time it was the front brakes. my mechanic informed me that it was a brake line coming off the abs unit in the front of the truck. there are five brake lines in that area and they were all rusted. he said he would have to replace all of them because they would eventually fail. at that time, the front brake calipers were so rusted that he could not bleed the brakes, and he suggested to replace the hoses and calipers and all five brake lines, which i did. he also told me there is a cross brace on the frame that was almost rusted thru and needed to be taken to a welder to be fixed.
04/12/2006
 1999 chevy silverado 1500 2wd, i have no abs brakes have not had them for years the abs module went out the truck was barley 6 years old to expensive to fix,
03/09/2010118710
 All this due to rusted out brake lines. on 3/9/10 i was approaching a stop sign in a 35mph zone. i put my foot on the brake pedal and the pedal went to the floor. i was able to give it a few pumps and i stopped in time. i immediately drove 4 blocks to auto shop. the mechanic found a ruptured brake line going to the back brakes due to rust. four days later i had to return my truck to the shop because my back brakes were sticking. i was informed that rust and corrosion had gotten into the back hoses and/or calipers and would not release properly. at that time he replaced the rear hoses and calipers. on 10/2/11 i had brake failure again. this time it was the front brakes. my mechanic informed me that it was a brake line coming off the abs unit in the front of the truck. there are five brake lines in that area and they were all rusted. he said he would have to replace all of them because they would eventually fail. at that time, the front brake calipers were so rusted that he could not bleed the brakes, and he suggested to replace the hoses and calipers and all five brake lines, which i did. he also told me there is a cross brace on the frame that was almost rusted thru and needed to be taken to a welder to be fixed.
09/26/2011215000
 Both front and rear brakes failed due to corrosion caused leaks in the steel brake lines where they are ganged together approx 12-18 before the ebcm. this failure caused my vehicle to slightly bump the vehicle stopped in front of me at a red light. there were no injuries and no damage. the accident was not reported.
03/09/2010118710
 All this due to rusted out brake lines. on 3/9/10 i was approaching a stop sign in a 35mph zone. i put my foot on the brake pedal and the pedal went to the floor. i was able to give it a few pumps and i stopped in time. i immediately drove 4 blocks to auto shop. the mechanic found a ruptured brake line going to the back brakes due to rust. four days later i had to return my truck to the shop because my back brakes were sticking. i was informed that rust and corrosion had gotten into the back hoses and/or calipers and would not release properly. at that time he replaced the rear hoses and calipers. on 10/2/11 i had brake failure again. this time it was the front brakes. my mechanic informed me that it was a brake line coming off the abs unit in the front of the truck. there are five brake lines in that area and they were all rusted. he said he would have to replace all of them because they would eventually fail. at that time, the front brake calipers were so rusted that he could not bleed the brakes, and he suggested to replace the hoses and calipers and all five brake lines, which i did. he also told me there is a cross brace on the frame that was almost rusted thru and needed to be taken to a welder to be fixed.
09/26/2011215000
 Both front and rear brakes failed due to corrosion caused leaks in the steel brake lines where they are ganged together approx 12-18 before the ebcm. this failure caused my vehicle to slightly bump the vehicle stopped in front of me at a red light. there were no injuries and no damage. the accident was not reported.
03/09/2010118710
 All this due to rusted out brake lines. on 3/9/10 i was approaching a stop sign in a 35mph zone. i put my foot on the brake pedal and the pedal went to the floor. i was able to give it a few pumps and i stopped in time. i immediately drove 4 blocks to auto shop. the mechanic found a ruptured brake line going to the back brakes due to rust. four days later i had to return my truck to the shop because my back brakes were sticking. i was informed that rust and corrosion had gotten into the back hoses and/or calipers and would not release properly. at that time he replaced the rear hoses and calipers. on 10/2/11 i had brake failure again. this time it was the front brakes. my mechanic informed me that it was a brake line coming off the abs unit in the front of the truck. there are five brake lines in that area and they were all rusted. he said he would have to replace all of them because they would eventually fail. at that time, the front brake calipers were so rusted that he could not bleed the brakes, and he suggested to replace the hoses and calipers and all five brake lines, which i did. he also told me there is a cross brace on the frame that was almost rusted thru and needed to be taken to a welder to be fixed.
09/26/2011215000
 Both front and rear brakes failed due to corrosion caused leaks in the steel brake lines where they are ganged together approx 12-18 before the ebcm. this failure caused my vehicle to slightly bump the vehicle stopped in front of me at a red light. there were no injuries and no damage. the accident was not reported.
10/01/201165000
 My 1999 chevy truck brakes failed and i had to put it in a ditch to stop it before i ran into the car in front of me. when i got it pulled out of the ditch by a tow truck we looked under the truck to see the problem and there was a busted brake line but every line under the truck was rusted all most in to for it to be no older then it is, under the truck looks like it is 50 years old chevy has a bad problem on there hands.
09/26/2011215000
 Both front and rear brakes failed due to corrosion caused leaks in the steel brake lines where they are ganged together approx 12-18 before the ebcm. this failure caused my vehicle to slightly bump the vehicle stopped in front of me at a red light. there were no injuries and no damage. the accident was not reported.
10/01/201165000
 My 1999 chevy truck brakes failed and i had to put it in a ditch to stop it before i ran into the car in front of me. when i got it pulled out of the ditch by a tow truck we looked under the truck to see the problem and there was a busted brake line but every line under the truck was rusted all most in to for it to be no older then it is, under the truck looks like it is 50 years old chevy has a bad problem on there hands.
10/08/2009125623
 Brake line blew out due to corrosion when pulling to a stop light, was able to stop the truck w/o incident. this was 8aug09. repaired on 12aug09. on 5aug11 went to replace shocks thinking they were shot, problem discovered, entire shock mount rail assembly had rusted away from the frame and is hanging in the air. mileage: 148876. on 30sep11 gas tank dropped to the ground due to corrosion of frame, and also exhaust system components have rotted away from the frame and now hanging, there are also some cracks in the frame, mileage 149476. there is no rust or damage to the body on this truck at all. it still looks like a new truck. the frame is rotting away from under the truck. i should have bought a ford. will never buy another chevy. from what i see, this is a known problem that gm know's all about and refuses to do anything about all these trucks. gm should recall and replace everyones frames on trucks like mine that have perfect bodies before someone gets killed.
08/17/201185000
 Rusted brake line caused complete break failure while coming to stop at intersection. lost all break fluid while pumping breake trying to stop. used emergency break pedal to stop vehicle. line was replaced by local mechanic. happened several months earlier while coming to stop. different rusted break line sprang a leak. this leak appears to be located where brake lines are attached by a clamp located on top of chasis frame on drivers side of truck. truck is now undrivable so is out of service waiteing decision of who will pay for repairs.
08/21/2011137650
 Brake line burst while applying brakes. accident avoided only because there was no traffic in oncoming lane and i was able to swerve to avoid stopping vehicle in front of me. 1999 chevrolet silverado 137,000 miles. simple online research shows that this is a frequent problem with 1999 through 2003 chevy trucks. there is obviously a problem with the materials gm chose for these brake lines and a safety recall should be ordered before someone is killed in one of these incidents.
08/06/2011180152
 Rusted out entire undercarriage including brake lines of our 1999 chevy silverado
07/30/2011120198
 I own a 1999 chevy silverado 1500, one of the brake lines burst during hard stopping which resulted in vbirtually no braking capacity. a crash was averted by steering past and luckily forward cars moving in time. a mechanics chek of the sytem revealed severly corroded brake lines and overall undercarriage corrosion. all brake lines had to be replaced. nhtsa action number : ea11001
07/21/201189000
 I was braking and the brake pedal went to the floor and i had about 10% of normal breaking power. i looked under the hood and my master cylinder was almost out of brake fluid. i looked under the truck and saw fluid leaking from a group of four brake lines running under the drive's side door along the side of a frame beam. it appeared as each of the four individual lines were running through a coiled wire. upon further investigation, i found one of the lines without a coil wire surrounding it and it was the leaking line.
07/30/2011120198
 I own a 1999 chevy silverado 1500, one of the brake lines burst during hard stopping which resulted in vbirtually no braking capacity. a crash was averted by steering past and luckily forward cars moving in time. a mechanics chek of the sytem revealed severly corroded brake lines and overall undercarriage corrosion. all brake lines had to be replaced. nhtsa action number : ea11001
07/21/201189000
 I was braking and the brake pedal went to the floor and i had about 10% of normal breaking power. i looked under the hood and my master cylinder was almost out of brake fluid. i looked under the truck and saw fluid leaking from a group of four brake lines running under the drive's side door along the side of a frame beam. it appeared as each of the four individual lines were running through a coiled wire. upon further investigation, i found one of the lines without a coil wire surrounding it and it was the leaking line.
