Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V379000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 03/01/2000 to 07/31/2001 | V (Vehicle) | 1353718 | 09/22/2005 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 08/29/2005 | 08/29/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles may experience unwanted antilock brake system (abs) activation. this condition is more likely to occur in environmentally corrosive areas. this recall will be launched in the salt belt states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maryland, massachusetts, maine, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia only. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This can cause increased stopping distances during low-speed brake applications, which could result in a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers are to remove the wheel speed sensor and thoroughly clean the wheel speed sensor mounting surface on the bearing, apply rust inhibitor to the cleaned surface, grease the mounting surface, reinstall the wheel speed sensor, and check the peak-to-peak output voltage to ensure the wheel speed signal is within specifications. the recall began september 22, 2005. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Gm recall no. 05068. gm revised the involved vehicles by amending the original 573 report on october 4, 2005. gm revised the original 573 report on december 16, 2005, to include additional states and vehicle population.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | |||||
| 020526001B | 01/01/2005 | 020526001C | 10006115 | Rear parking brake shoe retaining spring clip service kit for drum-in-hat (dih) equipped vehicles. *tt update. *tt | 04/16/2004 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||||
| 040525002 | 06/01/2007 | 040525002D | 10022470 | Abs light on, dtc's c0265, c0201, u1041 set and/or loss of communication with brake module. (reground ebcm ground). *kb | 08/15/2007 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||||
| 3455 | 10017232 | Supplement to 04094 front wheel speed sensor corrosion. *tt | 10/28/2005 | ||
| 05068 | 09/01/2005 | 10016715 | Product safety recall regarding front wheel speed sensor corrosion. *tt | 09/28/2005 | |
| 020525002 | 06/01/2002 | 634839 | Subject regarding revised wheel speed sensor replacement procedure. *tt | 10/09/2002 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||||
| 040523005 | 06/01/2004 | 10012141 | Availability of rear wheel mud flaps to reduce debris build-up on rear brake calipers and/or rear wheels. *tt | 02/15/2005 | |
| 040523001A | 10/01/2004 | 040523001 | 10011125 | Low brake pedal, red brake light on, brake system warning message on. *tt updated *eh | 01/03/2005 |
| 000523005B | 06/01/2003 | 000523005A | 10002132 | Right rear inner brake pad wear. various modles including the 2004 silverado and sierra. *tt | 08/13/2003 |
| 020522004 | 09/01/2002 | 10000067 | Trailer brakes applied when headlights / park lamps are on, brake controller illumination. *tt | 02/12/2003 | |
| 020522004A | 09/01/2002 | 020522004 | 10000061 | Trailer brakes applied when headlights / park lamps are on, brake controller illumination. *tt | 02/10/2003 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 030525007 | 05/01/2009 | 030525007D | 10004310 | Antilock brake (abs) activation at low speeds (clean wheel speed sensor mounting surface). *tt updated 10/23/09. *pe | 12/02/2003 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||||
| 040525002B | 11/01/2005 | 040525002C | 10008659 | Anti-lock brake system (abs) light on, diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) c0265, c0201, u1041 set and/or loss of communication with brake module. *tt update. *tt | 08/13/2004 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||||
| 180202 | 02/18/2002 | 629811 | Customers may comment about a brake squeak or a noise, particularly after a cold soak and on the first brake application. *tt | 04/09/2002 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - SWITCHES - BRAKE WARNING | |||||
| 100901 | 09/10/2001 | 626161 | Vehicles may experience the brake system warning light not illuminating. *slc | 12/13/2001 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| PE10010 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/30/2010 | 01/05/2011 | Brake line corrosion failure | ||
| The office of defects investigation (odi) received defect petition dp10-003 on march 2, 2010, requesting the investigation of model year (my) 2003 chevrolet silverado 2500hd 4wd pickup trucks for corrosion failures of the vehicle brake lines.dp10-003 was granted and on march 30, 2010, preliminary evaluation pe10-010 was opened on more than six million model year 1999 through 2003 light trucks and sport utility vehicles manufactured and sold by general motors corporation (gm).on july 2, 2010, odi received gm's response to an information request, which included gm's assessment of the frequency and safety consequences of the alleged defect. gm stated that:(1) the brake system of the subject vehicles is split front/rear and should a brake pipe suddenly fail for any reason, the affected vehicle would be capable of stopping with the pressure supplied by the remaining circuit; (2) the subject vehicles were designed to meet the hydraulic circuit partial failure requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards 105 and 135, light vehicle brake systems; and (3) should a brake fluid leak occur for any reason, the brake system malfunction indicator lamp (mil) would illuminate and warn the driver before the brake fluid level was low enough to cause a loss of line pressure.odi's and gm's analysis indicates that 85 percent of the complaints occurred on vehicles used primarily in states that use salt on the roads during winter months (connecticut, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin).overall the complaint rates per 100,000 vehicles for salt belt states is 43.0 and non-salt belt is 3.0.in approximately 25 percent of the complaints the brake pipe failure occurred suddenly, with no warning (i.e., no mil, brake fluid loss warning), and resulted in extended stopping distances.in 30 of these the increase in stopping distance that resulted was a factor in the crash and in 10 others the vehicle was intentionally steered off the road or into another lane of travel in order to avoid a crash.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea11-001) for subject vehicles sold or currently registered in salt belt states to further assess the scope, frequency and safety risks associated with sudden failures of corroded brake pipes that can result in decreased brake effectiveness. odi will continue to gather information on subject vehicles outside the salt belt as well. | ||||||
| PE10010 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/30/2010 | Brake line failure due to corrosion | |||
| The office of defects investigation (odi) received a defect petition on march 2, 2010, requesting the investigation of model year (my) 2003 chevrolet silverado 2500hd 4wd pickup trucks for corrosion failures of the vehicle brake lines.the petitioner alleged a sudden loss of brake effectiveness and extended stopping distance after a corroded brake burst during a brake application. odi has received 110 owner complaints for my 1999 through 2003 chevrolet and gmc c/k series pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, including 3 involving my 2003 2500 series heavy-duty pickup trucks.the complaints allege the loss of braking effectiveness due to brake line rupture because of corrosion.in 37 of these complaints, the brake line failure was confirmed by a dealer inspection.three complaints allege that corroded brake line failure resulted in a crash.a preliminary evaluation has been opened to determine the frequency, scope and safety consequences of the alleged defect in the subject vehicles. | ||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | ||||||
| PE05020 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/28/2005 | 09/13/2005 | UNWANTED LOW-SPEED ABS ACTIVATION | 05V379000 | |
| In a letter dated august 29, 2005, gm notified odi that it was recalling certain model year 1999 through 2002 c/k pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles to correct a problem with anti-lock brake system (abs) wheel speed sensor corrosion that may result in unwanted abs activation and extended stopping distances during low-speed braking (recall 05v-379).gm's recall covers approximately 804,000 vehicles currently registered in the following 14 salt-belt states:connecticut, illinois, indiana, massachusetts, maine, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, and west virginia.the recall procedure will involve removing the sensor, cleaning the mounting surface, applying a rust inhibitor (zinc-x) to the surface, and reinstalling the sensor.if necessary, the sensor will be replaced. the population and failure report data given in this resume are for the full region that has been considered by odi as the salt-belt.that includes delaware, iowa, maryland, minnesota, missouri, wisconsin and the district of columbia in addition to the 14 states included in 05v-379.the states covered by gm's recall have the highest incident rates for the subject condition, accounting for 91% of the incidents, but only 24% of subject vehicle sales in the united states.odi's analysis determined that 840 of the complaints, 244 of the crashes, and 16 of the injuries identified in this investigation occurred in those states.the resulting incident and crash rates are 96.2 and 28.0 per 100,000 vehicles respectively (note:rates are based on vehicle sales, not registered vehicles). the corresponding numbers in the excluded portions of the salt-belt are 399,000 vehicles, 81 incidents (20.3 per 100,000 vehicles), 3 crashes, and no injuries.the statistics in the remaining 30 states are 2,406,000 vehicles, 168 incidents (7.0 per 100,000 vehicles), 31 crashes, and one injury.gm and odi are continuing to monitor the problem experience in states that are not included in the recall.gm will provide odi with updated complaint, field report, and warranty data in november 2005.odi and gm will review that data and assess the appropriateness of the current scope of the recall at that time. | ||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | ||||||
