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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V045000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 05/01/2003 to 07/31/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 68875 | 06/18/2004 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/04/2004 | 02/06/2004 | 571 | 135 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Certain sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and passenger vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, ?passenger car brake systems.? some of these vehicles were produced with an out-of-specification brake hydro-boost housing relief valve bore. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Consequently, the valve o-ring seal may fracture. steering efforts may be slightly increased while braking or parking. under certain driving conditions, a fractured seal may require a slight increase in the applied brake pedal effort to achieve the same vehicle deceleration rate as prior to the seat fracture. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers are to replace the hydro-boost relief valve. the recall began on june 18, 2004. owners should contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339; chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; gmc at 1-866-996-9463; or hummer at 1-866-486-6376. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Gm recall no. 04004.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | |||||
| 3568 | 3568B | 10021133 | Service brake booster message. *kb | 03/13/2007 | |
| 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 |
| 040525005A | 10/01/2004 | 040525005 | 10012587 | Antilock brake system light on service brake system message on driver information center. *eh updated *eh | 03/08/2005 |
| 01699 | 01/01/2004 | 10006393 | Anti-lock braking system (abs) light on and the abs pump motor continues to run. sit bulletin 1450952. *tt | 04/30/2004 | |
| 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 |
| 020523004 | 10/01/2002 | 10000572 | Some vehicles may exhibit a reduced brake power message on the driver's information center (dic). *tt | 03/25/2003 | |
| 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 - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||||
| 3491 | 10014878 | Anti-lock braking system (abs) telltale illuminated with diagnostic trouble code c0550. *tt | 05/11/2005 | ||
| 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 |
| 01640 | 01/01/2004 | 01640A | 10007171 | Electronic brake control module part restriction.*mr *mj | 06/03/2004 |
| 01322A | 01/01/2004 | 01322B | 10004125 | Electronic brake control module part restriction. service vme. *tt *mj | 11/19/2003 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | |||||
| 10212002 | 10/21/2002 | 10009491 | Buzz noise felt in the accelerator pedal on the first acceleration after starting the vehicle. *tt | 10/01/2004 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | |||||
| 01501 | 01/01/2004 | 10005483 | Supplement brake assist noisy and may run continuously. sit bulletin 1402858. *tt | 03/01/2004 | |
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 - 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 | |||
| 03/07/2013 | 120000 | ||
| As i applied the brakes, the brake pedal went to the floor and my vehicle did not stop. thankfully there were no cars coming as i went through the stop sign. my brake indicator lights came on on the dash. i was able to lemp the truck back the 1.5 miles to my house. now i am learning that this has been a common problem with the gmc's. i have taken it to a shop and they have informed me that all the lines are rusted and brittle! | |||
| 11/11/2012 | 48755 | ||
| Entered parked truck in personal driveway. applied brakes prior to stating and petal went to the floor with no warning. opened hood and noticed big puddle of brake fluid in driveway. added more brake fluid only to see it leak right back out on the ground.contacted repair station, had truck towed. i was notified by the repair station that there was severe brack line rust and they could only complete a partial repair at a local area of the broken brakeline due to the major cost involved! | |||
| 10/20/2012 | 115000 | 1 | |
| Was coming up on a single lane bridge . when i started to brake my foot went to the floor. lucky for me i did not have any oncoming traffic, and drove over the bridge safely. i then noticed check brake system sign on dash board. pulled over and there was brake fluid dripping from the drivers side around gas tank area. the line was corroded and burst. *tr | |||
| 10/20/2012 | 115000 | ||
| Was comming up on a single lane bridge . when i started to brake my foot went to the floor. lucky for me i did not have any oncoming traffic, and drove over the bridge safely. i then noticed check brake system sign on dash board. pulled over and there was brake fluid dripping from the drivers side around gas tank area. the line was corroded and burst. | |||
| 08/01/2012 | 44000 | 1 | |