07/30/2011120198
 I own a 1999 chevy silverado 1500, one of the brake lines burst during hard stopping which resulted in vbirtually no braking capacity. a crash was averted by steering past and luckily forward cars moving in time. a mechanics chek of the sytem revealed severly corroded brake lines and overall undercarriage corrosion. all brake lines had to be replaced. nhtsa action number : ea11001
07/21/201189000
 I was braking and the brake pedal went to the floor and i had about 10% of normal breaking power. i looked under the hood and my master cylinder was almost out of brake fluid. i looked under the truck and saw fluid leaking from a group of four brake lines running under the drive's side door along the side of a frame beam. it appeared as each of the four individual lines were running through a coiled wire. upon further investigation, i found one of the lines without a coil wire surrounding it and it was the leaking line.
06/25/2011124764
 1. brake line tubing corrosion blew a hole in the brake tubing while braking to make a turn. 2. brake line fluid drained from master cylinder, truck can not be driven, it took some serious driving to get the truck slowed down to veer into an open parking lot before slamming into a car in front of me. 3.the truck had to be towed and is now sitting in the driveway without brakes. i have been reading about other chevy silverado owners having this same brake line corrosion failure.
07/07/201137252
 We were in my driveway with a trailer and boat attached and proceeding down a hill when the brake pedal went to the floor. fortunately, we were going at a slow speed and able to stop, then back up. if we had been on the highway going 50 mph and needed to stop quickly, it could have been a much different story. upon looking under the hood, it was found that one of the metal break lines had ruptured and was leaking brake fluid where it was rusted through causing the brake pedal to go to the floor. it appears that all the brake lines have significant corrosion that could cause them to rupture during brake application. this is a safety issue as the brake pedal goes to the floor and you have little braking power.
07/05/201135358
 I own a 1999 chevy silverado 1500 that has about 35,000 miles on it. vin# 2gcek19vox1244220. pulling a trailer with a boat and going down a hill, the brake pedal went to the floor. fortunatly, i was able to back up. i found that the brake line had rusted through. looking at all the brake lines, i find there is a tremendous amount of rust on all the lines. this is a safety problem. if i had been in other circumstances the failure would have led to serious consequences of human life.
07/07/201137252
 We were in my driveway with a trailer and boat attached and proceeding down a hill when the brake pedal went to the floor. fortunately, we were going at a slow speed and able to stop, then back up. if we had been on the highway going 50 mph and needed to stop quickly, it could have been a much different story. upon looking under the hood, it was found that one of the metal break lines had ruptured and was leaking brake fluid where it was rusted through causing the brake pedal to go to the floor. it appears that all the brake lines have significant corrosion that could cause them to rupture during brake application. this is a safety issue as the brake pedal goes to the floor and you have little braking power.
07/05/201135358
 I own a 1999 chevy silverado 1500 that has about 35,000 miles on it. vin# 2gcek19vox1244220. pulling a trailer with a boat and going down a hill, the brake pedal went to the floor. fortunatly, i was able to back up. i found that the brake line had rusted through. looking at all the brake lines, i find there is a tremendous amount of rust on all the lines. this is a safety problem. if i had been in other circumstances the failure would have led to serious consequences of human life.
04/10/2011131000
 Failure of brake line feeding rear brakes. rusted through. this is the 2nd failure.
06/01/2011160000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving approximately 45 mph the contact depressed the brake pedal and stated the brake pedal fell down to the floor board, causing the vehicle to crash into the vehicle in front of him. there was a police report filed. the vehicle was towed to a collision repair shop. the technicians stated the brake line needed to be replaced due to corrosion. there was an open investigation under nhtsa action number: ea11001 (service brakes, hydraulic service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) that may be related to the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage 160,000. ds
04/10/2011131000
 Failure of brake line feeding rear brakes. rusted through. this is the 2nd failure.
06/01/2011160000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving approximately 45 mph the contact depressed the brake pedal and stated the brake pedal fell down to the floor board, causing the vehicle to crash into the vehicle in front of him. there was a police report filed. the vehicle was towed to a collision repair shop. the technicians stated the brake line needed to be replaced due to corrosion. there was an open investigation under nhtsa action number: ea11001 (service brakes, hydraulic service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) that may be related to the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage 160,000. ds
04/10/2011131000
 Failure of brake line feeding rear brakes. rusted through. this is the 2nd failure.
06/01/2011160000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving approximately 45 mph the contact depressed the brake pedal and stated the brake pedal fell down to the floor board, causing the vehicle to crash into the vehicle in front of him. there was a police report filed. the vehicle was towed to a collision repair shop. the technicians stated the brake line needed to be replaced due to corrosion. there was an open investigation under nhtsa action number: ea11001 (service brakes, hydraulic service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) that may be related to the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage 160,000. ds
05/31/2011113052
 On the evening of may 31st i was driving out a 2 lane road at approx 40 mph following another vehicle. the other vehicle did a panic brake and swerved to miss a deer in the road. i panic braked when he did and my pedal went all the way to the floor with no warning and i slowed down but didn't stop. when i found a safe place to stop i got out and checked my fluid which was down but not empty at this point. i had a wet spot behind the left rear tire on the frame rail. when the garage looked at it the brake line was very rusted and corroded and had ruptured. i had no warning light on either indicating a brake problem. in researching this issue on the internet it seems to be a common problem in these trucks. i had a new line run at the cost of $120.00. this is a very bad situation, there was no warning of a problem before or after the rupture, i could slow down but not stop, i had to shift to low gear to try to stop, the brake warning light or alarm never sounded. please do something and have gm help fix this before some innocent person(s) are hurt or killed.
03/01/2010
 I have a 1999 ext. cab chevy silverado, my abs ,brake, and low fuel warning lights stay lite up until i turn off vehicle. and i have fuel and replaced brakes and the these warning lights still come on,
02/02/2011160283
 I have a 1999 chevy silverado ext cab 4wd. when i am coming to a stop and almost stopped the antilock brakes start going off! its very scary because it increases my stop time conciderably ! it is almost definetly going to cause me to be in an accident! my milage is roughly 160000. the problem does not get worse or better and it happens at almost every stop!! this is a year that wasnt envolved in the recall and definetly should of been! please help before it causes injury to me,my family,or somebody else!!
04/08/2011102000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated there was a recall nhtsa campaign id number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock) and his vehicle was included. the recall repairs were performed at the dealer; however, approximately five years after the repairs were made the contact experienced a failure with the brakes. while driving approximately 10 mph the contact stated that when he drove over a bump in the road the brake pedal fell to the floor and then it vibrated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technicians stated that the repairs were made under the recall and they could not provide the service free of charge. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 102,000.
01/10/2011103567
 I own a 1999 chevy silverado 1500 reg. cab 4x4 pickup. my rear steel main brake line blew out right before the rear end do to excessive corrosion. my brake pedal wen't to the floor. i was lucky i was only going about 15 mph and was able to stop using the emergency brake. all of my brake lines are sevearly rusted. this is definently caused by inferior parts and gm should recall these trucks before someone gets killed!!!!
02/02/2011160283
 I have a 1999 chevy silverado ext cab 4wd. when i am coming to a stop and almost stopped the antilock brakes start going off! its very scary because it increases my stop time conciderably ! it is almost definetly going to cause me to be in an accident! my milage is roughly 160000. the problem does not get worse or better and it happens at almost every stop!! this is a year that wasnt envolved in the recall and definetly should of been! please help before it causes injury to me,my family,or somebody else!!
04/08/2011102000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated there was a recall nhtsa campaign id number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock) and his vehicle was included. the recall repairs were performed at the dealer; however, approximately five years after the repairs were made the contact experienced a failure with the brakes. while driving approximately 10 mph the contact stated that when he drove over a bump in the road the brake pedal fell to the floor and then it vibrated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technicians stated that the repairs were made under the recall and they could not provide the service free of charge. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 102,000.
01/10/2011103567
 I own a 1999 chevy silverado 1500 reg. cab 4x4 pickup. my rear steel main brake line blew out right before the rear end do to excessive corrosion. my brake pedal wen't to the floor. i was lucky i was only going about 15 mph and was able to stop using the emergency brake. all of my brake lines are sevearly rusted. this is definently caused by inferior parts and gm should recall these trucks before someone gets killed!!!!
02/02/2011160283
 I have a 1999 chevy silverado ext cab 4wd. when i am coming to a stop and almost stopped the antilock brakes start going off! its very scary because it increases my stop time conciderably ! it is almost definetly going to cause me to be in an accident! my milage is roughly 160000. the problem does not get worse or better and it happens at almost every stop!! this is a year that wasnt envolved in the recall and definetly should of been! please help before it causes injury to me,my family,or somebody else!!
04/08/2011102000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated there was a recall nhtsa campaign id number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock) and his vehicle was included. the recall repairs were performed at the dealer; however, approximately five years after the repairs were made the contact experienced a failure with the brakes. while driving approximately 10 mph the contact stated that when he drove over a bump in the road the brake pedal fell to the floor and then it vibrated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technicians stated that the repairs were made under the recall and they could not provide the service free of charge. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 102,000.
01/10/2011103567
 I own a 1999 chevy silverado 1500 reg. cab 4x4 pickup. my rear steel main brake line blew out right before the rear end do to excessive corrosion. my brake pedal wen't to the floor. i was lucky i was only going about 15 mph and was able to stop using the emergency brake. all of my brake lines are sevearly rusted. this is definently caused by inferior parts and gm should recall these trucks before someone gets killed!!!!
