Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | |||
| 04/02/2012 | 52000 | 1 | |
| Experienced braking failure and activation of anti-lock brakes when braking at low speeds. this causes longer braking times and distances and i have narrowly avoided hitting cars in front of me, running stop signs, etc. on numerous occasions. after researching this phenomenon, it is known as unintended low speed abs activation - a common problem for older model gm trucks. additional research has revealed that it is a common problem for 2006 silverados, yet it has yet to be addressed by the manufacturer. it is commonly the result of an increased air gap between the wheel speed sensor and hub reluctor ring due to rust and debris build up on the sensor mounting surface. this is a serious hazard that needs to be addressed for silverado trucks from rust-belt states. *tr | |||
| 04/02/2012 | 52000 | ||
| Experienced braking failure and activation of anti-lock brakes when braking at low speeds. this causes longer braking times and distances and i have narrowly avoided hitting cars in front of me, running stop signs, etc. on numerous occasions. after researching this phenomenon, it is known as unintended low speed abs activation - a common problem for older model gm trucks. additional research has revealed that it is a common problem for 2006 silverados, yet it has yet to be addressed by the manufacturer. it is commonly the result of an increased air gap between the wheel speed sensor and hub reluctor ring due to rust and debris build up on the sensor mounting surface. this is a serious hazard that needs to be addressed for silverado trucks from rust-belt states. | |||
| 01/01/2013 | 123059 | 1 | |
| I was following my girlfriend in my truck & when coming to a slow stop at less than 5mph, my trucks abs started to activate on dry road conditions causing me to bump into her car! no real damage occurred to either of our vehicles but after researching this known gm problem with their abs systems and their wheel sensors, it's obvious that gm knows of these issues for years in their trucks!! i've taken my truck into the dealership where i bought it brand new in 2006 and they told me that it was my problem to get it fixed!! i replaced the drivers side wheel bearing after it failed in 2010 with a gm wheel bearing and their service tech told me that gm would replace it for free but yet they hold no responsibility for the original gm wheel bearings!! this is a disaster waiting to happen to all gm truck owners! *tr | |||
| 12/25/2012 | 88000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while traveling approximately 40 mph, the brakes failed to respond to deceleration attempts. the vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's home and upon inspection, it was discovered that the brake lines were completely rusted. the vehicle was not taken to a mechanic but was repaired by the contact. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure mileage was 88,000. the vin was unavailable. kmj | |||
| 01/01/2013 | 123059 | ||
| I was following my girlfriend in my truck & when coming to a slow stop at less than 5mph, my trucks abs started to activate on dry road conditions causing me to bump into her car! no real damage occurred to either of our vechiles but after rersearching this known gm problem with their abs systems and their wheel sensors, it's obvious that gm knows of these issues for years in their trucks!! i've taken my truck into the dealership where i bought it brand new in 2006 and they told me that it was my problem to get it fixed!! i replaced the drivers side wheel bearing after it failed in 2010 with a gm wheel bearing and their service tech told me that gm would replace it for free but yet they hold no responsibilty for the original gm wheel bearings!! this is a disaster waiting to happen to all gm truck owners! | |||
| 12/25/2012 | 88000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while traveling approximately 40 mph, the brakes failed to respond to deceleration attempts. the vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's home and upon inspection, it was discovered that the brake lines were completely rusted. the vehicle was not taken to a mechanic but was repaired by the contact. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure mileage was 88,000. the vin was unavailable. kmj | |||
| 01/01/2013 | 123059 | ||
| I was following my girlfriend in my truck & when coming to a slow stop at less than 5mph, my trucks abs started to activate on dry road conditions causing me to bump into her car! no real damage occurred to either of our vechiles but after rersearching this known gm problem with their abs systems and their wheel sensors, it's obvious that gm knows of these issues for years in their trucks!! i've taken my truck into the dealership where i bought it brand new in 2006 and they told me that it was my problem to get it fixed!! i replaced the drivers side wheel bearing after it failed in 2010 with a gm wheel bearing and their service tech told me that gm would replace it for free but yet they hold no responsibilty for the original gm wheel bearings!! this is a disaster waiting to happen to all gm truck owners! | |||
