Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 020525006A | 12/01/2002 | 020525006 | 10000749 | Antilock brake (abs) activation at low speeds on various models including the 1995 and 1996 envoy. *tt | 03/28/2003 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 020525006 | 01/01/2006 | 020525006B | 10000062 | Antilock brake (abs) activation at low speeds. *tt | 02/10/2003 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||
| 11/29/1999 | 15 | 12/01/1998 | |
| The anti-lock brake system fails on dry pavement when a bump or separation is contacted in the pavement during the braking operation, resulting in lost of braking capacity. this occurs usually between speeds of 25-35 mph during braking while the vehicle is slowing down. if during that time, a bump or rise occurs in the pavement, it seems like traction is lost and braking capacity is diminished, resulting in increased stopping distance. often this occurs at stop signs and intersections, occasionally when attempting to turn, resulting in hazardous handling. dealer has been notified several times, and attempts to repair by replacement of gasket on fluid reservior lid of master cylinder dimished the symptoms but did not rectify the problem. hazardous braking situations continues when brake failure and/or increased stopping distance on dry payment occurs. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||
| 03/01/2004 | 22000 | 07/21/1999 | |
| 1998 chev silverado with less than 23,000 mi had to have almost entire break system replaces during an 8 mo. period in 2004. replaces drums, pads,master cylinder & had to replace seal to master cylinder due to corrosion. also, replaced anit-lock brake sensor due to brakes kicking in at low speeds. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 01/11/2000 | 1 | 07/21/1998 | |
| Was informed of recall 98v226000. took vehicle to dealership. mechanic failed to inspect or replace brake line. invoice given claimed no problem with brake line. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 09/24/2008 | 106000 | ||
| The brakes on this truck are spongy and do not stop the vehicle well at all. no repairs done seem to help improve the stopping distance. worst brake i have ever seen on a vehicle. definately not normal. | |||
| Brake fluid reservoir will not seal so it is constantely losing brake fluid. manufacturer has no solution. has advised consumer to keep adding fluid. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 12/13/2005 | 97600 | 100 | |
| Have 1998 chevy silverado 1500 short-bed v-6 pickup with abs brake problems. have researched and found there is a history of this problem. the maker is fully aware of the problem but only recalled 1999 and later models. i don't know how they decided that one, but i do know it has to do with money! in december of 2005, i was in an accident due to the truck brakes failing with the anti-lock pulsing on and i had no braking time and hit another vehicle. it is a well known problem with many gmc truck owners. it's the reason i will never own another gmc product! if a manufacturer has knowledge of a defect and does nothing, it is wrong! at slow speeds when coming to a stop, the abs system kicks on and makes it nearly impossible to stop on time. took it to a dealer who ran the vin and said my truck was not covered. it is not right! a maker who knows of a defect should have to make good on its repair to correct the issue. *jb | |||
| 01/15/2005 | 20340 | 1 | 08/10/1998 |
| Re: recall # 05v379000 for 1999 through 2002 chevrolet silverado pick up trucks. please be advised that i have a 1998 silverado chevy truck and i experienced this exact same problem (unwanted anti-lock brake system (abs) activation) in jan. 2005 five (5) months prior to the recall. i was charged $653.94 to repair my vehicle . i have tried to receive some satisfaction from gm with no results. the vehicle only had 20340 miles on it at that time. i believe the 1998 silverado trucks should have been included in this recall. *jb | |||
| 09/01/2001 | 38000 | 1 | 11/01/1998 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to apply brake pressure at 20 mph the antilock brakes engaged causing an increase in stopping distance. this occurred on normal roads during normal braking without warning. the vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection. upon inspection, they replaced the hub and sensor which did not correct the problem. the manufacturer was alerted. | |||
| 02/14/2006 | 99000 | 1 | 04/01/1998 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the abs engaged while stopping at speeds of 10mph or less under normal driving conditions. there is a nhtsa recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin. although the problem persisted, the vehicle was not seen by a dealer. | |||