02/02/2011160283
 I have a 1999 chevy silverado ext cab 4wd. when i am coming to a stop and almost stopped the antilock brakes start going off! its very scary because it increases my stop time conciderably ! it is almost definetly going to cause me to be in an accident! my milage is roughly 160000. the problem does not get worse or better and it happens at almost every stop!! this is a year that wasnt envolved in the recall and definetly should of been! please help before it causes injury to me,my family,or somebody else!!
04/08/2011102000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated there was a recall nhtsa campaign id number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock) and his vehicle was included. the recall repairs were performed at the dealer. approximately five years after the repairs were made the contact experienced a failure with the brakes. while driving approximately 10 mph the contact stated he went over a bump in the road and the brake pedal fell to the floor and a vibration was felt in the pedal. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technicians stated the repairs had been made under the recall and they could not provide the service free of charge. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 102,000. ds
01/10/2011103567
 I own a 1999 chevy silverado 1500 reg. cab 4x4 pickup. my rear steel main brake line blew out right before the rear end do to excessive corrosion. my brake pedal wen't to the floor. i was lucky i was only going about 15 mph and was able to stop using the emergency brake. all of my brake lines are sevearly rusted. this is definently caused by inferior parts and gm should recall these trucks before someone gets killed!!!!
04/03/201195470
 1. started engine pulled forward applied brakes. momentary normal braking then the petal went to the floor with no warning. no failure notice of the braking system. greatly diminished braking abiltiy. 2. brake line rupture in the vicinity of the electroic brake control unit due to corrosion. near total lose of braking. greatly increased stopping distance. 3. repair in process.
07/09/200788000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while the contact was driving approximately 50 mph, the abs and parking brake warning indicators illuminated intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and they stated that the electronic brake module failed. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was 88,000.
07/09/200788000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while the contact was driving approximately 50 mph, the abs and parking brake warning indicators illuminated intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and they informed that the electronic brake module failed. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was 88,000. js
12/16/2010125000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that after starting his vehicle and depressing the brakes, the pedal extended to the floorboard. he noticed that all of the brake fluid leaked out of the vehicle due to the brake line being corroded. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and who replaced the entire brake line. the failure mileage was approximately 125,000. the vin was unavailable.
12/16/2010125000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that after starting his vehicle and depressing on the brakes, he noticed it went straight to the floorboard. he then got out the vehicle and noticed that all the brake fluid had leaked out due to the brakeline being corroded. the vehicle was then taken to a independent mechanic and they replaced the entire brakeline. the failure mileage was approximately 125,000. the vin was unavailable. tb
03/01/201196823
 The original equipment manufacturer brake lines rusted through and created a condition of substantial fluid loss and hence nearly complete brake failure on 1mar2011. there was no warning of the impending failure. as the principle driver was leaving the driveway the truck nearly didn't stop in time for an approaching highway-speed vehicle. upon parking the vehicle after the failure, brake fluid was discovered running out the hard steel brake lines on the drivers side of the truck. the location of the line failure was very close to where lines run along upper outside of frame nearing the abs unit. the truck owner, researched the causes, failures and remedies. the truck owner purchased all new steel brake lines for all lines, in addition all flexible brake lines and fittings in order to repair the failure.
12/16/2010125000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that after starting his vehicle and depressing on the brakes, he noticed it went straight to the floorboard. he then got out the vehicle and noticed that all the brake fluid had leaked out due to the brakeline being corroded. the vehicle was then taken to a independent mechanic and they replaced the entire brakeline. the failure mileage was approximately 125,000. the vin was unavailable. tb
03/01/201196823
 The original equipment manufacturer brake lines rusted through and created a condition of substantial fluid loss and hence nearly complete brake failure on 1mar2011. there was no warning of the impending failure. as the principle driver was leaving the driveway the truck nearly didn't stop in time for an approaching highway-speed vehicle. upon parking the vehicle after the failure, brake fluid was discovered running out the hard steel brake lines on the drivers side of the truck. the location of the line failure was very close to where lines run along upper outside of frame nearing the abs unit. the truck owner, researched the causes, failures and remedies. the truck owner purchased all new steel brake lines for all lines, in addition all flexible brake lines and fittings in order to repair the failure.
12/23/2010145000
 While driving my 1999 chevy silverado i went to stop and the brake went to the floor. i got ot and found the brake line in the engine compartment had burst. all of the lines were rusted to the point of failure.
12/07/2010145000
 1999 chevy silverado 4x4. came to a stop at stop sign and suddenly lost all brakes. i got out of the truck and fluid was leaking from the gas tank area. upon further inspection i found the brake line was corroded and had burst.
08/01/2010126000
 As i approach a stop, at very low speeds, the abs unit kicks in with a sudden shutter and extends the stop time and distance. this started about 3 months ago and has not gotten better or worse. it is unnerving to have this happen when i need to stop at an intersection or approaching a traffic signal turning red. research on the internet indicates a nhtsa campaign id 05v37900 pe05020 was issued for this very same problem, including those vehicles in my state. i have been told, both by chevrolet and nhtsa, that my vehicle's vin number was not included in gm recall no. 05068, therefore not their nor your problem. i am upset that i have been rebuffed and want to know why my vehicle doesn't matter and the other ones do. i have had many problems with the truck's disc brakes over the years but this one concerns me very much since i don't know if or when they may fail in an emergency. thanks you for your attention. i am awaiting your response.
05/28/201078000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving approximately 10 mph he applied pressure to the brake pedal and the antilock braking system engaged. he also experienced an increased stopping distance. the failure recurred whenever he applied the brake pedal while driving at low speeds. the manufacturer was notified and he was informed his vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 05v379000, service brakes, hydraulic:antilock. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 78,000 and the current mileage was 84,000. sm.
08/01/2010126000
 As i approach a stop, at very low speeds, the abs unit kicks in with a sudden shutter and extends the stop time and distance. this started about 3 months ago and has not gotten better or worse. it is unnerving to have this happen when i need to stop at an intersection or approaching a traffic signal turning red. research on the internet indicates a nhtsa campaign id 05v37900 pe05020 was issued for this very same problem, including those vehicles in my state. i have been told, both by chevrolet and nhtsa, that my vehicle's vin number was not included in gm recall no. 05068, therefore not their nor your problem. i am upset that i have been rebuffed and want to know why my vehicle doesn't matter and the other ones do. i have had many problems with the truck's disc brakes over the years but this one concerns me very much since i don't know if or when they may fail in an emergency. thanks you for your attention. i am awaiting your response.
05/28/201078000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving approximately 10 mph he applied pressure to the brake pedal and the antilock braking system engaged. he also experienced an increased stopping distance. the failure recurred whenever he applied the brake pedal while driving at low speeds. the manufacturer was notified and he was informed his vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 05v379000, service brakes, hydraulic:antilock. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 78,000 and the current mileage was 84,000. sm.
08/01/2010126000
 As i approach a stop, at very low speeds, the abs unit kicks in with a sudden shutter and extends the stop time and distance. this started about 3 months ago and has not gotten better or worse. it is unnerving to have this happen when i need to stop at an intersection or approaching a traffic signal turning red. research on the internet indicates a nhtsa campaign id 05v37900 pe05020 was issued for this very same problem, including those vehicles in my state. i have been told, both by chevrolet and nhtsa, that my vehicle's vin number was not included in gm recall no. 05068, therefore not their nor your problem. i am upset that i have been rebuffed and want to know why my vehicle doesn't matter and the other ones do. i have had many problems with the truck's disc brakes over the years but this one concerns me very much since i don't know if or when they may fail in an emergency. thanks you for your attention. i am awaiting your response.
05/28/201078000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving approximately 10 mph he applied pressure to the brake pedal and the antilock braking system engaged. he also experienced an increased stopping distance. the failure recurred whenever he applied the brake pedal while driving at low speeds. the manufacturer was notified and he was informed his vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 05v379000, service brakes, hydraulic:antilock. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 78,000 and the current mileage was 84,000. sm.
08/01/2010126000
 As i approach a stop, at very low speeds, the abs unit kicks in with a sudden shutter and extends the stop time and distance. this started about 3 months ago and has not gotten better or worse. it is unnerving to have this happen when i need to stop at an intersection or approaching a traffic signal turning red. research on the internet indicates a nhtsa campaign id 05v37900 pe05020 was issued for this very same problem, including those vehicles in my state. i have been told, both by chevrolet and nhtsa, that my vehicle's vin number was not included in gm recall no. 05068, therefore not their nor your problem. i am upset that i have been rebuffed and want to know why my vehicle doesn't matter and the other ones do. i have had many problems with the truck's disc brakes over the years but this one concerns me very much since i don't know if or when they may fail in an emergency. thanks you for your attention. i am awaiting your response.