| PE05020 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/28/2005 | 09/13/2005 | UNWANTED LOW-SPEED ABS ACTIVATION | 05V379000 | |
| In a letter dated august 29, 2005, gm notified odi that it was recalling certain model year 1999 through 2002 c/k pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles to correct a problem with anti-lock brake system (abs) wheel speed sensor corrosion that may result in unwanted abs activation and extended stopping distances during low-speed braking (recall 05v-379).gm's recall covers approximately 804,000 vehicles currently registered in the following 14 salt-belt states:connecticut, illinois, indiana, massachusetts, maine, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, and west virginia.the recall procedure will involve removing the sensor, cleaning the mounting surface, applying a rust inhibitor (zinc-x) to the surface, and reinstalling the sensor.if necessary, the sensor will be replaced. the population and failure report data given in this resume are for the full region that has been considered by odi as the salt-belt.that includes delaware, iowa, maryland, minnesota, missouri, wisconsin and the district of columbia in addition to the 14 states included in 05v-379.the states covered by gm's recall have the highest incident rates for the subject condition, accounting for 91% of the incidents, but only 24% of subject vehicle sales in the united states.odi's analysis determined that 840 of the complaints, 244 of the crashes, and 16 of the injuries identified in this investigation occurred in those states.the resulting incident and crash rates are 96.2 and 28.0 per 100,000 vehicles respectively (note:rates are based on vehicle sales, not registered vehicles). the corresponding numbers in the excluded portions of the salt-belt are 399,000 vehicles, 81 incidents (20.3 per 100,000 vehicles), 3 crashes, and no injuries.the statistics in the remaining 30 states are 2,406,000 vehicles, 168 incidents (7.0 per 100,000 vehicles), 31 crashes, and one injury.gm and odi are continuing to monitor the problem experience in states that are not included in the recall.gm will provide odi with updated complaint, field report, and warranty data in november 2005.odi and gm will review that data and assess the appropriateness of the current scope of the recall at that time. | ||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||
| PE10010 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/30/2010 | 01/05/2011 | Brake line corrosion failure | ||
| The office of defects investigation (odi) received defect petition dp10-003 on march 2, 2010, requesting the investigation of model year (my) 2003 chevrolet silverado 2500hd 4wd pickup trucks for corrosion failures of the vehicle brake lines.dp10-003 was granted and on march 30, 2010, preliminary evaluation pe10-010 was opened on more than six million model year 1999 through 2003 light trucks and sport utility vehicles manufactured and sold by general motors corporation (gm).on july 2, 2010, odi received gm's response to an information request, which included gm's assessment of the frequency and safety consequences of the alleged defect. gm stated that:(1) the brake system of the subject vehicles is split front/rear and should a brake pipe suddenly fail for any reason, the affected vehicle would be capable of stopping with the pressure supplied by the remaining circuit; (2) the subject vehicles were designed to meet the hydraulic circuit partial failure requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards 105 and 135, light vehicle brake systems; and (3) should a brake fluid leak occur for any reason, the brake system malfunction indicator lamp (mil) would illuminate and warn the driver before the brake fluid level was low enough to cause a loss of line pressure.odi's and gm's analysis indicates that 85 percent of the complaints occurred on vehicles used primarily in states that use salt on the roads during winter months (connecticut, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin).overall the complaint rates per 100,000 vehicles for salt belt states is 43.0 and non-salt belt is 3.0.in approximately 25 percent of the complaints the brake pipe failure occurred suddenly, with no warning (i.e., no mil, brake fluid loss warning), and resulted in extended stopping distances.in 30 of these the increase in stopping distance that resulted was a factor in the crash and in 10 others the vehicle was intentionally steered off the road or into another lane of travel in order to avoid a crash.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea11-001) for subject vehicles sold or currently registered in salt belt states to further assess the scope, frequency and safety risks associated with sudden failures of corroded brake pipes that can result in decreased brake effectiveness. odi will continue to gather information on subject vehicles outside the salt belt as well. | ||||||
| PE10010 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/30/2010 | Brake line failure due to corrosion | |||
| The office of defects investigation (odi) received a defect petition on march 2, 2010, requesting the investigation of model year (my) 2003 chevrolet silverado 2500hd 4wd pickup trucks for corrosion failures of the vehicle brake lines.the petitioner alleged a sudden loss of brake effectiveness and extended stopping distance after a corroded brake burst during a brake application. odi has received 110 owner complaints for my 1999 through 2003 chevrolet and gmc c/k series pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, including 3 involving my 2003 2500 series heavy-duty pickup trucks.the complaints allege the loss of braking effectiveness due to brake line rupture because of corrosion.in 37 of these complaints, the brake line failure was confirmed by a dealer inspection.three complaints allege that corroded brake line failure resulted in a crash.a preliminary evaluation has been opened to determine the frequency, scope and safety consequences of the alleged defect in the subject vehicles. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | |||
| 02/22/2013 | 180000 | ||
| Front brake line failed. completely rusted, it blew out inside one the clips that hold it in place. horrible design. truck is sitting in my driveway because i cannot afford to repair brakes. estimate was over 1500, just to replace the lines, with coated steel, not stainless. fuel lines are all rusted as well. all need replacement. | |||
| 02/15/2013 | 141000 | ||
| While driving to work in the morning, applied brakes and the pedal seemed to go down further than normal. was exiting freeway and appied the brakes, the pedal went down to the floor but the vehicle stopped. i then pumped the brake pedal and it went to the floor and the vehicle started to roll. i was able to pull off to the side of the exit ramp and get vehicle to stop by putting it into reverse then park. it now had complete brake failure. after inspecting under the vehicle noticed that a brake line had rusted through and failed. this one line failure caused both the front and rear brakes not to apply at all. after inspecting further noticed that all the brake lines have severe corrosion and look like they could fail at anytime. | |||
| 12/14/2012 | 150574 | 1 | |
| On 12/14/2012. i entered a controlled intersection, went to apply brakes and brake pedal went to floor. truck stopped, but i needed to apply a lot of pressure. checked brake fluid and found it was a pint low. added brake fluid, but brake pedal still needed to be pushed to floor to stop vehicle. brought truck to mechanic on 12/18/12. they put truck on lift, found entire brake system was corroded. the back plate was also corroded. to repair, all brake lines, bolts need to be replaced, as many parts have rusted away completely. estimate is over $4,000 to repair. *tr | |||
| 12/14/2012 | 150574 | ||
| On 12/14/2012. i entered a controlled intersection, went to apply brakes and brake pedal went to floor. truck stopped, but i needed to apply a lot of pressure. checked brake fluid and found it was a pint low. added brake fluid, but brake pedal still needed to be pushed to floor to stop vehicle. brought truck to mechanic on 12/18/12. they put truck on lift, found entire brake system was corroded. the back plate was also corroded. to repair, all brake lines, bolts need to be replaced, as many parts have rusted away completely. estimate is over $4,000 to repair. | |||
| 11/13/2012 | 207000 | 1 | |
| I lost my brakes while pulling out onto the road. pedal went to the floor before truck began to slow down, abs kicked on and grinding rotors before a full stop. brake line failed leaking fluid under driver's side door - most likely due to rust. *tr | |||
| 11/13/2012 | 207000 | ||
| I lost my brakes while pulling out onto the road. pedal went to the floor before truck began to slow down, abs kicked on and grinding rotars before a full stop. brake line failed leaking fluid under driver's side door - most likely due to rust. | |||
| 11/06/2012 | 109500 | 1 | |