| 01/01/2006 | 76850 | 1 | 05/01/2002 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at low speeds the anti-lock brakes activate, which made the vehicle difficult to stop. this occurred intermittently on dry roads during normal braking without warning. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop. the mechanic replaced the front brake pads, which did not remedy the problem. the dealership and manufacturer were not alerted. the mechanic installed a serpentine belt. updated 03/09/06. *jb | |||
| 02/08/2006 | |||
| The abs brake system activates at low speed when it shouldn't. similar to recall 05v379. a front hub must be replaced to fix the problem. | |||
| 01/06/2006 | 100000 | 200 | 04/01/2002 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the abs brakes engaged at low speeds low . the abs engaged at low speed and kept the vehicle from coming to a complete stop. the brake failure occurred when the brakes were applied at speeds of 3 to 10 mph. the vehicle was seen by the service dealer, who confirmed the problem was with the abs. there was nhtsa recall 05v379000 concerning antilock brakes. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it was not included in the recall due to the vin. *ak | |||
| 07/01/2003 | 70000 | 101 | 08/18/1998 |
| Dt: the contact stated tailgate attachment cables broke in half and the tailgate fell off the vehicle. the hinge and attachments were repaired. the vehicle was also having a problem with the abs engaging at low speeds of 20 mph or less. the brake pedal must be depressed several times in order to stop completely. the vehicle has not been seen by a dealer for inspection. the abs has not been repaired. the contact noticed recalls 04v129000 and 05v379000 online for both problems, but when she contacted the manufacturer she was told this vehicle was not included due to vin. *ak | |||
| 11/24/2004 | 45000 | 285 | 05/26/1998 |
| Dt*: the contact states there is a nhtsa recall, campaign 05v379000 regarding the anti-lock brakes. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the vin. the consumer experienced extended stopping distances during low-speed brake applications.*ak updated 01/19/06. *jb | |||
| 11/08/2005 | 41000 | 50 | 06/01/1998 |
| Dt: the contact states there is a nhtsa recall, campaign 05v379000 regarding the anti-lock brakes. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the vin. no repairs have been made. *ak | |||
| 12/20/2005 | 69000 | 1 | 01/01/1998 |
| Dt: the contact states there is a nhtsa recall campaign id 05v379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to the vin and the model year. no repairs have been made.*ak updated 1/19/2006 - the abs activated at 10 mph and resulted in extended stopping distance. the brake pedal also shook and the consumer heard a growling noise while braking. *nm | |||
| 12/01/2004 | 68000 | 100 | 03/01/2004 |
| Dt: the contact states there is nhtsa recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. this vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to vin. no repairs have been made. *ak updated 1/11/2006. *nm | |||
| 10/09/2002 | 65000 | 1 | 02/13/1998 |
| Dt: the contact stated about three years after buying the vehicle when applying brakes at 7 mph the abs would activate. the pedal would pulsate, going all the way to the floor, resulting in no braking power. he was still experiencing this when the vehicle was driven at 7 mph. it was getting progressively worse. he learned that there was recall 05v379000 concerning the abs system in different year models. the contact believed that this vehicle should be included in the recall. no repair has been made at this time because of the high cost. *ak updated 11/16/205. *nm | |||
| 05/01/2005 | 1 | 09/15/1997 | |
| Dt: 1998 chevrolet silverado. when pressing the brakes the anti lock brakes kicks in at all times and does not allow vehicle to stop. contacted the manufacturer, and they gave the consumer case number 1368240301, and said that he could take vehicle to dealer. if this vehicle was included in a recall repair work would be free. brakes work intermittently. this has happened before, but there has not been any accidents or injuries. *ak | |||
| 10/10/2004 | 75000 | 8 | 10/07/2004 |
| Dt: the abs brakes locked and the pedal went to the floor at low speeds between 3-10 mph. also, the brakes would not function properly at high speeds. this resulted in extended stopping distance. the consumer replaced the front wheel bearings and wheel speed sensors; this did not correct the problem. the consumer did not refer vehicle to a dealer, but took vehicle to a certified mechanic, who did not known how to remedy the problem. the consumer was experiencing the same problem with his gm truck. a recall was issued. however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to the model year although the exact same brake system was on this vehicle. *ak | |||