05/28/201078000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving approximately 10 mph he applied pressure to the brake pedal and the antilock braking system engaged. he also experienced an increased stopping distance. the failure recurred whenever he applied the brake pedal while driving at low speeds. the manufacturer was notified and he was informed his vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 05v379000, service brakes, hydraulic:antilock. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 78,000 and the current mileage was 84,000. sm.
11/06/2010225000
 On 11/6/2010 i was leaving my neighborhood in my 1999 chevrolet silverado truck. when i approached a stop sign i pressed the brake pedal and the pedal went sraight to the floor. i had no brake pressure and was unable to stop at the stop sign. luckily, i was able to avoid an accident because there was no oncoming traffic. i put the truck in neutral, pulled off to the side of the road, and put on the emergeny brake once the vehicle came to a stop. after inspecting the truck, i noticed that one of the brake lines had ruptured due to severe corrosion and all of the brake lines are croded and will need to be replaced. the entire undercarriage including the frame, suspension, brakes, and fuel line have extensive corrosion. the extent of the corrosion is very surprising because i live in central va and we don't experience snow or salt being applied to the road very often. also i have only used the truck to drive to work which consisted of mostly interstate driving. this appears to be manufacturer defect and should be investigate before someone is seriously injured due to brake failure.
08/01/2010126000
 As i approach a stop, at very low speeds, the abs unit kicks in with a sudden shutter and extends the stop time and distance. this started about 3 months ago and has not gotten better or worse. it is unnerving to have this happen when i need to stop at an intersection or approaching a traffic signal turning red. research on the internet indicates a nhtsa campaign id 05v37900 pe05020 was issued for this very same problem, including those vehicles in my state. i have been told, both by chevrolet and nhtsa, that my vehicle's vin number was not included in gm recall no. 05068, therefore not their nor your problem. i am upset that i have been rebuffed and want to know why my vehicle doesn't matter and the other ones do. i have had many problems with the truck's disc brakes over the years but this one concerns me very much since i don't know if or when they may fail in an emergency. thanks you for your attention. i am awaiting your response.
05/28/201078000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving approximately 10 mph he applied pressure to the brake pedal and the antilock braking system engaged. he also experienced an increased stopping distance. the failure recurred whenever he applied the brake pedal while driving at low speeds. the manufacturer was notified and he was informed his vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 05v379000, service brakes, hydraulic:antilock. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 78,000 and the current mileage was 84,000. sm.
11/06/2010225000
 On 11/6/2010 i was leaving my neighborhood in my 1999 chevrolet silverado truck. when i approached a stop sign i pressed the brake pedal and the pedal went sraight to the floor. i had no brake pressure and was unable to stop at the stop sign. luckily, i was able to avoid an accident because there was no oncoming traffic. i put the truck in neutral, pulled off to the side of the road, and put on the emergeny brake once the vehicle came to a stop. after inspecting the truck, i noticed that one of the brake lines had ruptured due to severe corrosion and all of the brake lines are croded and will need to be replaced. the entire undercarriage including the frame, suspension, brakes, and fuel line have extensive corrosion. the extent of the corrosion is very surprising because i live in central va and we don't experience snow or salt being applied to the road very often. also i have only used the truck to drive to work which consisted of mostly interstate driving. this appears to be manufacturer defect and should be investigate before someone is seriously injured due to brake failure.
09/07/2010136890
 Brake line rusted and failed. it still needs to be replaced.
11/06/2010225000
 On 11/6/2010 i was leaving my neighborhood in my 1999 chevrolet silverado truck. when i approached a stop sign i pressed the brake pedal and the pedal went sraight to the floor. i had no brake pressure and was unable to stop at the stop sign. luckily, i was able to avoid an accident because there was no oncoming traffic. i put the truck in neutral, pulled off to the side of the road, and put on the emergeny brake once the vehicle came to a stop. after inspecting the truck, i noticed that one of the brake lines had ruptured due to severe corrosion and all of the brake lines are croded and will need to be replaced. the entire undercarriage including the frame, suspension, brakes, and fuel line have extensive corrosion. the extent of the corrosion is very surprising because i live in central va and we don't experience snow or salt being applied to the road very often. also i have only used the truck to drive to work which consisted of mostly interstate driving. this appears to be manufacturer defect and should be investigate before someone is seriously injured due to brake failure.
09/07/2010136890
 Brake line rusted and failed. it still needs to be replaced.
07/05/201098000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving there was unwanted antilock brake system activitation. while depressing the brake pedal his vehicle was stopping short due to corrosion on the brake line. the dealer was call and stated his vehicle was not included in the recall and his stated was not a
09/01/201016000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that when attempting to brake, the vehicle would continue moving another five feet before the brakes would grab. also, the contact was driving at 60 mph on the highway when the vehicle suddenly completely shut down. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that a new starter and new fuel sending unit needed to be installed. the vehicle was repaired at that time. the rear seal on the engine was leaking oil; the dealer repaired the seal. the contact also noticed that the rotors were peeling; the contact repaired the problem at his expense. the braking issue was the most recent problem and had not been corrected at the time of the complaint. the manufacturer had not been notified of the brake problem. the current mileage was approximately 140,000. the failure mileage was approximately 138,000-bk
07/05/201098000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving there was unwanted antilock brake system activitation. while depressing the brake pedal his vehicle was stopping short due to corrosion on the brake line. the dealer was call and stated his vehicle was not included in the recall and his stated was not a
09/01/201016000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that when attempting to brake, the vehicle would continue moving another five feet before the brakes would grab. also, the contact was driving at 60 mph on the highway when the vehicle suddenly completely shut down. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that a new starter and new fuel sending unit needed to be installed. the vehicle was repaired at that time. the rear seal on the engine was leaking oil; the dealer repaired the seal. the contact also noticed that the rotors were peeling; the contact repaired the problem at his expense. the braking issue was the most recent problem and had not been corrected at the time of the complaint. the manufacturer had not been notified of the brake problem. the current mileage was approximately 140,000. the failure mileage was approximately 138,000-bk
07/05/201098000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving there was unwanted antilock brake system activitation. while depressing the brake pedal his vehicle was stopping short due to corrosion on the brake line. the dealer was call and stated his vehicle was not included in the recall and his stated was not a
09/01/201016000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that when attempting to brake, the vehicle would continue moving another five feet before the brakes would grab. also, the contact was driving at 60 mph on the highway when the vehicle suddenly completely shut down. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that a new starter and new fuel sending unit needed to be installed. the vehicle was repaired at that time. the rear seal on the engine was leaking oil; the dealer repaired the seal. the contact also noticed that the rotors were peeling; the contact repaired the problem at his expense. the braking issue was the most recent problem and had not been corrected at the time of the complaint. the manufacturer had not been notified of the brake problem. the current mileage was approximately 140,000. the failure mileage was approximately 138,000-bk
08/25/2010121500
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving approximately 40 mph attempting to stop for a traffic light he engaged the brake, and the brake pedal went to the floor. the contact stated the vehicle went thru the traffic light, and after some time the vehicle stopped. he stated he carefully drove the vehicle to his resident and repaired the vehicle. he stated all the brake lines on the vehicle were corroded. the contact replaced the entire brake line on the vehicle. the contact did the repairs himself. the failure mileage was 121,500 and the current mileage wa 122,786. vwb
05/12/201075000
 Brake line failure. happened to 1 line twice within a year, and the following year another line broke. all lines have been replaced. this is on a 1999 chevy pick-up. the lines were so bad in 10 years, had to be replaced. i beleive this is a safty issue, other vehicles ive had at least 20 yr, never happened. ive seen a 2003 chevy pickup that in a short period of time will also need replaced. i beleive the manufactors have bought cheap steel lines for these vehicles and this to me is a safty issue and i beleive this should be corrected as brakes are very important on any vehicles rolling down the highway. cannot understand why stainless steel or other line that is subject to the weather are not on these vehicles as the extra cost would not be that much per vehicle, in the long run it would be cheaper and safer to have thes installed on thes vehicles.
08/25/2010121500
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving approximately 40 mph attempting to stop for a traffic light he engaged the brake, and the brake pedal went to the floor. the contact stated the vehicle went thru the traffic light, and after some time the vehicle stopped. he stated he carefully drove the vehicle to his resident and repaired the vehicle. he stated all the brake lines on the vehicle were corroded. the contact replaced the entire brake line on the vehicle. the contact did the repairs himself. the failure mileage was 121,500 and the current mileage wa 122,786. vwb
05/12/201075000
 Brake line failure. happened to 1 line twice within a year, and the following year another line broke. all lines have been replaced. this is on a 1999 chevy pick-up. the lines were so bad in 10 years, had to be replaced. i beleive this is a safty issue, other vehicles ive had at least 20 yr, never happened. ive seen a 2003 chevy pickup that in a short period of time will also need replaced. i beleive the manufactors have bought cheap steel lines for these vehicles and this to me is a safty issue and i beleive this should be corrected as brakes are very important on any vehicles rolling down the highway. cannot understand why stainless steel or other line that is subject to the weather are not on these vehicles as the extra cost would not be that much per vehicle, in the long run it would be cheaper and safer to have thes installed on thes vehicles.