| 12/25/2012 | 88000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while traveling approximately 40 mph, the brakes failed to respond to deceleration attempts. the vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's home. upon inspection, it was found that the brake lines had completely rusted. the vehicle was not taken to a mechanic and was repaired by the contact. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure mileage was 88,000. the vin was unavailable. mh | |||
| 03/24/2011 | 63327 | 1 | |
| At low speeds when coming to a stop, the abs will activate for no reason. apart from being an annoyance, this also causes a longer stopping distance which poses a hazard if there is another vehicle in front of you. the right sensor was replaced in 3/2011 and the left sensor was replaced in 11/2012. it seems odd that both would fail and judging by the number of complaints for the same issue listed on here and multiple other websites, i think it's time for gm to step up and admit a continued problem with this. there was a recall for this issue up to 2002, i think it's time it is extended. *tr | |||
| 03/24/2011 | 63327 | ||
| At low speeds when coming to a stop, the abs will activate for no reason. apart from being an annoyance, this also causes a longer stopping distance which poses a hazzard if there is another vehicle in front of you. the right sensor was replaced in 3/2011 and the left sensor was replaced in 11/2012. it seems odd that both would fail and judging by the number of complaints for the same issue listed on here and multiple other websites, i think it's time for gm to step up and admit a continued problem with this. there was a recall for this issue up to 2002, i think it's time it is extended. | |||
| 11/01/2012 | 32800 | 1 | |
| The abs would come on at normal or low speeds. stopping at the end of driveway, or going through town at 35 miles an hour, stopping at red lights and stop signs. and the noise got louder and louder. our mechanic told me that he had seen this in several silverado pick ups. *tr | |||
| 11/01/2012 | 32800 | ||
| The abs would come on at normal or low speeds. stopping at the end of driveway, or going through town at 35 miles an hour, stoping at red lights and stop signs. and the noise got louder and louder. our macanic told me that he had seen this in several silverado pick ups. | |||
| 06/21/2011 | 55000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevy silverado 1500. the contact stated when he applied the brake at a stop sign and the abs sensor light illuminated and the vehicle continued an extra ten feet before stopping. the failure had recurred numerous times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis and was informed that the abs sensor and the hubs would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 70,000. | |||
| 06/21/2011 | 55000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 chevy silverado 1500. the contact stated when he applied the brake at a stop sign and the abs sensor light illuminated and the vehicle continued an extra ten feet before stopping. the failure had recurred numerous times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis and was informed that the abs sensor and the hubs would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 70,000. pmb | |||
| 06/21/2011 | 55000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 chevy silverado 1500. the contact stated when he applied the brake at a stop sign and the abs sensor light illuminated and the vehicle continued an extra ten feet before stopping. the failure had recurred numerous times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis and was informed the abs sensor and the hubs would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 70,000. dt | |||
| 09/02/2012 | 27913 | 1 | |
| My brake pedal went all the way to the floor when attempting to stop the vehicle. i had the truck towed to my mechanic who indicated that all four brake lines were severely corroded, leaking brake fluid, and had to be replaced. this repair cost me $948.96. my mechanic also told me that other portions of the truck's undercarriage were severely corroded and the fuel lines were also in jeopardy of failing in the near future due to corrosion. previously, i had to replace the front brake rotors and pads at 19,027 miles and again at 26,058 miles due to untimely corrosion. i do not live near saltwater or any other body of water and do not use the vehicle for work. it is not exposed to corrosive materials. *tr | |||
| 09/02/2012 | 27913 | ||
| My brake pedal went all the way to the floor when attempting to stop the vehicle. i had the truck towed to my mechanic who indicated that all four brake lines were severely corroded, leaking brake fluid, and had to be replaced. this repair cost me $948.96. my mechanic also told me that other portions of the truck's undercarriage were severely corroded and the fuel lines were also in jeopardy of failing in the near future due to corrosion. previously, i had to replace the front brake rotors and pads at 19,027 miles and again at 26,058 miles due to untimely corrosion. i do not live near saltwater or any other body of water and do not use the vehicle for work. it is not exposed to corrosive materials. | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 161000 | 1 | |