| The chassis brake lines on my 2001 gmc sierra 1500 are rusted to the point that they are falling apart. i noticed last week that the brake pedal feel is starting to get mushy. after inspecting the entire brake system i discovered that all of the hard chassis brake lines are rusted and flaking apart. i can no longer safely drive this truck until these lines are replaced. *tr | |||
| 11/06/2012 | 109500 | ||
| The chassis brake lines on my 2001 gmc sierra 1500 are rusted to the point that they are falling apart. i noticed last week that the brake pedal feel is starting to get mushy. after inspecting the entire brake system i discovered that all of the hard chassis brake lines are rusted and flaking apart. i can no longer safely drive this truck until these lines are replaced. | |||
| 09/12/2012 | 1 | ||
| Backed out of driveway and brake pedal felt soft. got to end of street and suspecting a problem began slowing early. brake pedal went to the floor with very little pressure and very little stopping power. went back to house and found a large puddle of brake fluid where the truck had been sitting. opened the hood to look at brake reservoir and found it empty but also realized all hard brake lines in view were heavily corroded and crusted. leak was from burst hard line below driver. all hard lines are heavily crusted and corroded near the point of failure if not already failed. some fuel lines also corroded. *tr | |||
| 09/12/2012 | |||
| Backed out of driveway and brake pedal felt soft. got to end of street and suspecting a problem began slowing early. brake pedal went to the floor with very little pressure and very little stopping power. went back to house and found a large puddle of brake fluid where the truck had been sitting. opened the hood to look at brake reservoir and found it empty but also realized all hard brake lines in view were heavily corroded and crusted. leak was from burst hard line below driver. all hard lines are heavily crusted and corroded near the point of failure if not already failed. some fuel lines also corroded. | |||
| 08/10/2011 | 88000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2001 gmc sierra. the contact stated that while reversing from a residential driveway, she the brakes failed and brake fluid leaked from the vehicle abnormally. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that they needed to replace the brake lines. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and stated there were no recalls for the vehicle. the failure mileage was 88,000 and the current mileage was 100,005. the vin was not available. | |||
| 08/10/2011 | 88000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 gmc sierra. the contact stated that while reversing from a residential driveway, she the brakes failed and brake fluid leaked from the vehicle abnormally. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that they needed to replace the brake lines. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and stated there were no recalls for the vehicle. the failure mileage was 88,000 and the current mileage was 100,005. the vin was not available. kmj | |||
| 08/10/2011 | 88000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2001 gmc sierra. the contact stated she was backing out of her driveway when she notice that the vehicle did not have no brakes and the brake fluid had leaked out. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer stated they needed to replace the brake lines. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and they stated there wasn't no recall under that issue. the failure mileage was 88,000 and the current mileage was 100,005.jp | |||
| 08/02/2012 | 96000 | 1 | |
| This brake line rupture happened while my wife was @ 15 mph stopping for traffic .how she managed to stop i don't know. she does not like driving this gmc 2500 hd pickup because it is scary for her, after this brake line rupture she will probably never drive this vehicle again. thanks general motors a bunch for the nonexistent warning about this common occurrence. the general motors profit means more to them than the safety of their customers precious families. *tr | |||
| 08/02/2012 | 96000 | ||
| This brake line rupture happened while my wife was @ 15 mph stopping for traffic .how she managed to stop i don't know. she does not like driving this gmc 2500 hd pickup because it is scary for her, after this brake line rupture she will probably never drive this vehicle again. thanks general motors a bunch for the nonexistant warning about this common occurance. the general motors profit means more to them than the safery of their customers precious families. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | |||
| 01/22/2011 | |||
| The abs light comes on and the truck does not make a complete stop.the antilock breaks due not work and truck tends to glide.it does this week after week.i am tired of having my truck diagnosed and they can't find the problem.i have come so close to having several accidents because of this antilock breaks that make my breaks go out.i have to shift the truck to park and turn off completely.the break pedal goes down all the way and emergency break does not work either. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||
| 04/07/2005 | 38250 | 0 | |
| Truck exhibits failure of braking at slow speeds; pedal hard and no brake; hit building at slow speed minimal damge; truck had 38,000 miles. took to dealer;they said knew what was wrong; changed out left front hub and speed sensor $405.00. *ak | |||
| 08/11/2002 | |||
| The vehicles' abs brakes fails while driving at low speeds. this almost resulted in an accident. the dealership indicated that this is a common problem with this model vehicle. please provide more details. mr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||
| 02/04/2004 | 35416 | 3 | 12/17/2003 |
| Anti-locking brakes - problem with abs brakes - as brakes applied on dry or wet surface, the worst brakes got, no matter if light or hard touch or slow or fast speed. gmc sierrra (2001) was brought in for repair after brakes failed causing slow speed collision with spouses pu truck in my driveway resulting in no damage or injuries. replaced one speed sensor (left front wheel) and cleaned other at my expense ($148.60 for parts, labor charge waived - mileage 35416). 2nd complaint or request - dragging brakes or locking and pulling when applied 3rd complaint or request - remove all four wheels and check brakes - results - repair include parts & labor at my expense - (mileage 41073) machine two front and two rear rotors and replace front and rear calipers plus free up slidders (parts $272, unknown breakdown on labor cost above and beyond). | |||
| 04/30/2005 | 33800 | 10/20/2003 | |
| Abs activates just before comming to complete stop.(5-8mph) abruptly extending stopping distance. problem showed up after truck was not driven for 4 days. probably allowing corrosion to develope. virginia did use large quantities of salt this year for ice and snow removal. currently experiencing this problem. not yet corrected. will see if removal, cleaning and lubrication of wheel sensors will solve problem. | |||
| 12/15/2004 | 10 | ||
| I own a 2001 gmc sierra 4 wd pick-up with 45,000 miles that experienced anti-lock failure.the system would start pulsating at low speeds. i had many close calls(smashed in to my garage door once) before pulling the fuse as advised by the gm dealer.after further investigation i found that most everyone that i know with 99-2002 year gm vehicles had their fuses pulled as well. i called gm previously regarding other brake problems (anti-lock pump failure)(gm rotors that only last 6,000 mies) and the arrogant customer service personel try to convince you that they haven't had any complaints about their brake parts or systems and won't cover anything even though we know they are liars. i saw the nhtsa investigation notice and wanted to give my two cents. thanks for making these crooks correct a dangerous situation. | |||
| 11/01/2004 | 35000 | 10 | 02/28/2004 |
| Abs front speed sensor right hand(passenger) side failure. when applying brakes our 2001 gmc sierra z71 at speeds below 5mph would act like the abs systems was kicking in for slippery road conditions. this would cause us not being able to stop when we would of liked to of stopped. this truck has only 35,000 miles of adult driven, easy, mostly non-town driving, so the brakes are not continually being applied. this is a very scary situation and we had to park this truck until we were able to get it into the shop and have it repaired. cost of repair $391.36. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 09/07/2011 | 145000 | ||
| Upon starting the truck, the brake pedal went right to the floor and brake fluid drained under the drivers side door. a brake line rusted through causing a lack of braking power. there were no alarms prior to the failure. the truck is not drivable in this condition. none of the brakes grab and if this happened on the highway, someone would have been killed. upon examination, all of the brake lines are rusted and will need to be replaced. since gm does not manufacture replacement brake lines, each line will need to be bent and fitted by hand. i understand that nhsta is investigating the problem and says there are 6.2 million vehicles that are possibly affected. | |||
| 11/23/2011 | 75000 | ||
| While bleeding the pass. rear brakes i had a very sudden lose of pressure on the peddle and the peddle went right to the floor of the truck when pressed. after looking under the truck i noticed that i had a brake line rupture along the frame under the drivers seat. after further inspection i realized that all of the brake lines in that area were very rusted and in need of replacement. luckily i was not driving the truck and no accidnet occured. | |||