09/22/201087000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while driving, the brakes failed and would not engage when he attempted to slow down. the vehicle was inspected by a mechanic who stated that the brake lines were corroded and rusted. the vehicle was being repaired at the time of the complaint. the contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. the current and failure mileages were approximately 87,000-bk
05/12/201075000
 Brake line failure. happened to 1 line twice within a year, and the following year another line broke. all lines have been replaced. this is on a 1999 chevy pick-up. the lines were so bad in 10 years, had to be replaced. i beleive this is a safty issue, other vehicles ive had at least 20 yr, never happened. ive seen a 2003 chevy pickup that in a short period of time will also need replaced. i beleive the manufactors have bought cheap steel lines for these vehicles and this to me is a safty issue and i beleive this should be corrected as brakes are very important on any vehicles rolling down the highway. cannot understand why stainless steel or other line that is subject to the weather are not on these vehicles as the extra cost would not be that much per vehicle, in the long run it would be cheaper and safer to have thes installed on thes vehicles.
09/22/201087000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while driving, the brakes failed and would not engage when he attempted to slow down. the vehicle was inspected by a mechanic who stated that the brake lines were corroded and rusted. the vehicle was being repaired at the time of the complaint. the contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. the current and failure mileages were approximately 87,000-bk
09/21/2010117000
 2 rear brake lines brust when applying brakes. narrowly avoided accident.
09/22/201087000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while driving, the brakes failed and would not engage when he attempted to slow down. the vehicle was inspected by a mechanic who stated that the brake lines were corroded and rusted. the vehicle was being repaired at the time of the complaint. the contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. the current and failure mileages were approximately 87,000-bk
09/21/2010117000
 2 rear brake lines brust when applying brakes. narrowly avoided accident.
09/10/201041464
 We have a 1999 chevrolet z71 pickup truck which we bought new on june 18, 1999. the truck never had a new car vehicle sticker on the window so we should have known there was something wrong right off the bat. so far we have replaced the brake components (rotors, calipers, etc.) four times. the front brake hose also rotted off o it. two weeks ago we had to replace one of the rear stee; brake lines because it had corroded through and was leaking brake fluid - would not stop at all. my wife had to drive it that way for over 40 miles on the interstate, intermittently putting on the emergency flashers. the entire undercarriage has been rusted and corroded from the day we bought it. the truck only has 41,000 miles on it. now when stopping at a slow speed like on an exit ramp stop sign, the truck starts to pulsate and the brakes feel like they won't stop. it is at the repair shop now. he cannot find anything wrong with the brakes or wheel sensors according to his computer. what can be done about this? is there someone we can go to or talk to? someone at chevrolet? another thing - the truck is garaged every other month and rarely sees bad weather. if it does - my husband takes it through the car wash for underbody cleaning.
09/14/201097603
 Brake line (located under vehicle driver's side door) came apart at connector. causing complete loss of brakes. as i was almost stopped there was no damage caused. i had no prior warning to failure.
09/10/201041464
 We have a 1999 chevrolet z71 pickup truck which we bought new on june 18, 1999. the truck never had a new car vehicle sticker on the window so we should have known there was something wrong right off the bat. so far we have replaced the brake components (rotors, calipers, etc.) four times. the front brake hose also rotted off o it. two weeks ago we had to replace one of the rear stee; brake lines because it had corroded through and was leaking brake fluid - would not stop at all. my wife had to drive it that way for over 40 miles on the interstate, intermittently putting on the emergency flashers. the entire undercarriage has been rusted and corroded from the day we bought it. the truck only has 41,000 miles on it. now when stopping at a slow speed like on an exit ramp stop sign, the truck starts to pulsate and the brakes feel like they won't stop. it is at the repair shop now. he cannot find anything wrong with the brakes or wheel sensors according to his computer. what can be done about this? is there someone we can go to or talk to? someone at chevrolet? another thing - the truck is garaged every other month and rarely sees bad weather. if it does - my husband takes it through the car wash for underbody cleaning.
09/14/201097603
 Brake line (located under vehicle driver's side door) came apart at connector. causing complete loss of brakes. as i was almost stopped there was no damage caused. i had no prior warning to failure.
09/10/201041464
 We have a 1999 chevrolet z71 pickup truck which we bought new on june 18, 1999. the truck never had a new car vehicle sticker on the window so we should have known there was something wrong right off the bat. so far we have replaced the brake components (rotors, calipers, etc.) four times. the front brake hose also rotted off o it. two weeks ago we had to replace one of the rear stee; brake lines because it had corroded through and was leaking brake fluid - would not stop at all. my wife had to drive it that way for over 40 miles on the interstate, intermittently putting on the emergency flashers. the entire undercarriage has been rusted and corroded from the day we bought it. the truck only has 41,000 miles on it. now when stopping at a slow speed like on an exit ramp stop sign, the truck starts to pulsate and the brakes feel like they won't stop. it is at the repair shop now. he cannot find anything wrong with the brakes or wheel sensors according to his computer. what can be done about this? is there someone we can go to or talk to? someone at chevrolet? another thing - the truck is garaged every other month and rarely sees bad weather. if it does - my husband takes it through the car wash for underbody cleaning.
09/14/201097603
 Brake line (located under vehicle driver's side door) came apart at connector. causing complete loss of brakes. as i was almost stopped there was no damage caused. i had no prior warning to failure.
09/06/2010105035
 Complete failure of hydraulic brake system. steel brake line rusted through.
09/04/201058000
 Abs bearing failure for 4th time. brake lines all need replaced due to rust. i have never had this on cars with 200,000 miles on them. all brake lines are corroded. it will cost as much to fix as truck is worth. truck has only 57,000 miles on it. all chevy owners seem to experience these isues.
09/06/2010105035
 Complete failure of hydraulic brake system. steel brake line rusted through.
09/04/201058000
 Abs bearing failure for 4th time. brake lines all need replaced due to rust. i have never had this on cars with 200,000 miles on them. all brake lines are corroded. it will cost as much to fix as truck is worth. truck has only 57,000 miles on it. all chevy owners seem to experience these isues.
08/31/2010154000
 Defective brake lines - i was pulling into a gas station when a car leaving pulled right out in front of me, i applied the brakes to keep from hitting the car and the brake pedal went completely to the floor. luckily i was not going that fast and managed to swerve and coast to a stop. while investigating the condition of the brake lines for repair, i have discovered that all the brake lines are so corroded they will all have to be replaced. i would expect this from a vehicle that was 20 - 30 years old, but not from a 1999 model. i have a 1988 mustang with brake lines that look 10x better than the 1999 silverado that i just crawled out from under today...i can only imagine what this is going to cost me to replace.
09/04/201058000
 Abs bearing failure for 4th time. brake lines all need replaced due to rust. i have never had this on cars with 200,000 miles on them. all brake lines are corroded. it will cost as much to fix as truck is worth. truck has only 57,000 miles on it. all chevy owners seem to experience these isues.
08/31/2010154000
 Defective brake lines - i was pulling into a gas station when a car leaving pulled right out in front of me, i applied the brakes to keep from hitting the car and the brake pedal went completely to the floor. luckily i was not going that fast and managed to swerve and coast to a stop. while investigating the condition of the brake lines for repair, i have discovered that all the brake lines are so corroded they will all have to be replaced. i would expect this from a vehicle that was 20 - 30 years old, but not from a 1999 model. i have a 1988 mustang with brake lines that look 10x better than the 1999 silverado that i just crawled out from under today...i can only imagine what this is going to cost me to replace.
09/04/201058000
 Abs bearing failure for 4th time. brake lines all need replaced due to rust. i have never had this on cars with 200,000 miles on them. all brake lines are corroded. it will cost as much to fix as truck is worth. truck has only 57,000 miles on it. all chevy owners seem to experience these isues.
08/31/2010154000
 Defective brake lines - i was pulling into a gas station when a car leaving pulled right out in front of me, i applied the brakes to keep from hitting the car and the brake pedal went completely to the floor. luckily i was not going that fast and managed to swerve and coast to a stop. while investigating the condition of the brake lines for repair, i have discovered that all the brake lines are so corroded they will all have to be replaced. i would expect this from a vehicle that was 20 - 30 years old, but not from a 1999 model. i have a 1988 mustang with brake lines that look 10x better than the 1999 silverado that i just crawled out from under today...i can only imagine what this is going to cost me to replace.
09/04/201058000
 Abs bearing failure for 4th time. brake lines all need replaced due to rust. i have never had this on cars with 200,000 miles on them. all brake lines are corroded. it will cost as much to fix as truck is worth. truck has only 57,000 miles on it. all chevy owners seem to experience these isues.
08/31/2010154000
 Defective brake lines - i was pulling into a gas station when a car leaving pulled right out in front of me, i applied the brakes to keep from hitting the car and the brake pedal went completely to the floor. luckily i was not going that fast and managed to swerve and coast to a stop. while investigating the condition of the brake lines for repair, i have discovered that all the brake lines are so corroded they will all have to be replaced. i would expect this from a vehicle that was 20 - 30 years old, but not from a 1999 model. i have a 1988 mustang with brake lines that look 10x better than the 1999 silverado that i just crawled out from under today...i can only imagine what this is going to cost me to replace.