| I was driving to my house over a bridge, with a load of wood and lost control of my vehicle due to no brakes. i quickly put the truck in lower gear and press on the emergency brake skidding to the side of the road. i was nervous as i was traveling on a road and onto a bridge. later i found brake fluid all over the front of my engine compartment and noticed the front brake line on the drivers side was rotted/rusted. i was shocked to see this on a 2006 truck , only 6 years old. most of the lines on the rail in the plastic clips were rusted. this could have caused a major incident if i was traveling at a high rate of speed. *tr | |||
| 09/18/2012 | 161000 | ||
| I was driving to my house over a bridge, with a load of wood and lost control of my vehicle due to no brakes. i quickly put the truck in lower gear and press on the emergency brake skidding to the side of the road. i was nervous as i was traveling on a road and onto a bridge. later i found brake fluid all over the front of my engine compartment and noticed the front brake line on the drivers side was rotted/rusted. i was shocked to see this on a 2006 truck , only 6 years old. most of the lines on the rail in the plastic clips were rusted. this could have caused a major incident if i was traveling at a high rate of speed | |||
| 09/01/2012 | 47000 | 1 | |
| When returning to my truck in my driveway, i discovered the majority of my brake fluid on the ground. the brake line to my driver side rear ruptured when the parking brake was applied, the rupture was caused by a complete rust through of the line. *tr | |||
| 09/01/2012 | 47000 | ||
| When returning to my truck in my driveway, i discovered the majority of my brake fluid on the ground. the brake line to my driver side rear ruptured when the parking brake was applied, the rupture was caused by a complete rust through of the line. | |||
| 08/14/2012 | 54120 | 1 | |
| I depressed the brake pedal while pulling into my driveway and the pedal went to the floor. upon further inspection i discovered that my brake lines are severely rusted and one line has a hole in it. my vehicle has low miles and this should not be an issue. this is a very serious problem and i or my family could have been severely injured. *tr | |||
| 08/14/2012 | 54120 | ||
| I depressed the brake pedal while pulling into my driveway and the pedal went to the floor.upon further inspection i discovered that my brake lines are severely rusted and one line has a hole in it.my vehicle has low miles and this should not be an issue.this is a very serious problem and i or my family could have been severely injured. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC | |||
| 03/18/2010 | 32000 | ||
| At slower speeds, when braking my abs activates on dry, clean pavement, almost 80% of the time. this causes my truck not to be able to stop properly and i'm afraid this is going to cause an accident. from reading over the internet i have read thousands of complaints by numerous chevrolet vehicle owners of the same complaint. my truck has 34,000 miles and i do not believe that wheel bearings should have to be replaced due to an issue chevrolet has had on the majority of it's vehicles for almost 10 years. | |||
| 10/15/2009 | 48000 | ||
| 2006 silverado 1500. unintended low speed abs activation. the abs activates when coming to a stop increasing stopping distance by 15-20 feet making a rear end collision inevitble. when gm was notified, they stated that there was a recall for the problem i described, but my vehicle did not fall within the model year, when asked if gm was going to expand the recal, i was told no. everybody is jumping on toyota prius for thier brake issue, yet gm goes unscathed with thiers. the abs activates below 10 mph on dry/ clean pavement and is increasing in frequency. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 11/17/2011 | 27000 | ||
| Abs activating at low speeds on dry pavement, causing a longer than anticipated stopping distance. | |||
| 02/17/2011 | 53000 | ||
| Abs sensor(s) operate when slowing to a stop regardless of road conditions. this initially happened only occasionally but now is nearly constant and repair is needed. gm dealer initially had no clue of what was happening but also found play in right front hub, internet search shows many drivers with same problems in sensors and hubs but no recall from gm. why? | |||
| 10/31/2011 | 122345 | ||
| While approaching a one lane bridge on dry, clean pavement at approx 10 mph i attempted to brake to line up with the bridge. the vehicle failed to brake, with the abs light coming on and stayed on and a loud noise came from the the passenger side front wheel well. i closely missed hitting the rail of the bridge (which would have been a 20ft plunge off the bridge) and the vehicle continued for another 20 to 25 ft while on the slight down hill graded slope. no matter how i pushed the brake pedal the brakes failed to respond and i utilized my training as an emergency apparatus driver and placed the vehicle into a lower gear and drifted it into an embankment to stop. i then backed the vehicle out of the embankment and the vehicle operated fine but the abs light remains on. as i see with other posts this is an obvious problem with the silverado that needs to be addressed immediately. | |||