| Brake line rusted through, 1 month later a second brake line rusted through. massive rust on frame and bumpers as well. *tr | |||
| 08/01/2012 | 44000 | ||
| Brake line rusted through, 1 month later a second brake line rusted through. massive rust on frame and bumpers as well. | |||
| 10/26/2009 | 65194 | 1 | |
| Going down the road pulling a trailer, went to brake and the brakes went to the floor. ended up having to use the trailer brakes to stop. *tr | |||
| 10/26/2009 | 65194 | ||
| Going down the road pulling a trailer, went to brake and the brakes went to the floor. ended up having to use the trailer brakes to stop. | |||
| 01/07/2011 | 80000 | 2 | |
| First incident was a brake line bursting in my driveway. i had it repaired at my local garage. at that time he told me that all of the brake lines were in bad shape. second incident, while i was driving up the road at approx 55 mph with my 19' boat in tow i realized i had no steering or brakes. i was able to coast to a stop and pull the vehicle off the road to a safe location. the failure was attributed to a rotted line to the power steering cooler. lastly, i am not able to get a safety inspection sticker because my brake lines in such bad condition. estimated cost to repair $800-$1500 dollars. i will add that the truck looks like new, spends most of it's time in the garage and is used primarily to go to the local dump, plow my driveway only and occasionally tow my boat to the lake! mileage reflects this.dates may not be totally accurate but the best of my recollection. *tr | |||
| 01/07/2011 | 80000 | ||
| First incident was a brake line bursting in my driveway. i had it reapired at my local garage. at that time he told me that all of the brake lines were in bad shape. second incident, while i was driving up the road at approx 55 mph with my 19' boat in tow i realized i had no steering or brakes. i was able to coast to a stop and pull the vehicle off the road to a safe location. the failure was attributed to a rotted line to the power steering cooler. lastly, i am not able to get a safety inspection sticker because my brake lines in such bad condition. estimated cost to repair $800-$1500 dollars. i will add that the truck looks like new, spends most of it's time in the garage and is used primaarily to go to the local dump, plow my driveway only and occasionally tow my boat to the lake! mileage reflects this.dates may not be totally accurate but the best of my recollection. | |||
| 08/07/2012 | 92500 | 1 | |
| Due to corrosion the brakes line burst causing a complete braking failure - no warning lamps illuminated!!! the lines corroded completely in the holders which attach to the vehicles frame. under moderate stopping pressure the lines burst! all metal lines need to be replaced from the front of the vehicle to the rear. truck has never been exposed to extreme weather or salt while in my ownership. this is completely and utterly unacceptable. *tr | |||
| 08/07/2012 | 92500 | ||
| Due to corrosion the brakes line burst causing a complete braking failure - no warning lamps illuminated!!! the lines corroided completely in the holders which attach to the vehciles frame. under moderate stopping pressure the lines burst! all metal lines need to be replaced from the front of the vehicle to the rear. truck has never been exposed to extreme weather or salt while in my ownership. this is completely and utterly unacceptable. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC | |||
| 1 | |||
| Problems with gmc truck being compatible with rv trailers.*mr trailer brakes may lock up randomly for no apparent reason, or trailer brakes may not work at all even though their trailing load is wired to as prescribed on the 7-pin trailer connector dust cap. *ph. the electric trailer brakes may not work if the headlamps or park lamp are turned off. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 04/30/2012 | 95800 | ||
| Noticed a large piddle under my truck in the driveway. discovered it was brake fluid that was leaking from rusted brake lines. i was two weeks from driving from florida to mid-michigan..through the mountains..pulling a trailer. cost $340 to get it repaired not replaced | |||
| 02/27/2012 | 23068 | ||
| 2003 gmc sierra pick-up 4wd extended cab. brake line failure due to corrosion. date of failure 2/27/12 mileage 23068 cost of repair $1283.82 my neighbor has a 2004 gmc and also need to replace his brake lines. | |||
| 11/17/2011 | 31000 | ||
| The rear brake pads squealed & were grinding & the truck had very poor stopping power. the truck was taken to my mechanic & he was doing the brake job; he replaced all four rotors because they were rusted beyond repair. the pads were replaced as well. while he was doing the brakes he observed the brake lines were rusted to a point that it alarmed him & he said they should be changed. he also commented that the brakes had worn very uneven. the front pads were barely worn & were only making contact at a small area of the rotor (about 1/2 of the full face on the rotor). the back pads & rotors were completely worn down & the rotors were ruined. some of the areas under the truck look as new & other places; mainly the a-frames, brake lines, some frame members, etc. look like they are 15 years or more older. the brakes were put back together & now they are so tight & won't release the rotors, causing the rotors to over heat. i am now having him replace the back two calipers with replacement calipers that use phenolic pistons rather than steel & are not gm parts. | |||