| 12/10/2009 | 98000 | ||
| At low speed the abs malfunctions regularly | |||
| 11/23/2011 | 75000 | ||
| While bleeding the pass. rear brakes i had a very sudden lose of pressure on the peddle and the peddle went right to the floor of the truck when pressed. after looking under the truck i noticed that i had a brake line rupture along the frame under the drivers seat. after further inspection i realized that all of the brake lines in that area were very rusted and in need of replacement. luckily i was not driving the truck and no accidnet occured. | |||
| 12/10/2009 | 98000 | ||
| At low speed the abs malfunctions regularly | |||
| 10/17/2011 | |||
| I was very lucky my children were not hurt, they use the truck all the time. i went to move my truck in the driveway, the brakes hit the floor. i got under the truck and saw that brake lines are really rusted bad. i haven't had a brake line problem since the 1960s. read that gmc and chev brakes are now all falling part for anyone who bought them in the last 10 years. gmc / chevy choose to put people at risk. | |||
| 09/21/2011 | 130000 | ||
| There is a current recall for an abs problem on my vehicle. i had this recall completed several years ago. recently, this recalled part failed again. gm denied my claim when i had this recall fixed for the second time. gm claims that a recall is a one time deal. i find this hard to believe. | |||
| 10/17/2011 | |||
| I was very lucky my children were not hurt, they use the truck all the time. i went to move my truck in the driveway, the brakes hit the floor. i got under the truck and saw that brake lines are really rusted bad. i haven't had a brake line problem since the 1960s. read that gmc and chev brakes are now all falling part for anyone who bought them in the last 10 years. gmc / chevy choose to put people at risk. | |||
| 09/21/2011 | 130000 | ||
| There is a current recall for an abs problem on my vehicle. i had this recall completed several years ago. recently, this recalled part failed again. gm denied my claim when i had this recall fixed for the second time. gm claims that a recall is a one time deal. i find this hard to believe. | |||
| 10/17/2011 | |||
| I was very lucky my children were not hurt, they use the truck all the time. i went to move my truck in the driveway, the brakes hit the floor. i got under the truck and saw that brake lines are really rusted bad. i haven't had a brake line problem since the 1960s. read that gmc and chev brakes are now all falling part for anyone who bought them in the last 10 years. gmc / chevy choose to put people at risk. | |||
| 09/21/2011 | 130000 | ||
| There is a current recall for an abs problem on my vehicle. i had this recall completed several years ago. recently, this recalled part failed again. gm denied my claim when i had this recall fixed for the second time. gm claims that a recall is a one time deal. i find this hard to believe. | |||
| 06/01/2009 | 90000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2001 gmc sierra. the contact stated that while backing out of his garage he tried to engage the breaks but it did not work. he mentioned that in order to stop the vehicle he had to shift to park. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the anti lock break sensors needed to be replaced under recall nhtsa campaign id number: 05v379000 (component: service brakes, hydraulic:anti lock). a year later the vehicle was experiencing the same failure. the manufacturer was contacted who referred him back to the dealer to run a diagnostics test. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage 90,000 and current mileage was 100,000. pm | |||
| 05/01/2009 | 40000 | 1 | |
| Anti lock braking kicks in when it should not. we have found where vehicles sold in certain states where recalled for this. pa is one of those states but our truck was not sold in pa until it was a year old. gm says the speed sensor is not covered due to the vin number. then they told me it was not covered due to mileage. but my point is if i had been notified of the recall seven years ago i would not be faced with an $1100.00 repair now. *tr | |||
| 05/25/2006 | 119754 | 1 | |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving at any speed a noise was heard, upon inspection the contact discovered the vacuum plates of the rear brakes were rusted through. the braking ability has been affected by this problem. the dealer has been alerted. | |||
| 12/01/2004 | 49000 | 1 | 07/03/2001 |
| Dt: all the brakes failed prematurely at 50,000. the brakes were making a squeaking noise, thought it was brake pads, took to dealer, and they said had complete brake failure. use vehicle for loading and unloading boats in the salt water. had 6 other gmc vehicles and never had this problem. *ak *tt *nm | |||
| 01/19/2004 | 70000 | 1 | |
| While driving 35 mph the brakes failed without warning. the cause of the failure has not been determined. *nm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 01/27/2006 | 79000 | 50 | 09/14/2002 |
| Brakes working poorly at slow speeds and abs engaging on dry pavement at stop signs. replaced all pads and rotors, still little change in braking. took vehicle to precision auto in mayville wi, to have them check brakes. technician keith pastorius recommended replacing abs sensors and hub assy's on both sides as this is a common problem on these trucks. charged $60.00 for scan tool diagnostics. (invoice#7964) i did research on the web and found recall 05v379000 matching same symptoms i have. i took vehicle to holiday auto, fon du lac wi they said it was definitely the sensors corroded, but my vin number was not included yet in the recall. they found document 1748482-wheel speed sensors need to be cleaned. they tried to remove sensors, and they broke. charged me $200.00 and said if the recall includes my vehicle in the next few months, i could be reimbursed. (invoice#257356) jan 27 2006. i feel this repair should be covered as a warranty recall (as did the service advisor at the dealer) because symptoms and defective parts are synonymous with other recall vehicles of the same year, and when the dealer drove the vehicle in they almost went through the service bay door from poor braking. thank you in advance for any investigating you do on my issue. i will be glad to help with any other information if necessary. *jb | |||
| 06/01/2005 | 60000 | 1 | 09/01/2000 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while pulling away from a stop light at 10mph the abs activated causing the vehicle to crash into another vehicle. upon inspection the dealership was unable to determine the cause of the activation. there is a nhtsa recall, # 05v379000 regarding the abs. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin. | |||
| 01/11/2006 | 43895 | 1 | 11/04/2001 |
| My 2001 gmc sierra pick up truck 43k miles , brakes failed while attempting to come to a stop in the parking lot of the long beach 24hr family fitness center resulting in the vehicle hitting a wall on jan 11th 2006. i pushed the brake pedal to the floor and no brakes available. while foot on the brake trying to stop the vehicle, there came an indeterminate pulsing sound and vibration on the pedal. the vehicle hit the parking structure wall at a very slow speed (about 3-5 miles per hour). the truck is under an extended warranty and the dealer found the front left wheel bearing and hub to have excessive play and was replaced with my $100.00 deductible. the damage to the truck was totaled at $2828.20. this is still an issue and gm has told me that their is nothing wrong with the brake system, however there are recalls in the north east states for the same problem, and over 250+ cases reported in crashes. living by the ocean and where there is salt air present and with the 850k trucks recalled makes sense. gm can recall all of the trucks for tailgate support cables nation wide that are caused by corrosion but not a brake problem that effects trucks nation wide? *nm | |||
| 01/11/2006 | 43895 | 2 | 11/04/2001 |
| My 2001 gmc sierra pick up truck 43k miles , brakes failed while attempting to come to a stop in the parking lot of the long beach 24hr family fitness center resulting in the vehicle hitting a wall on jan 11 2006. i pushed the brake pedal to the floor and no brakes available. while foot on the brake trying to stop the vehicle, there came an indeterminate pulsing sound and vibration on the pedal. the vehicle hit the parking structure wall at a very slow speed (about 3-5 miles per hour). the truck is under an extended warrenty and the dealer found the front left wheel bearing and hub to have excessive play and was replaced with my $100.00 deductable. the damage to the truck was totaled at $2828.20. this is still an issue and gm has told me that their is nothing wrong with the brake system, however there are recalls in the north east states for the same problem, and over 250+ cases reported in crashes. living by the ocean and where there is salt air present and with the 850k truckes recalled makes sense. gm can recall all of the trucks for tailgate support cables nation wide that are caused by corrosion but not a brake problem that effects trucks nation wide? *nm | |||
| 01/11/2006 | 49274 | 12 | 05/01/2001 |
| Many problems: 4 wheel drive sensor, front end suspension, parking brake, service brakes, anti-lock brakes, speed sensors, radio, center console, engine noise rapping when starting, tailgate cables, anti-theft sensor, and now the battery voltage gauge needle excess dropping when stopping, engine idling to low when stopping. dealer says problem is normal. let's test drive a new truck and show me it is normal. this truck is a lemon in my eyes!*jb | |||