| 05/01/2010 | 39000 | ||
| Please note mileage on this vehicle at time problems began was at 37,000. brake pedal was traveling to the floor at speeds below 10 mph causing abs light to come on and pedal to move up and down. more allowance in stopping distance was required. may 2010 - had to install new brake pads in the front and shoes in the rear. the rotors and slides were extremely corroded for a 4 year old vehicle with 37,000 miles. october 2011 took vehicle to gm certified service center for the continuing abs issue. corrosion was a main factor in causing the speed sensors to fail. diagnostic scan showed left wheel sensor bad. however, once replaced, they soon discovered right wheel sensor bad also. both sensors had to be drilled out due to corrosion. when the service department went to replace the right wheel sensor, the wheel sensor they had in stock was defective. defective parts in stock does say something about the product. the truck was kept overnight while a new set of wheel sensors was ordered. cost of diagnostic was $74.50. set of wheel sensors was $505. labor, tax and misc charges total $313.50 for a grand total of $893.19. the msrp on this vehicle at time of purchase was $34,000. our vehicles are garaged, kept clean. we are the sole owner of this truck. we do not live in chicago where we have to chip salt off our vehicles. this is the first vehicle we have ever experienced with this issue; therefore, we feel the parts are inferior and a recall should be in place. thank you. after talking with gm customer service center, there were recalls on older vehicles 1999-2005 (certain models) with the same issue, but nothing was noted on models from 2006 or newer. the gm certified service center stated that they do replace abs wheel sensors pretty frequently | |||
| 09/28/2011 | 48000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated when the brakes were depressed, after starting the vehicle, the brake pedal extended to the floor. the dealer diagnosed that the brake line and fuel lines were covered with rust. the entire frame was rusted as well. the manufacturer was not contacted regarding the failure. the vehicle was in the process of being repaired. the failure and current mileage was 48,000. rvk | |||
| 09/28/2011 | 48000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated when the brakes were depressed, after starting the vehicle, the brake pedal extended to the floor. the dealer diagnosed that the brake line and fuel lines were covered with rust. the entire frame was rusted as well. the manufacturer was not contacted regarding the failure. the vehicle was in the process of being repaired. the failure and current mileage was 48,000. rvk | |||
| 09/28/2011 | 48000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that when the brakes were depressed, after starting the vehicle, the brake pedal went to the floor. the dealer diagnosed that the brake line and fuel lines were rusted. the entire frame had rusted as well. the manufacturer was not contacted. the vehicle was in the process of repair. the failure and current mileage was 48,000. nw | |||
| 06/08/2011 | 40000 | ||
| My truck has had 2 sets of brakes 4 wheel speed sensors another set of calipers and new tires. the brake locked pulling my boat thank god it was raining outside . the sterring wheel is shaking, i got another alinement that did not help, so i went to see the wheels need balanced and it did not take care of sterring wheel shaking. i really dont like the my water spilling in the drink holer because my truck is shaking. help me if you see this soon. i see allot of people out there in the world of chevy that has the same issuses i have had with my truck. every time i turn around i have to take my truck to get it repair, all out of warrenty 5600 miles. the noise that my steering column makes everyone says not to worry. my rims are so pitted on my truck it looks like poop.you know what i paid $33,000 for this chevy truck and i dont like noise that is not suspose to be there/one mechencil said he couled fill my column with grease but that would last. its a joke spending this much money for a bad lemon by chevy.. | |||
| 06/02/2011 | 119000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500 lt. the contact stated that when depressing the brakes, there was a loud noise from the rear of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a dealer and they advised him that the rear pads and shoes were fractured. the vehicle was repaired for the rear shoes and pads. approximately one week later, the noise had returned. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 119,000. kmj | |||