08/18/2010128000
 Applied brakes when coming to a stoplight, brake peddle went to the floor, and ran into the car in front of me. this is the second time in the past 2 or 3 month i've had this happen. the steel brake line running along the frame ruptured, they were different line each time. the dealer spliced new lines into the original lines each time.
08/14/2010110000
 Emergency brakes fail inspection every year since i owned the vehicle from normal wear and tear. i have them worked on every year to pass state requirements, costinglots of money.
06/28/201083600
 1999 silverado 1500 4wd truck with rusting brake lines
06/07/201058491
 There is an issue with the brake system on the 2001 chevrolet silverado pick-up that chevrolet has failed to address satisfactorily. the trucks were recalled due to an issue with the speed sensor that would cause the brakes to fail. in 2005 chevrolet recalled the trucks for this issue and supposedly put rust protestant on the speed sensor to protect it from failing. in 2010 i was nearly involved in a traffic crash when my brakes failed. the dealership advised that the speed sensor went bad. i contacted chevrolet and they failed to properly address this situation. in doing research i found that this is not an isolated incident and needs to be addressed before someone is killed or injured as a result of faulty brakes.
06/18/2009103000
 1999 cheverolet silverado 1500 4wd standard cab 4.3 v-6 -failure in brake line , i was stopped in line at drive thru and felt brake pedal go down and heard break fluid squirt from line, investigated problem and found a hole in line due to rust , location of probem was below drivers door where line runs along frame, will have to replace line, will keep old line for inspection if needed
12/05/2009140000
 I own a 1999 silverado extended cab 2wd ls pickup truck. i nearly rad through my parents garage when the brake line suddenly ruptured and leaked. upon further investigation all the lines are terribly corroded and risted to a point of being brittle( even lines under the hood where they are typically protected) i was happy that i was not on the highway when this occurred. i have since changed the main line to the rear of the truck with a better quality line and am waiting to do the balance but am uneasy and will probably have to just do them. this truck also had rusty transmission lines that caused transmission failure since i did not catch it in time when the line rotted out. what is going on when a company cant put quality materials in a system critical part? the rear plates that shield the parking brake completerusted and fell off.
04/14/2010126000
 I own a 1999 chevy silverado. i was going around a blind down hill turn, when i got around the turn there was a car completely on my side of the road. i slammed on the brakes, the truck slowed but did not stop, and the brake peddle went to the floor. after i was able to stop the truck, i found that the steel brake line running along the frame had ruptured. the location of the rupture was under the drivers side door. i took the truck to my local chevy dealer and had the line replaced.
10/23/2009140000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving and hauling a trailer at approximately 35 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal but the brakes did not engage so the vehicle went through a red traffic light. the contact noticed the brake line seemed completely rusted. the vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. the current and failure mileages were approximately 140,000.
04/05/201053000
 The brakes failed on my 1999 chevrolet silverado recently. a mechanic replaced all brake lines due to corrosion.
03/09/201062000
 My 1999 chevy silverado 1500 4wd (purchased new by me) has had mutiple corrosion/rust brake line failures that first began when the vehcle was only three years old. one event left me deperate as the failure occurred when backing my 8,000lb boat down a steep boat ramp into the water. the abs module also failed to operate when only two years old. all of this has led to extremely expensive repairs and modifications at my expense. my truck was not included in the previous rust belt states recall as i live in virginia.
04/20/200935000
 I was driving to store. going down a fairly steep hill,applied breaks started toslow down then lost my breaks. the break lines were rusted thru.had new break lines installed.
04/05/2010213315
 On 4/5/10 while stopping at a red light at 93rd and broadway, crown point, in. i had a brake failure. the pedal went to the floor and my truck barely stopped. i had my truck trailered home. i discovered that the rear brake line had rusted out. i have not repaired the brake line yet.
07/24/2009130053
 Vehicle: 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500 pickup truck. i received a telephone call from my daughter. while driving the truck, she said that when she applied the brakes, the brake pedal went almost to the floor before the truck slowed, and a warning light lit on the dash board. i went to where the truck was parked. i checked the brake fluid reservoir. it was low, so i added brake fluid. i than tried the brakes, by pumping the pedal a couple of times. i got out and looked under the truck, and found a puddle of brake fluid. looking carefully, i could see that it wasn't leaking from any fitting, so it had to be a broken brake line. there was a monro shop near by, so i brought the truck there. after looking the brake lines over, they found that one ruptured due to corrosion, and the remaining lines were badly corroded. i had all of the brake lines replaced at a cost of just over $1,000. i have owned vehicles in connecticut since 1975. this is the first one that ever had it's metal brake lines corrode so badly that one ruptured and all had to be replaced. i also wish to point out that the parking brake doesn't operate correctly. it's a sad statement that there was a recall for this problem that was limited to manual transmission vehicles. i guess that it's assumed by nhtsa that automatic transmission vehicles don't need parking brakes?
06/23/200995000
 Brake line failure due to corrosion of brake line. all brake fluid drained out with no brake indicator (dash) lites illuminating. total brake failure. 1999 chevy silverado.
03/05/201094000
 Brakes failed towed to garage mechanic said brake lines rusted out that were bolted to drivers side frame and that frame on drivers side was rusted to the point that the vehicle would not pass another safety inspection in september called gm in detroit to find out if there were recalls and if there was something they could do to correct the problem they said no so i took picturesand am taking vehicle to be fixed next week with a new frame
02/01/2010890001
 Brakes do not work very good at speeds less than 8 mph. *tr
11/01/2009950001
 Rotted brake lines. *tr
10/13/20091240001
 Unnecessary abs activation at slow speed. abs wheel speed sensor output found to be low. vehicle was previously serviced by dealer (1/18/06) under gm recall 05068. service consisted of 'removing and cleaning abs wheel speed sensors'. subsequent failure indicates that the corrective action does not adequately address the underlying defect. *tr
08/07/2009500001
 Was getting the truck inspected and the brakes failed. the guy said that the brakes were loose and he had to push the pedal all the way to the floor to get the truck to step. he also notices corrosion and brake fluid leaking. *tr
07/15/20091228461
 Complaint involves a 1999 chevy silverado 1500 4x4 abs activates at low speeds (typical <5 mph). experienced multiple near-misses of low speed crashes when braking; one involving a pedestrian. failure occurs on average 1 out of 2 times when braking. brought vehicle to gm dealer - balise chevrolet/oldsmobile, w. springfield, ma - on 7/16/09. vehicle mileage was 122,846. this is the same dealer from which vehicle was purchased original in 1999. dealer diagnosed problem as probable corrosion at both front speed sensors. recommended cleaning and possible replacement of both sensors at cost of $234.25. i informed dealer that this was the same problem that occurred prior to recall 05068 (nhtsa campaign id number : 05v379000) where both front wheel speed sensors were inspected and replaced at 73,428 miles on 10/13/05. dealer checked vehicle records and confirmed. dealer was asked to repair at no charge based on recurring problem but declined. contacted gm customer assistance on 7/20/09 and spoke with representative (service report 71-742297566) who reiterated that gm would not repair at no charge based on prior replacement of parts under last recall. she gave me the name of the gm manager at chevrolet to whom written complaints should be sent. *tr
05/29/20091430001
 For the past two weeks i've noticed that when i apply pressure to the brakes the truck does not stop immediately. it rolls a little and it scares me because i am pressing the brake into the floor of the truck with both feet. this is happening every time i drive and with this being the only transportation i have, i have to continue to drive it. i am currently calling around for quotes and notice that there may be a recall on this problem but it is currently being researched because of relations to the problem being salt crystals. either way this not normal wear and tear. its a problem for certain chevy models and year. i've been informed that it may be the master cylinder or the booster. either way i need to get it fixed but if there is going to be a recall, it needs to happen soon. i have been quoted an estimated price of at least $300. *tr
08/15/2008730001
 I have a 1999 chevy silverado. i have had to replace the brake lines due to a rupture as i was coming upon a 4 way intersection. thank god nothing was coming as i rolled through it. i made it home and to the shop the next day and had to replace all the brake lines. i have had to replace the parking brake pads on the rear which is a recalled item on a truck that has a manual shift transmission. what does the transmission have to do with brakes? shouldn't matter, just because there hasn't been an incident of a roll away with an automatic transmission. so why do they inspect the parking brake if you have an automatic transmission? because it is an emergency brake! with this truck you need it. you can find many complaints of the brake lines rusting out in the same year and make as my truck. there is an apparent problem with quality at gm and they should be held accountable. *tr
09/19/20081200001
 Both abs and brake lights on dash of 1999 chevy silverado 1500. low speed abs activation at random not included in recall because of where i live???? *tr
04/10/20091530001
 Vehicle is having abs problems. there was a recall (74013) issued 8/29/05 which only covered vehicles in certain states, not virginia. since brakes are a safety issue it seems that it should be. i called gm and they informed me it was not (71-716605105 claim #). problem started with abs light coming on, took to repair shop and was told abs unit & ecm unit needed replacing (4/10/09). total bill 1940.00. *tr
03/10/2009936441
 Abs brakes kicking in at slow speeds when not needed. no lights on dash. no warnings when it will happen. usually when stopping at crosswalks,parking lots or gas stations by pump. probably tripling stopping distance. i almost hit a brick wall in the dealers parking lot but a curb stop stopped me luckily it was there. *tr
02/02/200944000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the vehicle was previously repaired according to nhtsa campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock), but the failure has recurred. the antilock brakes engaged and the stopping distance increased. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they informed him that the recall repair had been previously performed and he would have to pay for any additional repairs. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 44,000.