| 12/09/2011 | 108000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra 1500. the contact stated that the front and rear brakes failed and would not respond when depressed. the contact examined the vehicle and discovered that the brake lines were corroded and leaking brake fluid. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was not available. the failure and the current mileage was 108,000. | |||
| 12/09/2011 | 108000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra 1500. the contact stated that the front and rear brakes failed and would not respond when depressed. the contact examined the vehicle and discovered that the brake lines were corroded and leaking brake fluid. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was not available. the failure and the current mileage was 108,000. kmj | |||
| 12/09/2011 | 108000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra 1500. the contact stated the front and rear brake failed, while the brake was depressed the brake did not respond. the contact examined the vehicle and found the brake lines corroded and leaking brake fluid. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin information was not available. the failure and the current mileage was 108,000. li | |||
| 11/26/2011 | 37597 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra. the contact was exiting a driveway at 5 mph when the brakes were applied and the vehicle exhibited an abnormal popping. the contact then reversed into the driveway and upon inspecting the vehicle, discovered that fuel was leaking from the vehicle into a large puddle. he then noticed that the four brake lines running alongside the frame were rusted, causing the leak. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic who inspected the failure and advised that the parts needed for repair would arrive in one week. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 37,597. kmj | |||
| 11/26/2011 | 37597 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra. the contact stated while driving 5 mph from the driveway he depress the brake and heard a pop noise. after reversing back in the driveway he looked under the vehicle he saw a puddle of fuel on the ground. upon further inspection he noticed the four brake line running alongside the frame was rusted causing the breakage. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic shop who inspected the failure and stated the parts will take a week before he can repair the failure. the dealer was not notified. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 37,597. mw | |||
| 11/26/2011 | 54795 | ||
| My 16 y.o. son was driving home from work, when he lost his brakes. fortunately he is a cautious driver and was able to avoid striking the vehicles in front of him in traffic. all of the brake lines are rusted. | |||
| 11/01/2011 | 85000 | ||
| Metal brake lines ruptured due to corrosion. it is evident when other metal under body components are compared to the brake lines that the corrosion is exessive. it is readily apparent that inferior alloys were used on this vehicles brake components. the brakes failed while the vehicle was being brougth to a stop. these substandard components clearly represent a saftey hazard. i am thed vehicles original owner and it has been operated in the new engand area and maintained extremley well. | |||
| 10/29/2011 | 261000 | ||
| Total brake failure while driving vehicle. had to use emergency parking brake to stop. all brake lines are heavily corroded and covered in rust. brake line that failed went to right front brake. pin hole in brake line could be seen when pumping brakes. fortunately brakes failed at slow speed and was able to stop. i have never seen such a build up of rust on brake lines. | |||
| 11/01/2011 | 85000 | ||
| Metal brake lines ruptured due to corrosion. it is evident when other metal under body components are compared to the brake lines that the corrosion is exessive. it is readily apparent that inferior alloys were used on this vehicles brake components. the brakes failed while the vehicle was being brougth to a stop. these substandard components clearly represent a saftey hazard. i am thed vehicles original owner and it has been operated in the new engand area and maintained extremley well. | |||
| 10/29/2011 | 261000 | ||
| Total brake failure while driving vehicle. had to use emergency parking brake to stop. all brake lines are heavily corroded and covered in rust. brake line that failed went to right front brake. pin hole in brake line could be seen when pumping brakes. fortunately brakes failed at slow speed and was able to stop. i have never seen such a build up of rust on brake lines. | |||