| 05/08/2005 | 37000 | 2 | 04/30/1998 |
| Dt: the caller complained about an abs problem. . at low speeds she heard a noise and the brakes stopped working. she said there was a recall on other years, but this model year was not included. dealer was out of business, and the manufacturer said there was no recall. the caller stated she already had the brakes fixed, but wanted her vehicle added to recall.*ak | |||
| 12/01/2004 | 70000 | 1 | 04/01/2000 |
| Dt: the consumer is experience a problem with the abs at low speeds. the problem first started occurring in dec. of 2004. the consumer stated the brakes were not holding when coming to a stop at slow speeds. when going over 20 mph there was no problem. the consumer has not had the repair made as of yet. due to the fact that the consumer feels that his model year should be included in the recall also. there is a recall on this issue for the 1999-2002 models. recall number 05068 and nhtsa campaign 05v379000. the consumer is going to contact the manufacturer. *jb | |||
| 10/07/1999 | 1 | 10/07/1999 | |
| Dt: 1998 chevrolet silverado. the consumer states since the purchase of the vehicle the abs brakes failed. it is the same recall 05v379000 as for the 1999-2002 gmc trucks. the problem has not been fixed. the mechanic suggests new parts need to be put in. the consumer does not feel he should pay for it. when the vehicle is stopped the pedal jerks and vibrates. it feels like they are slipping. the consumer states in the winter the brakes are worthless. *ak | |||
| 11/20/2004 | 64613 | 1 | 02/25/2000 |
| Dt: the caller has the same problem with 1998 silverado as mentioned in recall 05v379000 on the 1999-2002 chevrolet silverados concerning abs brakes. dealer and manufacturer said this vehicle was not included in the recall. the manufacturer said this vehicle was a chevrolet ck500 and the recall was on the chevrolet k1500 only. they told him they were not recalling the caller's vehicle. the caller said that manufacturer told him to get vehicle fixed and sell it. if he bought a vehicle from them they will give him $1000.00. the caller had some close calls.*ak the consumer removed the abs fuse. *nm | |||
| 05/01/2002 | 2 | 02/01/2001 | |
| Dt: the contact owns a 1998 chevrolet silverado 1500, and abs brakes were failing on dry pavement. also, there was a bad wheel bearing. *ak *sb *nm | |||
| 01/01/2003 | 05/01/1998 | ||
| 1998 chevy silverado. abs brakes activate at very slow speeds (5 mph) and vehicle will not stop. this is a regular occurance for over 2 years. dealer indicated it will be $650 to remove and clean front wheel speed sensors. | |||
| 01/09/2003 | 35000 | 03/09/1999 | |
| The same as nhtsa action number : pe05020 but with a 1998 chevrolet silverado 1500. | |||
| 12/01/1999 | 08/30/1999 | ||
| Contact states: trouble with anti lock brake system. the brakes are slow to stop and pulsate. in winter they will hardly stop when brake is pushed. pedal goes down slow and pulsates. problem since time of purchase. no work done on brakes to date. | |||
| 02/01/2005 | 05/01/2001 | ||
| When brake is applied at low speeds the anti lock brake system engages. same problem that has been reported 1999 model. | |||
| 09/18/2001 | 40000 | 1 | |
| While driving at 30 mph abs warning light came on. while this light illuminated the abs motor did not shut off. consumer had to pull the fuse to shut the abs off. *ak | |||
| 10/16/2003 | 1 | ||
| Abs braking system was operating on fuse, causing motor to run hot. braking system was operating as manual brakes, abs system was not working at that time. the dealership was aware of the problem. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| There was a loud squeaking noise coming from the steering area and the abs light was blinking. the dealer replaced the abs module. *nlm | |||
| 03/05/2003 | 60000 | 1 | |
| The abs failed, which caused the brakes to engage when it was not needed. *jb | |||
| 03/27/2003 | 77000 | 1 | |
| On many occasion the abs failed suddenly which caused extended stopping distance. it was later determined that the abs sensor was faulty. *jb *nlm | |||
| 38000 | 1 | 07/05/2002 | |
| Abs locked up and consumer was unable to stop vehicle, which caused vehicle to skid. ts inspection revealed that abs sensor needed to be replaced. however consumer chose not to have it repaired. *tt *jb. *ak | |||
| 1 | 11/01/2000 | ||
| Consumer state while depressing the brakes to come to a slow stop the abs kicks in causing the brake pedal travel to the floor board in result of an extended stopping distance. please provide further information. mr *ts | |||
| 06/20/2002 | |||