09/15/2008614201
 Abs failed, motor kept running until the fuse was pulled, went to dealer, i was told repairs would cost $800-1100 for repair. i was told there was a recall in the ice belt states, but not in the south.. the abs failed and caused an accident, i was traveling 35 mph with a 1000 pound trailer in tow, a vehicle suddenly stopped in front of me and i hit him, minor damage $2500. my point is the south has a humidity problem that causes electrical components to fail, we have salt air in mobile, alabama. this recall should be for all not just the ice belt c/k 1500 pickups. *tr
01/09/2009680001
 Abs system engages when braking on rough pavement such as rumble strips. abs light comes on intermittently. this problem has been ongoing for more than 4 years, but was reported on january 9 2009. *tr
02/08/20091236001
 Vehicle antilock brakes activate at low speed when they should not increasing stopping distance substantially. the issue is described in recall 2005-630-2438. the vehicle was taken in for recall repair in july 2006. the vehicle did not exhibit the recall issues at the time of recall repair. the vehicle now has the issues but chevy insists i am responsible for the repair since they have already taken care of the recall. *tr
04/10/2006562171
 Brake line failure!! wife came to pick me up at work seen fluid dripping from underneath truck -brake fluid got home and found the line was rotted by the back drivers side wheel replaced damaged section blown out the 2nd time by abs motor replaced bad section again blown out 3rd time inspected entire brake line found corrosion everywhere i looked. contacted my dealer and was told quite rudely that there was nothing in chevrolets recalls about brake lines. have also replaced the back rotors (twice). my abs motor also started acting up pulled fuse. how many reports do you nhtsa have to get before you make this company fix their bad design? i'm sure if someone in your family was hurt in one of these vehicles or hit by one that a mandatory recall would happen in a snap. or does chevrolet have you in their backpocket................ *tr
11/29/20081171451
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving 15 mph, the contact heard a pulsating noise whenever the brake pedal was depressed. the antilock brakes activated suddenly and he crashed into another vehicle. the dealer stated that there were no recalls available for the failure and informed the contact to call general motors. general motors refused to repair the failure. the antilock brake was repaired two years prior to the recall. the failure and current mileages were 117,145.
10/14/2008510001
 Abs module went out on 1999 silverado that has 51000 miles. symptoms are that the module/pump continues running even with ignition turned off. in addition, abs dash light is on. dealer states that repair will be roughly $1000. internet chat room for like vehicle has literally 100's of people with exact same problem. only way to stop module/pump from running, aside from spending $1000, is to pull 60 amp fuse that enables the abs brakes. *tr
06/15/200793000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado c1500 extended cab. the contact noticed that both of the tailgate support cables failed, which caused the tailgate to drop down to the bumper while driving approximately 55 mph. she had to excessively pump the brake pedal in order to effectively stop the vehicle. on one occasion, the brake pedal nearly extended to the floor. she took the vehicle to the auto repair shop and was informed that the abs sensors on the brakes were the cause of the failure. the dealer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id numbers 06v066000 (structure:body:tailgate:hinge and attachments) and 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). the manufacturer has not been notified. the current mileage was approximately 97,000 and failure mileage was approximately 93,000.
07/10/20081016251
 The incident happened while driving my 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. i was applying the brakes to come to a stop and once my speed went below 5 miles per hour the abs kicked in. this prevented me from stopping my vehicle immediately. i had to swerve to the side of the road to avoid hitting the vehicle in front of me. there was no damage to anyone or property. this began happening on a regular basis after this event. i had to remove the main fuse for the abs system to prevent it from recurring. i am waiting to have my vehicle looked at by a mechanic. my vehicle was included in a recall for a wheel speed sensor within the past two years. *tr
01/01/20051200001
 Abs module failure. *tr
06/20/2007600001
 1999 chevy silverado 4 wheel drive abs brain board failed. *tr
05/10/2008310001
 Electronic brake control module has failed, disabling the vehicle's anti-lock brake system. chevrolet wants $1500 for repair and it is a well documented common premature failure. *tr
04/13/2008217000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. there was a recall issued on the braking system, which included the rims, emergency brakes, and rotors. the abs light illuminated when the vehicle was started, but then dimmed after a few minutes. the failure occurred for over a week until the light remained completely illuminated. the dealer stated that the abs control box failed. chevrolet stated that the vehicle had too many miles to be repaired under the recall. the contact believes that if there was a recall on the entire braking system that was repaired when the vehicle had the same mileage, then the abs control box should be repaired under the recall as well. the failure mileage was 217,000 and current mileage was 224,000.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
01/02/20091900001
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact received a recall notice in 2006 regarding nhtsa campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). the dealer removed the wheel speed sensor and thoroughly cleaned the wheel speed sensor mounting surface on the bearing; however, the failure recurred. while pulling into a parking space at 5 mph, the vehicle failed to stop because the abs engaged. the contact crashed the vehicle into a brick wall. there were no injuries. the vehicle was driven to an auto center and the mechanic pulled the fuse from the antilock brake. the failure is intermittent. the contact was informed that the hub assembly needed to be repaired. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer and they stated that she would be responsible for the repair costs because the vehicle was previously repaired according to the recall. the failure mileage was 190,000. updated 02-23-09 *bf updated 02/24/09. *jb
09/13/2007601/25/1999
 The abs is activating at low speeds mostly during parking maneuvers. the truck has been serviced under the front sensor recall but the repair did not solve the problem. *jb
06/01/200297000212/15/2000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. when decelerating to 5 mph or lower, the antilock brake pedal extends completely to the floor and increases the stopping distance. the contact referenced recall # 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock), which applies to his vin. he stated that the recall repair was performed in 2002, during which the failure occurred while driving in reverse. the current failure occurs when the vehicle is in drive. the current mileage is 100,090 and failure mileage was 97,000. updated 02-01-08 *bf updated 02/01/08 *tr
06/30/2007106/30/2007
 Anti-lock brake light and the brake light on the dash cluster comes on and stays on while driving. *tr
06/01/199980006/01/1999
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving at any speed, the brake pedal vibrated when depressed and the abs light illuminated. the road conditions were clear. the dealer stated that this was normal behavior for the abs, and no repairs were performed. the dealer inspected the vehicle on two more occasions and could not find any failure. the contact experienced this failure approximately eight hundred times. the current mileage is 109,000, and the failure mileage is unknown.*ak
04/01/200628712207/11/2003
 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500 pickup customer states that he received a recall letter for the abs and after getting brakes fixed the pickup started having problems with starting idling**cc the consumer took the vehicle back to dealer, who then stated the abs motor was running constantly and the fuse needed to be pulled or the battery would die. once the fuse was pulled, the noise stopped. the dealer said to fix the problem would be costly and to just drive the vehicle. once the consumer left the dealer the brake light illuminated, the consumer took the vehicle back to the dealer and it was determined that the abs module was bad. the consumer stated everything was fine before the recall was performed. the consumer was told the starting problems were due to the fuel pressure regulator needing to be replaced. the dealer decided to split the cost of the abs module with the consumer. *tr
03/01/200675000306/01/1999
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact received a recall notice in the mail to have the brakes serviced. the dealer replaced the brakes, but was now charging the contact for other services that were included in the recall. the dealer stated that other parts on the vehicle assisted in causing the brakes to fail. the manufacturer suggested that the contact's driving habits may be the reason for the failure. also, the dealer stated that the contact should get used to the brakes jumping, and needed to replace the entire brake system. the current and failure mileage were 75,000.*ak
09/01/200661150101/22/2004
 Tl*- the contact stated that the 1999 chevrolet silverado 1550 extended cab antilock brake pump continued to come on and stay on. he had to disconnect the antilock brake pump about one month after he purchased the vehicle. the contact stated that there was recall o5v379000 for the service brakes, hydraulic: antilock. he stated that the recall was repaired about six months ago, the pump already failed prior to recall. the failure mileage was 61,150, and the current mileage was 135,000.*ak the 4 wheel drive light stays illuminated and there was a leak coming from the drivers door. update 05/04/07*tr
12/15/200637153104/13/1999
 For several months i had noticed that the abs would occasionally engage at low speeds on dry pavement, resulting in increased pedal travel and increased stopping distances. then on december 15, as i left the house and had driven about 100 yards, i heard a grinding sound coming from the abs unit next to the transfer case, and the noise stopped when i pulled the abs fuse. i called o'brien chevrolet, and the earliest they could look at it was december 20. they looked at it, and told me that the abs unit had developed an internal short, and would have to be replaced, costing about $1200.00. i was shocked! this truck is in like-new condition, with only 37,200 miles, and its always been kept in a garage or a carport. i can't believe that 37,200 miles is a normal service life of a general motors abs unit before they develop shorts and have to be replaced. *jb
01/01/19011
 Defective brake pressure module valve assembly**cc the consumer stated the check engine light illuminated. *jb
05/24/2004109/15/2002
 On the approx. date listed i had a problem with my abs. system running non stop. when i approached a local dealer about this issue, i was told it would be a few thousand dollars to fix or i could just pull the fuse and ignore the lights that would be on so this is what i did. i was recently notified that this problem could now be fixed for much less ($1500). *nm
11/08/200546723309/11/1999
 Dt*: the contact stated while driving 2 mph into a service dealer, the brake was applied and the brake pedal began to pulsate and the abs system made a banging noise in the front of the vehicle. the brake was not responsive at all. the vehicle collided with the service door. there was 3200 worth of damage done to the service door and 1500 dollars in damage to the truck the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who replaced the right front hub assembly. the repair fixed the problem. the manufacturer was also notified. there abs engage when it wasn't necessary. updated 01/10/07. *jb
11/30/200650000108/15/2000
 Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 mph on normal road conditions, the wheels locked up. the vehicle spun 180 degrees resulting in the vehicle facing the traffic. also while applying pressure to the brakes, it went all the way to the floor. the design of braking system was 4-wheel antilock. the nature of the failure was permanent. the failed part was available upon request and there was no repair invoice. the abs light illuminated after the incident occurred. the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who determined that the abs module needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified.