| 08/09/2011 | 80000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving at approximately 5 mph the contact heard a grinding sound coming from the exterior of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics. the mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. the abs light illuminated on the instrument panel and there was an abs warning sound. the contact stated the abs system activates unexpectedly and the vehicle slides forward while driving. the vehicle had not been repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000. vf | |||
| 06/15/2011 | 65000 | ||
| 2006 silverado abs problem. abs activates at low speeds, when it should not. increases stopping distance. earlier vehicles with same problem were recalled. why has this not been recalled??? someone could get injured ot killed because of this safety issue... | |||
| 08/09/2011 | 80000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving at approximately 5 mph the contact heard a grinding sound coming from the exterior of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics. the mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. the abs light illuminated on the instrument panel and there was an abs warning sound. the contact stated the abs system activates unexpectedly and the vehicle slides forward while driving. the vehicle had not been repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000. vf | |||
| 06/15/2011 | 65000 | ||
| 2006 silverado abs problem. abs activates at low speeds, when it should not. increases stopping distance. earlier vehicles with same problem were recalled. why has this not been recalled??? someone could get injured ot killed because of this safety issue... | |||
| 08/09/2011 | 80000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving at approximately 5 mph the contact heard a grinding sound from the exterior of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics. the mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. the abs light illuminated on the instrument panel and there was an abs warning sound. the contact stated the abs system activates unexpectedly and the vehicle slides forward while driving. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000. ds | |||
| 06/15/2011 | 65000 | ||
| 2006 silverado abs problem. abs activates at low speeds, when it should not. increases stopping distance. earlier vehicles with same problem were recalled. why has this not been recalled??? someone could get injured ot killed because of this safety issue... | |||
| 08/02/2011 | 123195 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the front brakes engaged without warning. the contact was able to keep the vehicle under control. the contact examined the vehicle and noticed that the front brakes were overheated, causing the plastic cover of the wheel hubs and the bolts to melt. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have the failure diagnosed. the failure and the current mileages were 123,195. sm. | |||
| 08/02/2011 | 123195 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated while driving at approximately 65 mph the vehicle front wheels brake engaged without warning. the contact was able to keep the vehicle under control. the contact examined the vehicle and found the front brake overheated causing the wheel hub plastic cover and bolts to melt. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. the failure and the current miles was 123,195. li | |||
| 12/01/2010 | 55000 | ||
| At low speeds coming to a complete stop, the abs braking system will function and pulse causing an extended braking distance. along with it being a safety issue it is also an annoying nuisance always hearing the loud pulsing of the abs brakes. | |||
| 01/04/2011 | 50442 | ||
| While trying to stop vehicle, while brake pedal engaged, brakes released and lost braking power, continuing to go forward with very limited ability to stop the vehicle. stopping of vehicle was achieved by continuing multiple times to re-engage the brakes each time the brakes released and lost power. dealership inspected and tested the brakes. they found both front abs sensors dropping out due to the same problem as the chevrolet recall for silverado models up to year 2002, corrosion in the braking system. they followed the procedure outlined in the recall. because my 2006 was not in the recall, i paid $165 for the work. i contacted chevrolet and they will not reimburse my expense unless they extend the recall. an internet search reveals other owners of silverados manufactured after 2002 are also having the problem. nhtsa should be pushing chevrolet to extend the recall because it is a very dangerous problem and it's not isolated to just a few vehicles. | |||
| 12/31/2009 | 18000 | ||
| 2006 chevy silverado [only 20k miles] 16k abs activation at low speed - dealer replaced roters, pads, sensors 18k low speed accident - suspect abs problems 20k abs activation at low speed - grinding noise several occasions of poor stopping response during ownership | |||
| 09/20/2010 | 70000 | ||