| Abs would intermittently engage while applying brakes during low speed and dry pavement. vehicle been to repair shop on three occasions, and they were unable to duplicate the problem. dealer and manufacturer have not been notified at this time. feel free to provide any further information.*ak | |||
| 03/15/2001 | |||
| Abs would engage intermittently during normal braking, causing brake pedal to harden when applied. vehicle been to dealer, and they were unable to locate cause of problem. feel free to provide any further information.*ak | |||
| 12/01/1999 | 100 | 02/01/2099 | |
| My 1998 chevrolet pickup seems to have an ongoing problem in the anti-lock brake system. the system activates on dry or wet pavement at slow speeds. it's like a pulsating feeling on the pedal or i like to call it a crunching feel with a noise. it does this about 90% of the time. i have spent over $600 at an independent repair shop with out any real diffrence in the way it works. at this point i have been putting up with the problem wondering if the system will fail. iwould guess that it takes about 2 to 5 ft. extra to stop at 5 to 10 mph.*ak | |||
| 01/10/2002 | 10 | ||
| When applying brakes on a rough road surface/bump or pot holes it causes extended stopping distance. vehicle been to dealer on ten occasions, but dealer has been unable to duplicate the problem. *ak | |||
| 09/15/2001 | 08/01/1998 | ||
| Dealer said wheel bearing was out of tolerance causing sensor to engage anti-lock braking which resulted in longer stopping distance. cannot replace just bearing whole hub unit $300.dealer says right side is going as well. *ak | |||
| 03/01/1999 | 5 | 03/01/1998 | |
| Front brake rotors became warped at approximately 15000 miles. they have been removed and machined four times and were replaced the last time. the rotors are now warped again after about 5000 miles. i know of two other people with this model of truck that are experiencing simalar problems. | |||
| 11/10/2000 | 270 | 11/01/1997 | |
| Abs has failed daily no abs light comes on indicating failure. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1999 | 0 | ||
| Consumer was traveling 45mph on highway and without prior noise vehicle would lock up. also, there was a grinding noise. dealership was aware of problem.*ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| There are irregularities in speedometer. *ak speedometer reads faster than actual timed speed, this causes fuel mileage to be false and consumer states it gets the manufacturer out of warranty faster. when abs are applied, if the rear wheels encounter a bump, the rear brakes stay out of action putting all braking on front wheels. *slc | |||
| 10/01/2000 | 1 | 11/01/2000 | |
| Consumer's brakes lock up & sometimes there's a jerking motion. also, horn when it's cold comes on by itself. dealer will be notified of the problems. more information will be added by consumer.*ak | |||
| 12/24/2000 | |||
| In july of 2000 i purchased a 1998 chevrolet silverado, used, from a ford dealership. there was only a 30 day warranty. in the beginning of december the brakes went on the vehicle. the brakes and rotors were replaced. on december 24, 2000, without any notice whatsoever, while shifting the truck into reverse i noticed it would not move. i put it into drive and it moved. after having the truck looked at, it was determined that there was a problem with the transmission. when i called the dealership where the truck was purchased, i was told that it would cost approximately $2,000.00 to re-build the transmission. after only having the truck for six months, driving it 30 miles round trip to work, never using the vehicle as a plow truck and never misusing the vehicle i would like to know how a vehicle of this year could lose such a major unit and have no recourse on the part of the dealership or manufacturer, that it become the responsibility of the owner to correct such an expensive error. *ak | |||
| 06/15/1999 | 5 | ||
| Vehicle was pulling to either side when applying brakes intermittently. vehicle been in dealer shop on five occasions for ,and problem still reocurring . > feel free to provide any further details on this matter. *ak | |||
| Intermittently when vehicle hits a bump abs system kicks in, resulting in extended stopping distance. *ak | |||
| 07/21/2000 | 6 | 07/01/2000 | |
| I have tried unsuccessfully to contact chevrolet to get attention brought to the issue. i keep being told they are investigating the problem, but still no word from them. everytime they say they will get back to me, no one ever does. the brakes lock up when it is wet outside sometimes they don't work at all, and sometimes they work great. i would just like for my brakes to be fixed. we have consulted 2 authorized chevrolet dealers and they can not duplicate the problem. i am back into a corner and do not know what else to do. i risk my life, my wife's life, our 6 month old daughter's life, and everyone out on the road when i drive the truck. this is the only mode of transportation i have to get back and forth to work. i would appreciate you looking into this problem. thank you, daniel l. mckinney | |||