06/01/2005600001
 Dt*: the contact stated both abs brake warning lights illuminated when the vehicle was started. when the vehicle was turned off, there was a clicking sound, so a wire was disconnected from the abs system. when restarted, the warning lights remained illuminated. the service dealer and manufacturer were notified. the consumer stated the seat belts tighten up at times and won't release, unless they are unbuckled. updated 12/01/06. *jb
09/29/2005112/11/1999
 I have a 1999 chevy silverado. last week i went to the chevy dealership and had them fix the wheel speed sensor under the recall for the abs activation. i told them that i pulled the fuse for the abs motor a while back and i didn't have a replacement. to my surprise, he said that fixing the wheel speed sensor would not fix the abs problem i was having. he said this without any details as to why i pulled the fuse. he said that the problem was the abs motor. he said that the circuit packs within the motor are shorted and the motor would have to be replaced. it seemed like he has seen this problem many times before. even seemed annoyed when i asked further about it. i got the feeling that he has to answer questions about this all the time. everyone i know with this same vehicle is having the same problem. the mechanic i use to go to told me that he sees this problem all the time on chevy's and gms from around 1999. he owns a 2000 gm sierra and is having the same problem. gm put out a recall for the abs, but are not fixing the problem completely. chevy dealership told me it would cost about $800.00 to replace the motor. i feel like gm took the cheap way out by fixing the wheel speed censor. is everyone else with this problem being fooled thinking that their abs problem is going to be fixed with this recall that is currently out? why is gm concerned about one safety issue (the cheap one) and not another (the expensive one)? *nm
08/31/200669300112/01/2004
 Dt*: the contact stated the abs light illuminated intermittently and the vehicle required excessive stopping distance. the dealership replaced the wheel sensor, but the problem persisted. there was an nhtsa recall, #05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.
08/28/200636000504/21/1998
 I noticed pressing the brakes at slow speed the brakes became soft and the abs system kicked in. there is a recall for this exact thing in certain states but not mine and i am being told i have to pay 800$ to repair it. *jb
03/02/2004550001
 Dt*: the contact stated after parking the vehicle, a noise like a small electric motor running was heard. the underside of the vehicle was inspected by the contact. the plug to the abs antilock brake pump was disconnected. a service dealer was contacted and offered to diagnose and replace the pump at half the cost. the manufacturer was notified and made the same offer. updated 10/25/2006
01/01/19011
 1999 chevrolet silverado abs light illuminated making a noise under seat. *ts ***nar*** the abs motor was replaced. *jb
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT
10/25/2007103012305/22/2006
 I have a 1999 chevrolet silverado and my abs light and parking brake light has came on recently. the braking on my truck is not very good in wet conditions. i found that it is a common problem on chevy trucks, and i was told that i should just remove the fuse. i was told it has something to do with the wheel hub assembly, and it is a costly fix. i think for once chevrolet should step up and put out a recall on this problem. there is also another common complaint about my dash cluster, which i had also found is a common problem, the odometer will go off and on when it feels like, and the gas gauge frequently goes up and down, and the fuel light comes on periodically. thank you for your time. *tr
06/30/2007106/30/2007
 Anti-lock brake light and the brake light on the dash cluster comes on and stays on while driving. *tr
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
06/19/200988000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact was driving approximately 45 mph. the anti-lock brake system and parking brake warning light indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. the warning indicators remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. the anti-lock brake system became nonfunctional with a spongy brake pedal. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. the technician stated that the anti-lock brake system module required replacement. the manufacturer was notified of the malfunctions. the vehicle has not been repaired at the time of the complaint. the current mileage was 95,800. the failure mileage was 88,000.
04/20/20061450001
 Abs controller failed on 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500 pickup truck. *tr
07/17/20023650002/26/2001
 The abs pump wont shut off when i turn off my truck, causing a dead battery. the pump went bad 3 weeks after the warranty expired. dealer told me it would be around $1000 to fix or i could pull the fuse. every person ive talked to with a 99 silverado has had the exact same problem.
01/22/200368330107/10/2002
 Constant noise from under drivers side ,had gm dealer diagnose problem ($75),was told electronic brake control module had internal short. ext. warranty would not cover the $900.00 expense,contacted gm customer assistance who said they could not help with problem,showed no concern over the safety of having the abs system working, dealer tech. advised to pull fuse. am know without abs brakes. feel gm should take care of this safety issue. *nm
02/21/200767500205/11/1999
 Abs light came on, then a electric motor sound from under the vehicle,taken to a dealership, was a failed abs module. had to be replaced. this was the second time in 6 year this has been replaced, the first time was covered by warranty, this time coast 1180 dollars to replace, i feel gm has a problem with the system, and this should be a recall problem. *nm
05/21/200682000107/28/1999
 Antilock brake module failure. *nm
11/30/200650000108/15/2000
 Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 mph on normal road conditions, the wheels locked up. the vehicle spun 180 degrees resulting in the vehicle facing the traffic. also while applying pressure to the brakes, it went all the way to the floor. the design of braking system was 4-wheel antilock. the nature of the failure was permanent. the failed part was available upon request and there was no repair invoice. the abs light illuminated after the incident occurred. the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who determined that the abs module needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified.
04/19/2006730005012/16/2004
 Abs light coming on. may go a week before it comes on or the next time i start the truck up no pattern brakes still work , 99 silverado. *nm
03/02/20041
 March,2004 shut off truck and heard sound (like a small electric motor running) coming from under truck. unplugged electrical connection to avoid running battery down. called my mechanic and he knew right away what was wrong, he said he has seen quite a few of the 1999 pickups with the same condition. as a friend he looked at it no charge. said it would be around $650.00 to fix. called chevy dealer and they told me gm would pay half. i laughed and said that's not good enough. they also wanted $79.00 diagnostic fee. what a joke. i wrote a letter to gm they did not respond. i called on the phone and got all the way to the secretary of the chevrolet division and she would not put me through to him. i'm now driving with standard brakes but my child drive my truck from time to time and feel like i'm not providing him with a safe vehicle and i dont have the money to fix it. *nm
06/01/1999109906/01/1999
 Abs systems has never worked properly. abs systems currently non-functional factory recall cleaned wheel sensors & requested $2000.00 to repair problem. *nm
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR
08/28/200696706107/01/1999
 Dt*: the contact stated while rotating the tires, there was extreme corrosion on the rotors, and upon further inspection the parking brake was extremely worn as well. the vehicle was exposed to harsh winter weather, but road salts were not used. there is a nhtsa recall, #05v161000, regarding the parking brake. the vehicle vin was not included in the recall. the manufacturer was alerted.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
09/29/200780000104/26/1999
 Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving 25 mph, the brake pedal extended to the floor when depressed. the vehicle coasted to a repair shop. the mechanic stated that the steel brake line failed. the contact has the old parts if needed. the current and failure mileages were 80,000. *updated 12/27/07 *lj the consumer stated failure was above and below drivers foot and involved the brake line. updated 12/12/07 *tr
09/16/200655000105/01/2004
 I have a 1999 chevrolet silverado pick up truck that the brake lines have corroded and failed rendering the brakes useless. fortunately, this happened in my driveway and not on the highway. i have had to have all these lines replaced. this truck is only 7 years old and my service garage has stated to me that they replace brake lines on late model chevrolet trucks at least once a month. i have written chevrolet about this problem and i did not received a response. i believe there is a serious problem with the brake line material or manufacture of these items. *nm

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