| A problem exist with my 2006 chevrlet silverado1500 lt. when braking at low speeds, the low speed sensor causes the abs system to engage. when the abs system engages, the vehicle does not stop where intended. the vehicle travles around 5 feet further then it would under normal braking conditions, depending on speed. this happens only at low speeds(under 10mph) and every time the vehicle attempts to come to a complete stop. i have not tried to repair the problem. i have been told by a mechanic that the low speed sensors are dirty, and need to be cleaned or replaced. i have found other people complaining of this same problem with this model of vehicle. i feel this is a safety concern, do to a possibility of delayed braking. although i have not been personally involved in an accident, i am concerned that this problem exists. delayed braking can cause a vehicle to be involved in rear-end colissions, or to unintentionally enter intersections. | |||
| 09/10/2010 | 82000 | ||
| 2006 silverado. antilock brakes engage on dry road at very slow speeds. afraid i will rear end someone | |||
| 08/18/2010 | 69000 | ||
| The abs system has been kicking on when it isn't necessary. the brakes surge when coming to a stop and feel mushy.i have already had the brakes replaced and the drums in the back are good. i only have 70k on the truck and as far as i know, speaking with various mechanics, that i shouldn't be having these issues. it started all of a sudden, didn't give any indication that there was an issue. | |||
| 09/10/2010 | 82000 | ||
| 2006 silverado. antilock brakes engage on dry road at very slow speeds. afraid i will rear end someone | |||
| 08/18/2010 | 69000 | ||
| The abs system has been kicking on when it isn't necessary. the brakes surge when coming to a stop and feel mushy.i have already had the brakes replaced and the drums in the back are good. i only have 70k on the truck and as far as i know, speaking with various mechanics, that i shouldn't be having these issues. it started all of a sudden, didn't give any indication that there was an issue. | |||
| 12/01/2009 | 29000 | ||
| Winter of 09-10 experienced activation of antilock brakes at speeds of 5mph or lower nearly every braking opportunity. after the truck glided part way into an intersection (antilock pump activated but no stopping occured, just pedal resistance) i removed the abs fuse to regain standard brakes. nothing more has been done. | |||
| 10/10/2009 | 23000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving at speeds of 10 mph applying the brakes, there was an unusual noise coming from the brakes. there was also an increase in stopping distance. the failure would occur intermittently and the contact took the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnosis of the failure. the dealer serviced the brakes and advised the contact that there was no lubricant applied to the brakes to prevent potential corrosion. the failure mileage was 23,000 and the current mileage was 24,600. | |||
| 04/05/2010 | 39850 | ||
| Low speed activation of abs braking system causing extended stopping distances and/or no stopping at all. no abs system codes set. no abs light comes on. dealer checked it out and said the front abs sensors were bad. i replaced both sensors, with the same problem existing, if not worse. the left sensor is available, but the right one was broken during removal and thrown away. i did not know i would need it. this happens every time the vehicle is driven and the brakes applied at low speed to come to a stop. there was a recall for earlier models of my vehicle and i believe my model year should be included as well as others. this is a dangerous situation. i think it should be repaired, recalled or resolved to the complete satisfaction of all involved! | |||
| 09/18/2009 | 36000 | ||
| My2006 silverado [ after dealer changed front brake pads] started low speed abs activation. i almost went through a stop sign. dealer says over 36000 no warranty work. i had to remove abs fuse to drive truck. i had 36300 miles at time if ocurrance. | |||
| 03/16/2010 | 45343 | ||
| Anti-lock brakes activate for no reason at low speed on 2006 chevy silverado. this is a common problem on other model years in certain states and there are recalls, but not on this year truck. | |||
| 12/23/2009 | 31000 | 1 | |
| Low speed abs activation on dry roadway *cn | |||
| 10/15/2009 | 48000 | ||
| 2006 silverado 1500. unintended low speed abs activation. when coming to a stop, the abs activates when not neccesary, dry/clean pavement. this causes an increase in stopping distance by 15-20 feet making rear end collision inevitable. i notified gm, they stated there was a recall for exactly the problem i described, but my vehicle does not fall within the model year involved, i asked if they were going to expand the recall, i was told no. the abs activation also happens when i slow down to pull into my driveway....the activation is becoming more frequent and happens at speed of 10 mph and below....it is just a matter of tome before someone gets hurt. everybody is jumping all over toyota about the prius brakes, yet gm gets away with thiers. | |||
| 12/16/2009 | 33000 | 2 | |
| 2006 chevy 1500 pickup with 37,000 miles antilock brakes always on causing longer stopping distances. had brakes repaired twice. i also owned a 2002 chevy pu with brake problems and my son had a 2001 chevy 2500 hd pickup and a 2002 chevy tahoe with brake problems. canada also recalled brakes on chevy pu's. *tr | |||