| 2 | |||
| Brakes are getting progressively worse whenever they are applied. this would cause vehicle to shimmy. it would also increase the stopping distance. have not taken vehicle to dealership.*ak | |||
| 06/22/2000 | 1 | 05/01/1998 | |
| While traveling down the interstate at 60 mph, noticed brakes were not responding properly. slowed down, no dash board warning lights appeared, and had to ujse emergency brake to get home. fortunately, it was close to home. this could have been very serious. vehicle had to be towed to the nearest dealership, bill heard in anitoch, tn. dealer service manager was consulted concerning gm sharing the expense to no avail. called gm, customer service myself, and was denied any adjustment. felt i needed to consult you concerning this safety item on such a new vehicle. there were no brakes front or rear. this vehicle was purchased new and was kept in excellent condition with regular servicing. *ak | |||
| 2 | 08/14/1998 | ||
| When applying brakes, vehicle will pull to left or to the right. also, steering wheel will bounce/shake. dealer has turned rotors at 40,000 miles, but defect keeps occurring .dealer has not been able to stop vibration. also, brakes do not catch right away, causing extended stopping distance. *ak | |||
| 02/21/2000 | |||
| When applying the brakes, there was resistance in the pedal. also, front brake pads wore out at 17,896 miles. front brake pads were replaced, and rotors were turned and resurfaced. at 2, 433 miles and four months later, problem was back. fuel injector, right front wheel bearing and hub assembly were replaced. all replacements performed by and paid for by dealer. *ak *ml | |||
| 09/01/1998 | 5 | ||
| Braking system malfunctioned, causing more wear and tear on the brakes. dealer replaced brake rotors and pads 5 times which caused extended stopping distance and resulted in a crash. please provide further information.*ak | |||
| 04/11/2000 | |||
| While driving about 45 mph driver applied the brakes and brake pads on passenger's side came off. driver used emergency brake to slow down. vehicle was towed to the dealership. it has not been repaired. please provide any further nformation. *ak | |||
| 11/21/1999 | 1 | ||
| Consumer called on behalf of the owner who was killed in the vehicle. owner was traveling at about 50 mph in good weather conditions when vehicle went over the rumble strips in the road. started to pump the brakes, and realized there were none. vehicle went through a stop sign, was hit from the side, and flipped into a ditch. owner was killed from the impact. *ak | |||
| 11/10/1997 | 5 | 10/01/1997 | |
| It started witin 1-2 months of purchase, i started having brake problems, since that time i have had my truck to the car dealer for repairs or all 4 brakes and other parts 100% replaced, on the last visit the dealer told me that i would have to pay 1/2 of the $600. bill and the next time they would pay nothing. i just had my tires replace for the first time on 2/14/00 and les schwab told me my brakes were to a 10-15% balance left. with this inf. it will make it 5 times my brakes will have to be replaced and the dealer will do nothing. while sitting at a stop light and then try to go sometimes the brakes are locked up and it won't move, and other times when i need to stop even on dry pavement the anti lock will kick in and start jerking the truck around. i was told by the people at the attorney generals office i should contact you about this matter. i have sent an em to the chev dealer and directly to chev but have been ignored. i'm getting worried about the safety of my family and myself while being in this truck. please help me where you can with this matter. thank you dale harder. *ak | |||
| 09/13/1999 | |||
| Vehicle was traveling at normal road condition at 15-20 mph. applied brakes for approaching stop light when brake pedal went down to the floor and vehicle continued into the intersection. dealer notified and no injuries were reported. *ak | |||
| 10/10/1997 | 4 | 09/20/1997 | |
| Whenever driving the vehicle there is a loud noise coming from the brakes and the pedal vibrates. also, when applying the brakes the pedal goes straight to the floorboard. sometimes the parking brake doesn't work.consumer had the vehicle in the shop five times for repairs, and the dealer still doesn't know what the problem is. since then dealer changed the brakes/ rear drums/front pads the rear shoes and back drums twice, and they still can't determine the problem. *ak | |||