| 11/01/2011 | 85000 | ||
| Metal brake lines ruptured due to corrosion. it is evident when other metal under body components are compared to the brake lines that the corrosion is exessive. it is readily apparent that inferior alloys were used on this vehicles brake components. the brakes failed while the vehicle was being brougth to a stop. these substandard components clearly represent a saftey hazard. i am thed vehicles original owner and it has been operated in the new engand area and maintained extremley well. | |||
| 10/29/2011 | 261000 | ||
| Total brake failure while driving vehicle. had to use emergency parking brake to stop. all brake lines are heavily corroded and covered in rust. brake line that failed went to right front brake. pin hole in brake line could be seen when pumping brakes. fortunately brakes failed at slow speed and was able to stop. i have never seen such a build up of rust on brake lines. | |||
| 11/01/2011 | 85000 | ||
| Metal brake lines ruptured due to corrosion. it is evident when other metal under body components are compared to the brake lines that the corrosion is exessive. it is readily apparent that inferior alloys were used on this vehicles brake components. the brakes failed while the vehicle was being brougth to a stop. these substandard components clearly represent a saftey hazard. i am thed vehicles original owner and it has been operated in the new engand area and maintained extremley well. | |||
| 10/29/2011 | 261000 | ||
| Total brake failure while driving vehicle. had to use emergency parking brake to stop. all brake lines are heavily corroded and covered in rust. brake line that failed went to right front brake. pin hole in brake line could be seen when pumping brakes. fortunately brakes failed at slow speed and was able to stop. i have never seen such a build up of rust on brake lines. | |||
| 11/01/2011 | 85000 | ||
| Metal brake lines ruptured due to corrosion. it is evident when other metal under body components are compared to the brake lines that the corrosion is exessive. it is readily apparent that inferior alloys were used on this vehicles brake components. the brakes failed while the vehicle was being brougth to a stop. these substandard components clearly represent a saftey hazard. i am thed vehicles original owner and it has been operated in the new engand area and maintained extremley well. | |||
| 10/29/2011 | 261000 | ||
| Total brake failure while driving vehicle. had to use emergency parking brake to stop. all brake lines are heavily corroded and covered in rust. brake line that failed went to right front brake. pin hole in brake line could be seen when pumping brakes. fortunately brakes failed at slow speed and was able to stop. i have never seen such a build up of rust on brake lines. | |||
| 10/29/2011 | 115000 | ||
| The brake line ruptured causing complete brake system failure. luckily i was in my driveway and only travelling very slow. i can see brake fluid puddling under the driver side door area | |||
| 10/01/2011 | 76667 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra. while applying the brakes, the brake pedal was depressed straight into the floorboard. the contact stated that the defect was a result of rusted brake lines. the dealer and manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 76,667. | |||
| 10/01/2011 | 76667 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra. while applying the brakes, the brake pedal was depressed straight into the floorboard. the contact stated that the defect was a result of rusted brake lines. the dealer and manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 76,667. kmj | |||
| 10/01/2011 | 76667 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra. while applying the brakes, the contact stated that the brake pedal went straight to the floor. the contact said that this defect was a result of rusted brake lines. the dealer and manufacturer denied any assistance with repair to the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 76,667. nw | |||
| 06/07/2011 | 57000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra. the contact was driving 10 mph when the brakes were applied but did not respond. the contact continued to repetitiously pump the brakes until the vehicle coasted to a stop. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where corrosion was discovered on the brake lines. the dealer made repairs to the brake line and advised that the contact could have been involved in a severe crash if he were to have been driving at highway speeds. the failure mileage was 57,000. the vin was not available. | |||
| 06/07/2011 | 57000 | ||