| 12/15/2009 | 24000 | 1 | |
| Ref: 2006 silverado z71. the abs system on my vehicle routinely engages (releases brake pressure) during slowdown in the 3-8 mph speed range. this engagement requires longer stopping distances and can lead to dangerous situations in the last portion of a stop. this safety issue with my 2006 vehicle is identical to the one nhtsa identified for these same type vehicles 2005 and prior. although maintenance has not been accomplished on my vehicle yet, i believe it is the same safety issue as earlier models. *tr | |||
| 05/15/2009 | 22000 | 1 | |
| Unwanted abs activation on 2006 chevrolet silverado truck due to defective/corroded hub/bearing assembly-wheel speed sensor. unwanted abs activation between 4 and 10 mph thereby increasing stopping distance. gm issued a recall for prior model years of same vehicle with the same issue under #05068c: product safety - front wheel speed sensor corrosion - ( march 6, 2008). *tr | |||
| 01/27/2008 | 56000 | 1 | 11/14/2005 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving 40 mph, the contact attempted to stop the vehicle and it stalled. she took the vehicle to the dealer several times and they replaced the front suspension stabilizer shaft bracket. she took the vehicle back to the dealer and they stated that the rotors failed. the rotors are not covered under warranty; therefore, the dealer wants to charge $400 for the repair. the manufacturer confirmed that the vehicle was not under warranty and will not assist with the repair. the current and failure mileages were 56,000. updated 03-06-09 *bf updated 03/12/09. *jb | |||
| 10/16/2008 | 50000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving 5 mph and depressing the brake pedal, the abs activates on its own and increases the stopping distance. the vehicle has been taken to the dealer a few times, where it currently remains. the dealer stated that the abs sensor has corroded and needs to be replaced. the manufacturer will not replace the sensor for free, even though there is a recall for a different year of the same make and model vehicle. the sensor has not yet been replaced, but the contact believes that his vehicle should be included in the recall. the failure mileage was 50,000 and current mileage was 51,000. | |||
| 09/29/2008 | 36100 | 1 | 03/01/2006 |
| Tl*the contact leases a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving at various speeds, the abs indicator illuminated and then dimmed. approximately three days later, while driving at highway speeds the contact heard scraping noises coming from the front driver's side tire and the vehicle shimmied. the vehicle was driven to a gas station and was losing braking power. the gas station attendant determined that the wheel bearing failed. no other warning indicators were illuminated on the instrument panel. the current mileage was 36,400 and failure mileage was 36,100. updated 10/27/2008. *lj the dealer found the a faulty left front hub-caliper bracket damaged due to excessive heat. the cv boot was torn due to excessive heat as well. updated 10/27/08. *jb | |||
| 09/23/2008 | 1 | ||
| Bought it new, replaced battery in 6 months, have replaced headlights and back lights twice, the truck shimmies while braking, engine light keeps coming on, engine heats up while idling, shall i continue? i have purchased gmc prior to this chevrolet. i do like the product but gmc has incredible customer service for these types of problems. chevrolet will not provide you with a loaner and can never duplicate the problem. i hope the truck lasts until my last payment. *tr | |||
| 01/15/2007 | 2400 | 1 | |
| Purchased 2006 chevrolet silverado 1/2 ton pickup truck new. at 2400 miles, i started experiencing a pulsating in the brakes that created a severe shimmy in the steering wheel when the brakes became warm. the dealer resurfaced the two front rotors. the problem continued. at 6500 miles, the dealer stated the drums were out of round and replaced them. at 13,000 miles, problem still persisted and dealer replaced front rotors. at 21,000 miles, the problem was still occurring and i inquired with a different dealer who test drove the truck and said they have had this problem with other vehicles, including the impala automobile and stated that there is no fix for the problem. in may of 2008, i placed a call directly to gm's customer service and received a return call from a gentleman who stated he was calling from argentina to respond to my complaint. all that accomplished was for him to arrange another appointment with the original dealership for another inspection. at 23,000 miles, the dealership suggested that when i am driving down a steep incline that gm advises i should use a lower gear to help reduce the vehicle speed and not create an overheated condition which they say was causing the vibration. the vibration occurs on level ground as well as coming down a hill and it is becoming increasingly more difficult to control the vehicle when this occurs and may lead to an accident if the brakes fail. *tr | |||