| 08/20/1999 | 08/20/1998 | ||
| Brakes were squeaking and not stopping well after being applied. had to pull to right to avoid hitting another vehicle due to lack of braking ability. been to dealer & mechanic refuses to adjust brakes. its an intermittent problem. *ak | |||
| 05/15/1998 | 50 | 04/01/1998 | |
| When applying brakes there is no action until a long brake pedal stroke finally engages the brakes. this results in extra delay time before brakes are actually applied. the dealer looked at the brakes and adjusted the rear brakes. this did not improve the brake pedal squashy no action, delay to application of brakes. the dealer's shop repair supervisor/ manager drove the vehicle and demonstrated that the vehicle stopped fine. however, he had performed this test with his foot already on and depressing the brake pedal before actually attempting to stop. this approach of course removed the delay to apply the brakes, but hardly a normal way to drive. i have seen this reported in a number of automotive magazines as a problem as well as experiencing it with other chevrolet pickups 1995 thru 1999 models. it seems that a reprogramming of the abs module or something should be done, this is very dangerous. as a final point , my 1998 chrevolet malibu abs brake action is instantaneous, as soon as you touch the brake pedal! it's not because it's a smaller vehicle and not a truck as the dealer tried to imply(baloney!) *ak | |||
| When the brakes are applied the light comes on, vehicle pulsates and vibrates . dealer has replaced the master cylinder /pads, and reserfaced the rotors . manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 01/09/1999 | |||
| In cold conditions while driving through small amounts of slush, brakes became inoperative, and the left rear wheel locked up, causing an accident. *ak | |||
| 10/19/1998 | |||
| While the vehicle is cold it runs fine as the vehicle gets warm and the consumer applies the brakes, the vehicle shakes. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 2 | |||
| When the brakes are applied they become spongy and weak. the pedal goes to the floor , resulting in extended stopping distance. has had the master cylinder and the brake pads, and various other parts of the brake system replaced twice. the manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||
| 10/04/2005 | 1 | ||
| 1998 silverado had anti lock brake sensor replaced. *ts the front wheel brake sensor was replaced on 10/4/2005. on 12/25/2005 the consumer read an article which stated that general motors had expanded it's recall on the antilock brakes to include wisconsin and that consumer's would receive notice by 2/1/2006. the consumer contacted the dealer who indicated that gm had not issued a recall. the consumer then called gm who also stated that there wasn't a recall. *nm | |||
| 09/01/2004 | 53248 | 1000 | 08/09/2000 |
| Vehicle under normal usage , no off-road use, no towing no warning lights truck stutters at low speed stops with normal brake application, can feel movement in the brake pedal but seems as if truck will not stop. have bumped into guard posts at convenience store ( no damage ) took to dealer at 53248 miles, not repaired. dealers' diagnosis ( m001 diagnosis, needs both front wheel hub/ bearing 544ct 53248needs front wheel bearings) service dept. rep told me when i explained the problem to him that it was an abs issue that they were familiar with, and that i would need both front hubs replaced at a cost of over 1000 dollars, could not afford. *nm | |||
| Sensors located in hub for anti-lock brakes are activating early. brakes fail when t brake pedal is applied. please describe details. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 07/01/2002 | 1 | ||
| Consumer states when slowing down to a complete stop the brake pedal goes all the way to the floor and vehicle loses braking power. nlm | |||
| 08/02/2002 | |||
| Brakes will slip from time to time, and consumer will end up having to slam the brakes. contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything.*ak | |||
| 10/05/1998 | 5 | 09/01/1998 | |
| Brake system continually failing causing vibration and pulling, replaced several times however continues to exhibit excessive wear. mjs | |||
| 07/01/1998 | |||
| Left front brake won't release immediately after stopping. yh | |||
| 1 | |||
| Brakes failed. nlm | |||
| 07/14/1998 | 06/30/1998 | ||
| When driving at any speed and applying the brakes and slamming on them, vehicle will pull to the left hard. upon applying the brakes and when trying to stop right away, vehicle went across the center line. vehicle was fixed, but problem has returned. vehicle is still pulling to the left. *ak *ml | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 2 | |||