| 01/11/2006 | 190000 | 50 | 04/01/2001 |
| Dt*: the contact stated at low speeds the abs activated. there was nhtsa recall campaign 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.*ak | |||
| 12/01/2005 | 46800 | 1 | 04/01/2001 |
| Dt: the contact states there is nhtsa recall campaign 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.*ak updated 1/25/2006 - while driving at speeds less than 10 mph the vehicle was extremely hard to stop and resulted in extended stopping distance. the abs recall is not valid for the state in which the consumer lives therefore the consumer had to pay for the repairs. the dealer cleaned the wheel speed sensor area and replaced the broken left front wheel speed sensor. *nm | |||
| 01/01/2002 | 20000 | 20 | 01/10/2001 |
| In 2001 my wife and i purchased a new 2001 gmc sierra 1500 (vin #2gtek19t111129096). we hadn't had the vehicle long, roughly 20,000 miles, before we noticed an intermittent tapping feeling when attempting to brake. not only did the brake tap, but it would not slow the vehicle properly and you would have to pump the brake. i thought it could have been the abs, but was not sure. we had the vehicle checked out by our local dealer who advised there was no problem. the problem with the braking persisted. last year sometime we heard of a canadian recall due to the abs system activating improperly. we contacted the dealer who advised it was a recall in canada and not the u.s.; therefore they would not do anything. we recently heard of a recall in the u.s. for the same problem. after calling the dealer we were informed that our vin was out of a different factory than that of the recall. i was also informed during this call that gm would not fix the problem until mandated to do so by the federal government. having two young children i do not feel my vehicle is safe and believe gm should have voluntarily fixed the problem with the brakes, as i believe this is the same problem that has triggered the recent recalls. however, gm, specifically mckay motors a gmc dealership, refuses to address the issue until mandated by a governing authority. i am asking that you consider an investigation into my vehicles factory and ultimately a recall to fix the problem we are experiencing. *jb | |||
| 01/05/2005 | 30000 | 1 | |
| Dt: the contact states there is a 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 | |||
| 09/01/2005 | 1 | 11/01/2000 | |
| Dt: the contact states there is a nhtsa recall campaign 05v379000 concerning anti lock brakes. this vehicle experienced the same problems as indicated in the recall, but is not included in the recall due to vin. the vehicle has not been repaired at this time. *ak updated 02/07/06. *jb | |||
| 10/30/2005 | 12000 | 2 | 09/01/2000 |
| Dt: the contact stated this vehicle was included in the recall campaign for the abs. the dealer performed the recall repairs, but it did not remedy the problem. the dealer said the problem was the right front hub. the hub has been replaced one time already. after approximately 12,000 miles the vehicle started experiencing the same problems again. *ak | |||
| 12/01/2003 | 40000 | 1 | |
| Dt: the contact complained about an abs problem for the past two years. the problem started out as intermittently, and has become more frequent over the past two years. the abs engaged at around 20 mph. she has been in contact with gm and a dealer. neither of them offered any free remedy. there was nhtsa recall 05v379000, but the contact's vehicle is not included because it is a dually. the vehicle has never been to a dealer for inspection of the abs problem.*ak | |||
| 08/01/2005 | 70000 | 40 | 12/16/2000 |
| Dt: the contact stated that when applying brake pressure at low speeds the abs would activate followed by a rubbing noise. there was nhtsa recall 05v379000 involving the anti lock brakes. this vehicle had the same failure as indicated in the recall. however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for repairs. after the repairs were performed there have been no further problems. *ak the consumer was led to believe he would receive reimbursement. updated 11/29/05. *jb | |||
| 11/03/2005 | 93570 | ||
| My 2001 gmc sierra 1500 (vin 1gtek19t31e136226) was recalled for unwanted abs brake system activation. i paid for the same repair ($363.20) out of my own pocket last oct. 28, 2004. recently they started acting up again and the recall notice came out. (campaign #05v379000). i took my truck nov. 2, 2005 to harbor pontiac buick gmc, 9911 w. 300 north, michigan city, indiana. they confirmed that the sensors were bad and replaced them. they then told me that the problem still existed and that it would cost me $85 just to put it on the computer to check what the problem may be. they then told me that if it was the abs module, it will cost me $1,111.99 to replace it. i am a mechanic and feel that if the module is bad, the defective sensors caused it and i should not have to pay for it. my vehicle is still doing the exact same thing it was recalled for. i feel they should have to do whatever it takes to fix it at no cost to me. in addition, when i took it in yesterday for the repairs they only had (1) sensor in stock and refused to let me take the truck home for liability reasons. but today they are telling me that i can take it even though it is still doing the same thing it was recalled for. i can't aford to pay what they want to fix it so i am forced to drive it the way it is. | |||
| 11/02/2005 | 37400 | 20 | 10/24/2001 |
| The antilock brake system is activating at under 10 mph.i have called the gmc hot line and even though i have a 2001 gmc sierra 2500 truck which is one of the models identified as being in the recall for this problem i was informed that my vehicles vin number is not on the list,and that even though i am having the problem that gmc will not cover it. *nm | |||
| 10/01/2004 | 1 | 11/06/2001 | |
| Dt: the contact received a recall 05v379000 concerning abs brakes. had previously the repair work done. when she contacted general motors, they told her they would reimburse her for the repair work, but she would have to pay for half of the remaining repair work. . since repairs the abs light has been on and it feels as though the brakes do not work. the vehicle was taken back to the dealership , and they found the electronic control module needed to be replaced. *ak the abs remained lit after the repairs were made. updated 11/29/05. *jb | |||
| 08/01/2004 | 8000 | 2 | 05/01/2001 |
| Dt: the contact received recall 05v379 concerning abs brakes. the abs system was cleaned previously and the sensor was replaced under warranty. he was experiencing the problems again. therefore, he felt the recall remedy was only a temporary solution. general motors should offer a permanent solution. an appointment has been made for having the recall work completed at this time. *ak | |||
| 10/27/2005 | 95000 | 100 | 03/03/2003 |
| Abs activates at slow speeds. *jb | |||
| 10/01/2004 | 2 | ||
| Dt : the contact stated on october 1, 2004 the abs light was came on and stayed on intermittently. contact has to increase stopping distance in order to get the vehicle to stop. the abs system will activated when coming to a stop. contact stated she has taken the vehicle to the local dealers, and they said the abs module needed to be replaced. also, the contact states that the abs system did not work at all now. the abs brakes experienced the same problem mentioned in the recall. however, when contacting the dealer they claimed that replacing the abs module was not part of the recall. *ak | |||
| 07/05/2004 | 1 | 03/18/2002 | |
| 2001 gmc sierra when i come in for stop the abs kicks in and the truck will not stop. will go about 5 to 10 feet from were you want it to stop it. i called gmc after hearing about the recall for 2001 trucks and they said that my vin number was not on the recall they had to of used the same parts on all of their trucks for that year so they are lying and my brake rotors fall apart about 41,000 miles front and back they replaced them after some | |||
| 08/30/2005 | 1 | ||
| Dt: noticed on august 30, 2005 that the brakes did not work properly. there was a recall for the brakes, but the state of wisconsin was not included, when touching the brake the sensor did not read it and the pedal pushed foot off of the brake. could come up to a stop sign and could not keep the pedal pushed down. there was no forewarning, and no matter what the road conditions were the vehicle still did this. contacted the dealer, and they said the consumer had to to pay out of pocket, but they had a lot of complaints on this. *ak | |||
| 09/23/2005 | 90580 | 99 | 03/26/2003 |
| 2001 gmc sierra half ton pickup, abs activates at slow speeds, i understand there are recalls for this problem in other states, why not minnesota. please help, this is a serious problem !! *nm | |||
| 08/31/2005 | 85000 | 100 | 11/10/2004 |
| Constant low speed antilock failure. *nm | |||
| 08/20/2005 | 49000 | 999 | 01/15/2001 |
| Anti lock brakes activate at low speeds and truck will not stop. ref:pe 05020 nhtsa investigation. | |||
| 05/18/2005 | 58000 | 50 | 04/15/2001 |
| Dt: 2001 gmc serria. there was a recall in canada, but there was no recall in the states on the anti lock brakes. when traveling at slow speed and applying the brakes the anti lock brakes take over, resulting in extended stopping distance. this did not happen every time, may be one out of every five stops, but it seemed to be get worse. called the manufacturer, and they said the recall was not for this truck but only for the ones produced in canada. this appeared to be something that was caused from the road salt which corroded the anti lock brake system. this started happening just a few months ago, and happened at least 50 times. *ak | |||