| 07/14/2008 | 14120 | 1 | |
| Brake pads have cut into rotor on both left and right front disc. took it back to dealer and took them off and resurfaced the rotor and pads. would not replace! after driving home about 30 miles rotors were already starting to groove again! *tr | |||
| 06/13/2008 | 68000 | 1 | |
| Our 2006 chevy silverado was making a slight humming noise. my husband thought he would need to change his brake pad. the hum was more on turns and went braking. then on june the 13, 2006 , while driving, the whole hub/bearing everything broke off the right front tire. we had it towed to the local dealership. after inspecting the truck. they stated the we improperly fail to maintain are vehicle. he stated that he had never seen the whole drum /hub/bearing brake off , except in trucks that were made to go off road alot. we have never towed, went off road or hauled anything with this truck. the miles are highway miles. i asked how do maintain a piece of steel. he stated,we should of had the bearing check. they had to replace the drum , rotor, hub, bearings hoses, everything. the total cost $1,412.00. *tr | |||
| 12/01/2006 | 10000 | 1 | 10/01/2005 |
| Tl* - the contact called regarding a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated when he stepped on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle he heard a rattling & popping noise. the failure mileage was 10,000, the current mileage was 13,000. the contact took the vehicle to the for repairs, and the dealer lubricated something on the vehicle. the contact has a repair order. *ak | |||
| 10/19/2006 | 18700 | 1 | 10/13/2005 |
| Dt*: the contact stated when having to avoid an obstacle above 40 mph, steering and braking must occur to avoid rollover. the dealership was unable to determine a problem. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 12/16/2009 | 43642 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. during brake application the abs system engaged without warning. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. the front abs sensor were cleaned and then replaced at an expense of $270.00. the failure mileage was 43,642. | |||
| 09/06/2009 | 45000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving in reverse out of the driveway and applying pressure to the brake pedal, the antilock brake system activated. the contact was able to continue driving normally. the failure occurred whenever proceeding to a complete stop. the authorized dealer was notified of the malfunction. the vehicle has not been repaired at this time. the contact had concerns of the safety risk involved. the failure mileage was 45,000. the current mileage was 49,000. | |||
| 04/30/2007 | 3 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. at 4,000 miles the indicator light for the four wheel drive illuminated and stayed on for 2 to 3 days until it was repaired. at 11,000 miles the vehicle over heated, and the water pump had to be replaced. under 20,000 miles the front brakes failed, and it was hard to stop the vehicle at a normal distance. on 04/30/2007 while driving 75 mph, the abs indicator light came on, an hour later the right front end of the truck shook and the engine shut off. the vehicle currently has 52,000 miles , and began failing at 4,000 miles. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||
| 05/17/2009 | 22300 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving 25 mph the abs warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel, and then there was a loud noise. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. the technician stated that the wheel speed sensor would have to be cleaned. since the repair, the sensors were cleaned four times. the repairs have not remedied the failure. the failure mileage was 22,300. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 06/30/2006 | 30 | 3 | 05/31/2006 |
| Front end out of alignment constantly, tires wear out, dealership has replaced or refinished rotors three or more times and this problem continues, the engine while lightly accelerating make a noise, dealer said he could not hear this noise. i am trying to lemon law this vehicle because the front end is a weak manufacturer front end and not designed properly. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||
| 06/18/2006 | 180 | 1 | 06/16/2006 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle that was purchased on 06/16/06 was equipped with poor quality brakes in the rear. the vehicle was also equipped with disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear. the contact expressed that the same model from years 2000-2004 was equipped with standard disc brakes in the front and rear, which provide better braking power than drum brakes. the contact suggested that the vehicle should have been equipped with the standard 4 wheel disc brakes since the vehicle is a newer model. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS | |||
| 11/05/2006 | 24102 | 1 | 05/06/2006 |
| Rear brake cylinder failed, resulting in total brake failure. per dealership this was caused by worn brakes. vehicle only has 25k miles. *jb | |||