| Brakes are getting progressively worse whenever they are applied. this would cause vehicle to shimmy. it would also increase the stopping distance. have not taken vehicle to dealership.*ak | |||
| 09/01/1998 | 9999 | 09/01/1998 | |
| There has been an ongoing brake problem with this vehicle. when traveling 30 - 40 mph and approaching a stop sign or light. you will get a very hard brake and go thru the intersection before the brakes actually stop the truck. this does not happen every day only occasionally, but on going the truck has been to the dealer with this same problem at 19,000 miles and they could find no problem the truck finally lost all brake power and is at the dealer now with the problem being with the hydraulics and brake booster. the dealer refused to take care of the problem because the truck has 44,000 miles on it. we first complained about this problem in jan 99( invoice # ctcs50319), i would like this problem noted in case of a future problem with the brake system in this vehicle | |||
| 02/21/2000 | |||
| When applying the brakes, there was resistance in the pedal. also, front brake pads wore out at 17,896 miles. front brake pads were replaced, and rotors were turned and resurfaced. at 2, 433 miles and four months later, problem was back. fuel injector, right front wheel bearing and hub assembly were replaced. all replacements performed by and paid for by dealer. *ak *ml | |||
| 09/01/1998 | 5 | ||
| Braking system malfunctioned, causing more wear and tear on the brakes. dealer replaced brake rotors and pads 5 times which caused extended stopping distance and resulted in a crash. please provide further information.*ak | |||
| 10/10/1997 | 4 | 09/20/1997 | |
| Whenever driving the vehicle there is a loud noise coming from the brakes and the pedal vibrates. also, when applying the brakes the pedal goes straight to the floorboard. sometimes the parking brake doesn't work.consumer had the vehicle in the shop five times for repairs, and the dealer still doesn't know what the problem is. since then dealer changed the brakes/ rear drums/front pads the rear shoes and back drums twice, and they still can't determine the problem. *ak | |||
| When the brakes are applied the light comes on, vehicle pulsates and vibrates . dealer has replaced the master cylinder /pads, and reserfaced the rotors . manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 2 | |||
| When the brakes are applied they become spongy and weak. the pedal goes to the floor , resulting in extended stopping distance. has had the master cylinder and the brake pads, and various other parts of the brake system replaced twice. the manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 02/05/2005 | 3 | 05/07/1998 | |
| Dt: 1998 chevrolet sk pickup truck. when going at low speeds the brakes failed. took vehicle to local mechanic, and had brake line replaced. also replaced, the front rotors and the pads. the problem started after the work was done. called general motors. took down the information and made a file claim number. just about every time the vehicle was going below 10 mph the brakes failed . *ak | |||
| 04/11/2000 | |||
| While driving about 45 mph driver applied the brakes and brake pads on passenger's side came off. driver used emergency brake to slow down. vehicle was towed to the dealership. it has not been repaired. please provide any further nformation. *ak | |||
| 03/18/2000 | 1 | 09/01/1998 | |
| Brake pads over worn.needed replacement.vechicle shakes badly when brakes are applied at a speed higher than 40.has had this shaking since new dealer says its normal. *ak | |||
| 03/18/2000 | 1 | 09/01/1998 | |
| Brake pads over worn.needed replacement.vechicle shakes badly when brakes are applied at a speed higher than 40.has had this shaking since new dealer says its normal. *ak | |||
| 05/01/1997 | 1 | 11/01/1997 | |
| Brake pads failed. mjs | |||
| When applying the brakes the pedal has to go to the floor just to stop. the brakes also make a squeaking noise even when they aren't applied. dealer says he needs new brake pads.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 02/05/2005 | 3 | 05/07/1998 | |
| Dt: 1998 chevrolet sk pickup truck. when going at low speeds the brakes failed. took vehicle to local mechanic, and had brake line replaced. also replaced, the front rotors and the pads. the problem started after the work was done. called general motors. took down the information and made a file claim number. just about every time the vehicle was going below 10 mph the brakes failed . *ak | |||
| 71000 | 1 | ||
| While driving at 35 mph passenger's side rear rotors broke off the hub. consumer felt lucky this didn't happen at highway speeds, it might have caused a serious collision.*ak | |||