| 08/17/2005 | 85400 | 1 | 05/14/2004 |
| The breaks on my 2001 gmc 1500 sierra began kicking back during stops on dry clean pavement near the end of the stop. this caused me on numerous occasions to nearly hit cars in front of me at stop signs and in parking lots. i also use this vehicle for work around my property and have nearly run into trees and equipment near my vehicle. i took the vehicle to a local dealer, hawkins chevrolet oldsmobile, inc. and was told the abs speed sensor was corroded and not working properly. they replaced the abs sensors on the two front wheels on 8/17/05 under invoice ctcs85615. i was especially concerned with this problem as my other vehicle, a 2002 chevrolet suburban began to have this same problem at the same time. i had two vehicles which were unsafe to drive at the same time. i filed a complaint with nhtsa about the suburban (odi number 10132681) on 8/12/05 and also contacted gm customer service. i was denied any help with my problem and was given a file number 1-355599627 and therefore did not contact customer service about my sierra truck. i conducted some internet research and found that these model type vehicles in the years 1999 to 2002 were recalled in canada for this same problem. i also spoke to my sister's family about their 1999 gmc sierra and were told that they too have replaced these sensors, but did not file a complaint with nhtsa or gm. *nm | |||
| 08/10/2005 | 77000 | 12 | 04/20/2000 |
| First showing signs of brakes not working when i was pulling into a parking space and the brakes would not stop the vehicle properly, about a 5 day period before they were getting to the point of not able to stop without it failing. i had all brakes repaired thinking that was the issue. i didn't get into an accident but, it was very close to me rear ending someone at a stop light, had to apply emergency brake to get truck to stop completely. took to dealer and they put in two front sensors for the abs systems. they state they have had to few they have replaced. *jb | |||
| 06/15/2005 | 46000 | 2 | 09/11/2001 |
| Disc rotor delamination, anti-lock control. i was pulling a 3/4 ton van stuck in his yard, as i got him close to the hard surface ( driveway) i put on the brakes and the truck wouldn't stop, it hit the corner of his block house. no damage to the house however i had to replace all but hood and one headlight assy. 10 mph and neither bag deployed. i thought it was my own stupidity until reading all the issues on here w/ gm's braking problems. i feel a bit better about myself. the big issue !! all four rotors delaminated w/ 46,000 miles this is the 1st new truck i've owned and believe me it's been babied for sure. i was told by my service dealer there was nothing gm would do about this problem it was my problem for not driving it as much as i should (b.s.) dealer wanted to charge me a grand to replace all the rotors and pads i did it for 500.00 and still have the old parts. i'm sure gm should issue a recall on this, it is a definite safety issue did i fail to mention the muffler had a rattle in it and was replaced within the 1st 1000 miles, the thump in the steering column that has no way to be lubricated. man i am disappointed in gm products. *jb | |||
| 08/13/2005 | 51000 | 100 | 01/21/2001 |
| My 2001 gm sierra truck has a problem with the anti-lock brake system. when stopping at low speeds the anti-lock brakes activate and the truck will not stop. my problem seems to be, exactly as reported in many news sources, with the wheel speed sensors. (ref: detnews.com may 27, 2005 by jeff plungis) *jb | |||
| 07/19/2005 | 45000 | 4 | 07/03/2001 |
| As i am coming to a stop near 10 mph, the anti lock brake system begins to pulse and the brake pedal becomes spongy and it is hard to stop without pumping the brakes. this is only occurring at speeds under 10 mph without any slippery road conditions. *nm | |||
| 05/15/2003 | 20000 | 3 | 08/27/2001 |
| Dt: caller said at low speeds the abs kicked in and made it hard to stop vehicle when slowing down. caller had the problem corrected three times. had them replace the abs in the spring of 2003, 2004 and in may of 2005. dealer said the first time was a hub assembly and the other two it was the rotors. manufacturer has not been contacted yet.*ak | |||
| 01/11/2005 | 35233 | 2 | 05/28/2001 |
| Dt the braking system failed at 10 mph . had two technicans that verified what was happening with the vehicle and that was through the dealer. this happened on january 11, 2005. expected to get a recall letter but this vehicke was not included due to vin. *ak | |||
| 02/11/2005 | 65000 | 1 | 07/26/2001 |
| Anti-lock brake failure possibly related to nhtsa action number : pe05020. anti-lock brakes activate at low speed increase distance to stop without warning. possible leading to rear ending of other vehicles and the possibility of injury to occupants of other vehicles. when concerns were addressed by dealer was told to replace sensors and clean rust or pull the fuse and ignore abs lights on dash. *jb | |||
| 07/21/2005 | 65000 | 1 | 10/01/2004 |
| Dt: contact states the abs brakes come on at below 10 mph. it causes the truck not stop. it has been happening for the last month. it has gotten progressively worse. there are no lights that come on inside the truck when this occurs. he has written a complaint to the manufacturer, and they told him to take it to the dealer. he has not taken it to a dealer yet. he has researched this and knows it is an ongoing problem.*ak | |||
| 07/07/2005 | 46500 | 25 | 08/14/2001 |
| My abs system pumps the brakes as i slow to a stop. this often happens as i approach a stop sign. i press the brake pedal to stop, the truck slows, and just before it stops, the abs pump pumps once or twice. i can hear the pump and feel it in the pedal. i own a 2001 gmc sierra 1500, 4wd, extended cab. i removed the 2 front wheel sensors, as well as the vehicle speed sensor, cleaned them and replaced them. i also tested each sensor to verify that it showed the proper resistance value. none of this fixed the problem. | |||
| 05/30/2005 | 1 | 05/01/2001 | |
| Dt:the consumer staed there is a problem with braking at low speeds.. the service dealer replaced the abs sensors due to corrosion. this did remedy the problem with the abs.*ak | |||
| 06/28/2005 | 2 | 02/01/2001 | |
| The consumer had difficulty stopping at low speeds. *jb a few months later the problem recurred, but on the other side. *jb | |||
| 06/28/2005 | 70000 | 200 | 12/01/2003 |
| Low speed abs activation on 2001 gmc sierra (see investigation pe05020) | |||
| 07/01/2003 | 37000 | 1000 | 11/01/2000 |
| Dt: consumer has been having trouble with abs sensors. first incident was over a year ago. at slow braking at a speed of 5 mph or less the abs sensors activated, and this interefered with the braking itself. was unable to stop. had truck serviced in december 2003 for this problem. dealer did scan test, removed wheel speed sensor, and removed rust and debris from it as well. currently, having the same problem . called gmc and dealer stated the consumer would be responsible for this repair until there was a recall. this problem was worse when trying to park truck. there was no braking power literally. *ak | |||
| 05/07/2005 | 88000 | 3 | 01/15/2001 |
| Dt: abs brake system is not working correctly. tried to call gm, and they will not return the calls. the brake light also comes on. car vibrates when applying the brakes.*ak *sb | |||
| 01/15/2004 | 54000 | 4 | 10/15/2001 |
| Dt: abs brakes on 2001 gmc sierra. at a little bit of snow and at low speeds less that 15 mph the abs kicked in. had it looked at, and mechanic said it was fine. i did hear that nhtsa was investigating this problem. consumer was involved in one low speed accident. *ak | |||
| 05/17/2004 | 395000 | 15 | 12/15/2000 |
| Dt: the consumer had the brakes fixed and then found out about a canada recall. when preparing to stop it sounded as if the abs kicked in and when the consumer applied the brakes i t shuttered, but the vehicle would not stop. the dealer replaced at their own expense the left sensor and wheel bearing about a year ago and now they have fixed the right side. the consumer had to pay for it himself, $500.50. the manufacturer will not return his call. *jb the consumer has the old part in his possession. *nm | |||
| 05/14/2005 | 64900 | 3 | 11/25/2000 |
| While driving at a slow speed and coming to a stop my 2001 gmc sierra truck's brake pedal pulsates. i think there is something wrong with the anti-lock brake system. | |||
| 12/01/2004 | 200 | ||
| I own a 2001 gmc sierra pickup and have a concern about the recent investigation you are doing on the brakes fading at slow speeds. over the winter this vehicle started doing the same thing. less than 10 mph it acts like the antilock brakes are kicking in except the difference is it won | |||
| 05/11/2005 | 85200 | 3 | 10/01/2003 |
| Dt: at low speeds, the abs activated on dry pavement. the consumer was pulling into a parking space when brakes froze and vehicle struck another vehicle. this was the first time the pedal froze with no brakes whatsoever. the consumer feels this is very dangerous. the abs did come on a couple time afterwards and the pedal also froze again. took car to dealer but had no repairs made. *nm | |||
| 10/15/2002 | 50000 | 100 | 06/29/2002 |