| 03/01/1999 | 5 | 03/01/1998 | |
| Front brake rotors became warped at approximately 15000 miles. they have been removed and machined four times and were replaced the last time. the rotors are now warped again after about 5000 miles. i know of two other people with this model of truck that are experiencing simalar problems. | |||
| 12/24/2000 | |||
| In july of 2000 i purchased a 1998 chevrolet silverado, used, from a ford dealership. there was only a 30 day warranty. in the beginning of december the brakes went on the vehicle. the brakes and rotors were replaced. on december 24, 2000, without any notice whatsoever, while shifting the truck into reverse i noticed it would not move. i put it into drive and it moved. after having the truck looked at, it was determined that there was a problem with the transmission. when i called the dealership where the truck was purchased, i was told that it would cost approximately $2,000.00 to re-build the transmission. after only having the truck for six months, driving it 30 miles round trip to work, never using the vehicle as a plow truck and never misusing the vehicle i would like to know how a vehicle of this year could lose such a major unit and have no recourse on the part of the dealership or manufacturer, that it become the responsibility of the owner to correct such an expensive error. *ak | |||
| 2 | 08/14/1998 | ||
| When applying brakes, vehicle will pull to left or to the right. also, steering wheel will bounce/shake. dealer has turned rotors at 40,000 miles, but defect keeps occurring .dealer has not been able to stop vibration. also, brakes do not catch right away, causing extended stopping distance. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - DRUM | |||
| 10/10/1997 | 4 | 09/20/1997 | |
| Whenever driving the vehicle there is a loud noise coming from the brakes and the pedal vibrates. also, when applying the brakes the pedal goes straight to the floorboard. sometimes the parking brake doesn't work.consumer had the vehicle in the shop five times for repairs, and the dealer still doesn't know what the problem is. since then dealer changed the brakes/ rear drums/front pads the rear shoes and back drums twice, and they still can't determine the problem. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 02/05/2005 | 3 | 05/07/1998 | |
| Dt: 1998 chevrolet sk pickup truck. when going at low speeds the brakes failed. took vehicle to local mechanic, and had brake line replaced. also replaced, the front rotors and the pads. the problem started after the work was done. called general motors. took down the information and made a file claim number. just about every time the vehicle was going below 10 mph the brakes failed . *ak | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| Problems with front braking on 1998 silverado.*mr faulty brakes caused the front calipers to stick in the braking position. it was later determined that the front flex brake line was clogged due to the lining separating and lodging itself in the brake line. *nm | |||
| 06/26/2002 | 1 | 06/24/1998 | |
| Three brake lines had to be replaced due to rust and corrosion. vehicle being repaired at dealer. *ak consumer took the vehicle to the original dealer for inspection. the service manager informed consumer that the brake failure was not uncommon due to the environment in vehicles as young as two years old and that the lines could have failed due to electrolysis but the rest of the damage due to the rust was common. cheverolet would not take responsibility. *jg | |||
| 01/31/2002 | |||
| A brake line failure, brake line available for analysis. manufacturer was notified. feel free to provide any further information. *ak | |||
| Factory installed battery is leaking acid onto metal tubing of the brake line causing it to corrode and eat line away, resulting in loss of brakes. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 02/01/2001 | |||
| Around 45 mph there is intermittent brake failure. when applying brakes vehicle starts to slow down. then, braking action stops, pedal feels spongy. vehicle taken to dealer 3-4 times, master cylinder was replaced, did not remedy the problem.*ak | |||
| 06/01/1998 | 2 | 02/01/1998 | |
| Brakes-master cylinder. | |||
| When the brakes are applied the light comes on, vehicle pulsates and vibrates . dealer has replaced the master cylinder /pads, and reserfaced the rotors . manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 2 | |||
| When the brakes are applied they become spongy and weak. the pedal goes to the floor , resulting in extended stopping distance. has had the master cylinder and the brake pads, and various other parts of the brake system replaced twice. the manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||