| Dt: abs system is engaging at low speeds. happens on dry pavement. taken to dealer, had the erosion cleaned off, and the fix helped for about 18 months. moving downward on a hill the brakes failed completely. multiple near-misses.*ak | |||
| 05/06/2005 | 53000 | 1 | 12/24/2003 |
| Dt: when it is wet or snowing; and you start to leave and go to stop at a stop sign vehicle doesn't stop . this only happens at first start. *ak | |||
| 04/04/2005 | 1 | 10/22/2003 | |
| Contact states: at low speeds the abs locked up. the same problem happened to consumer's other gmc sierra . dealer said that the front wheel bearing/hub assembly was the problem. when the abs kicked in it resulted in extended stopping distance. no prior warning to the failure. *ak | |||
| 10/14/2004 | 46499 | 2 | 10/15/2002 |
| The antilock brakes engaged at 10 mph while driving on dry road conditions. the problem was repaired on october 14, 2004. the problem was due to internal hub failure in which both hubs were replaced. *ak the brakes never failed at high speeds. the abs light stayed on. *sc *jb | |||
| 04/01/2005 | 47000 | 1 | 04/28/2001 |
| Contact states: contact is having problem with brakes at slow speeds when he slows down the abs kicks in and experiences extends stopping distance. no prior warning. only does it like at speeds of 15 mph and under. this has almost caused two accidents. dealer admitted that one of his mechanics did fix another gmc sierra for the same problem. the abs problem caused the mechanic to hit the dock door at the dealer station because the vehicle would not stop. dealer said that they had more problems with this vehicle in snowy weather due to salt on the sensor.*ak on a daily basis abs brakes pulsate and increase consumer's breaking distance at slow speeds. consumer had several close accidents which were a result of the failed abs brakes. *sb *nm | |||
| 04/01/2005 | 32300 | 1 | 12/23/2001 |
| When the brakes were applied a noise would be present. the abs brakes would pop back and activate when they should not. *ak *sc *jb | |||
| 01/19/2004 | 60000 | 1 | 10/25/2001 |
| While braking at a stop light, my 2001 gmc sierra 2500hd, proceeded to slide into the car in front, light snow was on the ground and a little wet, speed was about 25 miles an hour less at impact, is this related to the investigation for gm trucks ? also this past year at a stop sign, when i was braking the abs kick in but the petal went to the floor, low speed but i had to put in neutral and take evasive action to prevent entering the intersection and missed stricking a car? | |||
| 09/01/2004 | 108082 | 1 | 07/06/2001 |
| Drivind down 1603 east bound approaching stop light and felt small ripples in the road and anti lock system kicked in and was unable to stop in time and hit a full size 2001 to 2004 chevy pick up in the rear bumper. no injuries and crash was between 10 and 20 mph and an estimate of damage between the 2 vehicles was 2000.00 to 2500.00. as of may 3 2005 i am having the brakes serviced and sensors checked. after reading the article on the internet about a possibility of a problem with the anti-lock system i thought it might have just been a fluke being that this happened on dry pavement and sunny conditions. | |||
| 12/18/2004 | 36000 | 1 | 03/14/2001 |
| Contact states: at very low speed anti lock brakes would kick in when consumer would brake instead of braking the vehicle would keep moving, it doesn't matter what the weather condition is. it has been repaired at contact's expense. contact called gm, they said it needed two new hubs, including the bearings (left and right). gm covered 1/2 of the cost. dealer diagnosed it without even looking at the vehicle because they had seen this before.*ak | |||
| 03/22/2005 | 45000 | 100 | 05/18/2001 |
| Low speed abs activation, the abs braking system engages at low speed and the truck will not stop when it is suppose to. this has happened on several occosians and has resulted in several close calls for accidents. the problem is that the brakes will not stop the truck like they should because abs engages. there is absolutly no reason for the abs to be engaging. have seen multiple reports of this same issue on gm trucks.*ak | |||
| 01/03/2005 | 54100 | 99 | 09/05/2001 |
| When coming to a stop the abs activates below 10 mph. i have to physically stand on the brake pedal to stop my vehicle from hitting the vehicle in front of me! *jb | |||
| 02/14/2005 | 6152 | 13 | 11/28/2001 |
| While applying the brakes the pedal went to the floor and the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. driver took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the problem could not be duplicated. *ak consumer told service writer that the brake pedal goes almost to the floor while in park with the engine running. the technician duplicated the problem and informed the consumer that this was normal for abs brakes. *bf *nm | |||
| 01/08/2005 | 67000 | 3 | 12/12/2000 |
| While parking on an icy pavement, the abs failed and caused the vehicle to hit and roll over the concrete parking divider. vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer cleaned the corrosion off both front wheel sensors. the consumer stated that his brakes failed 3 times under 5mph. the consumer stated that the vehicle also has engine trouble and has had trouble since purchase. *tc | |||
| 03/01/2004 | 35000 | 2 | 03/01/2004 |
| At 35,000 miles having expensive problems with the abs. before coming to a complete stop, brake pedal would pulsate as if abs was engaging. *bf the consumer had the problem repaired and it happend again only on the right front wheel. the brakes grind when almost at a complete stop. *tc | |||
| 07/24/2003 | 59280 | 2 | 01/18/2001 |
| The consumer experienced an intermittent problem with extended stopping distances when braking at any speed. the vehicle was taken to a repair shop. the mechanic cleaned the abs sensors and both front hubs. *jb the abs system failed completly when the consumer backed the vehicle up. *tc | |||
| 06/15/2004 | 36965 | 4 | 01/16/2002 |
| 1. have had several failures of abs system in my 2001 gmc sierra 4x4. there were no exact events leading up to this problem. 2. failures have not resulted in any major accidents, but have come close to causing accidents either solo or with other vehicles because the vehicle did not want to stop. i have fishtailed because of this, almost hit a pole, almost hit other vehicles, etc. the abs should engage and stop me, but when i brake hard for any reason, the brake peddal goes to the floor and i don't stop like i should. this is at highway speeds as well as residential (<25 mph) speeds! at no time did i have any pre-warning of an impending failure. my truck is equiped with the service/warning computer on the dash, and at no time did it ever state there was a problem or pending problem with my abs system. the damn thing tells me when it's time for an oil change, but when it comes to something as important as my brakes it does nothing. 3. while under warranty, i had the same code show up on my vehicle and had the same parts replaced and the same diagnosis of a short in the abs system. this is not the only electrical short i have had in the system (4x4 light and other warnings have come up for no reason before, but never anything with the abs), but it is the one that i am most concerned about. now that i am out of warranty, and gmc didn't want to do anything about this problem (ie let me exchange the truck while it was still newer, or extend my warranty, etc.), i am complaining strongly because the failure is back. i have had problems with this truck from day one of having it, starting with a radiator leak, transmission u-joint was worn on delivery and had to be replaced, on to the dealer swapping my wheels and tires for ones off a different truck, electrical shorts that cause other warnings to come on that aren't real problems, the window guide is broken...but never once did the abs warning come on! i feel this truck is a lemon and should be replaced!*ak | |||
| 03/10/2004 | 50000 | 1 | 02/20/2001 |
| Abs engaged while pulling into a parking space on a dry pavement. when this occurred, the consumer pressed both feet on the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to stop. the vehicle stopped when it rear ended a parked vehicle, and moved it 3 feet forward. dealership indicated this was due to a faulty abs sensor.*ak *jb | |||
| 01/21/2004 | 15000 | 1 | |
| While driving at any speed and applying the brakes. pedal went all the way down, resulting in extended stopping distance. this vehicle was unsafe to drive. however, dealer stated there was nothing wrong with the vehicle.*ak | |||
| 08/02/2002 | 4 | ||
| Brakes will go out while driving, and the pedal will go to the floor before the vehicle even starts to slow down. contacted the dealer, and the dealer is not willing to do anything. *ak the consumer states that the ride control will not go on; there is an internal short-replaced the ride control, the consumer states that the abs light stays on-faulty speed sensors, and right front seat belt is not retracting. *scc | |||
| 08/03/2002 | 1 | 02/01/2001 | |
| Shaft on power steering snapped, mechanic says happens a lot with full gm size trucks. *ak | |||
| When coming to a stop at low speed and when depressing brake pedal it would travel to floorboard intermittently. dealer has been contacted. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 09/28/2001 | |||
| While applying brakes at 35 mph brake pedal went to the floor, vehicle slowed down, but continue on until it hit another vehicle. dealer / manufacturer were notified. feel free to provide any further information on this matter.*ak | |||
| 06/05/2001 | |||
| Consumer was driving 50-55 mph applied brakes and pedal felt spongy and went almost to floor. no braking action, brakes locked up, and vehicle skidded to right. no accident. vehicle not taken to dealer yet. pedal has felt this way since purchase.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||
| 07/12/2006 | 53900 | 30 | 02/27/2001 |
| Dt*: the contact stated that when the vehicle travels below 10 mph the vehicle goes into abs mode and the brakes don't work. the vehicle was taken to the dealers twice for the same replacement pertaining to the abs sensing unit and the front hub recall. the vehicle is currently presenting the same problems. updated 7/25/2006 - *nm | |||
| 01/14/2006 | 36601 | 1 | 06/30/2001 |
| Intermittent brake failure with abs & red brake warning light coming on at the time of failure resulting in intermittently no brakes. dealer diagnosed part bpmv (hydraulic main brake control valve gm part#88964302 valve) failure caused by corroded wires. they were unable to repair wires only able to replace entire valve. old part is available for your inspection. *jb | |||
| 10/20/2005 | 50500 | 10 | 10/01/2001 |
| Anti-lock braking system is activating at low speeds under normal braking conditions. *nm | |||
| 06/01/2005 | 100 | 05/02/2001 | |
| I am complaining and asking for further investigation into abs brake activations on my 2001 gmc 1500 sierra. i read an article that many failures were occurring and that this was being investigated. gm has recalled vehicles in canada along the rust belt i heard. i live in michigan and go through similar weather issues as canada and feel that the brake problems are also the same as the canadian issues. my abs brakes will activate almost daily and my vehicle is just outside of the warranty. i would encourage further investigation into this issue as clearly the same thing that has occurred in canada is also occurring here as well. with the added stopping distance as a result of the abs/brake failures, i do not want to see a senseless accident occur which could cause damage, injury or god forbid any deaths. please feel free to contact me at home if you need further. thank you for your time. marco a. hernandez olivet, mi (269) 749-9295 | |||
| 01/01/2003 | 37000 | 40 | 10/06/2000 |
| Antilock brake system- very difficult to stop truck at low speeds. no accidents, but near accidents, and no injuries. right front wheel speed sensors were replaced on 10/29/2003 and the left front wheel speed sensors were replaced on 10/08/2004. both were replaced after the 36,000 mile warranty expired. repeated failures of the truck bracking system to stop in sufficient time before panic set in! | |||
| 04/20/2005 | 28660 | 1 | 06/15/2001 |
| While applying the brakes coming to a stop light the brake pedal went to the floor and got hard. consumer had to pumps the brakes to get the vehicle to stop. vehicle was taken to the dealer, and dealer informed consumer that both front wheel abs sensors needed to be replaced. *ak | |||
| 09/08/2004 | 77000 | 2 | 06/06/2004 |
| Brakes fail to stop my 2001 gmc pu while turn into a parking spot it caused me to crash into a parked truck . the brake peadel was hard as a rock. know i'm having to repair this person truck. thank god their was no people in front of me !!!trying to ask dealern for recalls an tech bulletins no luck so far abs sysy in not right know act to soon. please help for some one get killed. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 04/18/2002 | 1 | ||
| If brakes are hit hard power steering will go out, and consumer is unable to turn wheel. cause unknown. dealer notified.*ak *yh | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE | |||
| 02/09/2005 | 3 | ||
| I took my truck in for the state inspection... kept failing due to brakes after changing the brakes it failed on the e-brake, that we have never used, when checked the was no e-brake pad on one side and you can see where it has worn, the cable does not even tighten like it is supposed to... for something we do not even use i do not understand how it can be this bad. i still have the e-brake we changed on my 2001 gmc sierra. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 07/12/2005 | 48000 | 4 | |
| Vehicle is parked for extended period of time (2+ weeks) and the machined surface on the rear rotors rusts and peals off leaving a rough surface wearing out pads prematurely and necessitating the replacement of the rotors | |||
| 09/04/2003 | 61000 | 1 | 12/16/2000 |
| Brake problem w/2001 gmc sierra. four wheel disc brakes. rotors were complelely rusted at 60k miles. severe loss of brake power although pads were not ignificantly worn. this caused replacement of 4 rotors. gm mechanic said this is common problem.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 09/01/2002 | 1 | 07/03/2001 | |
| Dt: contact owns a 2001 gmc sierra and there have been a problem with the brakes after the first 5,000 miles o. tthe brake hit perfectly on the outboard part of the brake, but the in board part of the brake of each brake is only hitting about 15 percent. upon inspection the brake pad wore out very little. by appearance, it a inside caliper was not milled square to the other side of the caliper, causing the brake pad not hit squarely on the rotor. the service dealer tested the vehicle and stated there was no recall on t and that the rotor was warped. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 01/11/2006 | 49274 | 12 | 05/01/2001 |
| Many problems: 4 wheel drive sensor, front end suspension, parking brake, service brakes, anti-lock brakes, speed sensors, radio, center console, engine noise rapping when starting, tailgate cables, anti-theft sensor, and now the battery voltage gauge needle excess dropping when stopping, engine idling to low when stopping. dealer says problem is normal. let's test drive a new truck and show me it is normal. this truck is a lemon in my eyes!*jb | |||
| 10/29/2004 | 39808 | 2 | 06/17/2001 |
| Dt: the contact stated the emergency brake did not work properly. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer, and they adjusted the cable. this adjustment did not take care of the problem. the dealer stated they were aware of the problem, however, they could not do anything about it because there was no recall at this time. he stated there was a problem with the rear rotors. the rotor/drum assembly rusted. the rusting was causing a decrease in the braking power. the rotors were so rusted they could not be turned. *ak updated 11/30/2005 - *nm | |||
| 05/15/2003 | 20000 | 3 | 08/27/2001 |
| Dt: caller said at low speeds the abs kicked in and made it hard to stop vehicle when slowing down. caller had the problem corrected three times. had them replace the abs in the spring of 2003, 2004 and in may of 2005. dealer said the first time was a hub assembly and the other two it was the rotors. manufacturer has not been contacted yet.*ak | |||
| 02/19/2005 | 30000 | 1 | |
| I had a deer jump in front of me and i hit the brakes hard and my truck barely slowed down. i avoided the animal.i then tore apart all brakes and found the rear extremaly rusted. i replaced all pads, had rotors re-surfaced.rear rotors were barely salvigable after sandblasting.truck has 30,000 miles. this is not acceptable. | |||
| 09/22/2004 | 23000 | 09/22/2001 | |
| Gmc 2001 sierra. brakes started to pulsate when stopping. only 23,000 miles on odometer. the front rotors were too rusted and pitted to resurface. the dealer replaced them, but said it was my fault they rusted because i did not drive the vehicle enough. they would not cover the pads under warranty. | |||
| 07/27/2004 | 48028 | 1 | 07/13/2001 |
| Premature failure of rear brake system. at 48005 miles the entire rear brake system comprised of rotors and pads needed replacement due to deterioration. the brakes were in such a state that the vehicle would not pass inspection. the front brakes only had normal wear. 50% of the vehicles miles are on the nys thruway.*ak | |||
| 07/08/2004 | 57000 | 1 | |
| The rotors were completely rusted, preventing the brakes from working effectively. consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, and because it was not under warranty, dealer want to charge the consumer for repairs. vehicle had 57,000 miles. consumer bought an extended warranty, and the dealer claimed that the warranty didn't cover the rotors. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM | |||
| 08/20/2001 | 08/01/2001 | ||
| Steering wheel jerks in hand when depressing brakes while making a right hand turn. this can be duplicated with the vehicle idling in neutral or park. dealership attempted to fix problem on 01/25/02 by replacing the power steering pump and brake booster. when i attempted to pick up my truck on the 25th, i was notified by marcus that they had not found the problem and that they considered the problem a safety issue, i wasn't allowed to have the vehicle but was given a loaner to drive. my vehicle was returned on the 29th and i was told that since the dealership could duplicate the problem on another new vehicle on the lot, gm had determined it was not a problem but a characteristic of this vehicle with the power assist. i contact gm customer assistance to make them aware of my concern with the safety of this vehicle but to no avail. i asked them to document my concerns. it is apparent that the dealership was initially concerned that there was a safety issue with this vehicle or they would have returned it on the 25th. i am concerned with gm's response that this is a characteristic of the vehicle just because some others exhibit the same problem. i was just recently made aware of your website and would greatly appreciate your assistance with this matter. thank you! scott | |||