| Tl. the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra. the contact stated while driving 10 mph the contact went to apply the brakes and the brakes failed. the contact to pump to the brake continuously to coast the vehicle to a stop. the contact towed the vehicle a dealer. the dealer notice corrosion on the brake lines and replaced all of the brakes. the dealer stated if the vehicle was driving at highway speeds the faulty brake could have cause a major crash. the failure mileage was 57,000. jo | |||
| 10/20/2010 | 98000 | ||
| I purchased a 2003 gmc sierra (used) -checked it out after a mechanic told me about brake line problems. my truck has extremely bad rust on the portions of line i can see (looks like clamshells opening). i have done some research and have found you have an open investigation on this problem. i own 1966 and 1980 vehicles with original tubing in better condition.my question to you is simple. a recall was issued for aftermarket fuel filters that may leak and catch on fire if you park over an ignition source but no recall on a major issue concerning brakes. i am pretty sure more people use their brakes more often than people change fuel filters. p.s. my neighbor has a 2005 dodge that had a line rupture-lucky for him he was in his driveway! | |||
| 02/27/2006 | 4000 | 1 | |
| Dt*: the contact stated while depressing the brake pedal at 30mph or less, the vehicle sometimes requires an extended stopping distance and the brake pedal goes to the floor. as a result, the stopping distance was increased to avoid possible collisions. the vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for inspection. the dealer determined the vehicle was operating normally and no repairs were made. | |||
| 12/15/2004 | 19010 | 1 | 11/08/2002 |
| My 2003 gmc sierra 1500 has a clunking sound, coming from the steering column, when i turn the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. also, my front brakes have a rubbing sound and the peddle gets spongy when i activate the brakes at a low speed. *nm | |||
| 06/06/2003 | 17749 | 1 | 05/20/2003 |
| Must apply great amount of pedal effort to stop, pedal feels like sponge, auto dealer says there`s no problem, also dealer says recall #04004 dosn`t apply to my truck. *jb | |||
| 7 | |||
| On 7 separate occasions the abs warning light illuminated and remained on. the service brake system message also illuminated on the dash. the brakes rotors failed. the dealership indicated that this was due to the asbestos brake pads being used. please provide any additional information. *nm | |||
| 04/24/2003 | 0 | 09/22/2002 | |
| I got a new 2003 gmc sierra 1500 the front bumper start to show rust in under 4000 miles then i got oil change the mechanic call me and told me that my brake are solid rust both front ones the frame is rusting all over the place at 10000 the steering column knuckle near the steering box is solid rust and he says it is very dangerous to have that rusted so bad i have sent 4 emails to gmc about it and go to marina gmc in san leandro where i got it from they told me that all of them are rusting and they not going to do any thing about it. *nlm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 09/09/2009 | 63329 | 1 | |
| When traveling at a slow speed, less than 10 miles per hour, if brake is applied the pedal rumbles and the truck continues to move unless i pump the brakes. this is happening during clear days no rain, snow or loose gravel. this incident is very similar to the one described in campaign number: 05v379000. *tr | |||
| 05/04/2007 | 49000 | 999 | 04/30/2003 |
| Abs brake system activates during low speed stopping on dry pavement. *tr | |||
| 01/04/2007 | 15869 | 0 | 02/06/2003 |
| Tl*- the contact stated that every time the vehicle comes to a stop while driving at low speeds 10 mph)the driver feels and hears a pulsation from the brakes. the contact called a dealer , and they told him that the recall 05v379000 was only on the 99-02 sierra pickup trucks. the contact said that this vehicle had the same problem , and that it can result in a crash. *ak | |||
| 11/01/2006 | 34000 | 1000 | |
| Tl* - the contact stated that while slowing down the brakes will not work properly and the anti-lock brakes engage. there are no warning signs or indicator lights when the failure occurs. this happens when the contact is traveling 3-5 mph. the contact stated this happens every time he attempts to stop the vehicle. the contact took the vehicle to dealer for service and mentioned the brake problem , and was told the solution was to pull the fuse on the anti-lock brakes to disengage the abs. *ak | |||
| 02/27/2006 | 4000 | 1 | |
| Dt*: the contact stated while depressing the brake pedal at 30mph or less, the vehicle sometimes requires an extended stopping distance and the brake pedal goes to the floor. as a result, the stopping distance was increased to avoid possible collisions. the vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for inspection. the dealer determined the vehicle was operating normally and no repairs were made. | |||
| 01/22/2004 | 610 | 1 | 01/22/2004 |
| 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. vehicle has been repaired, but it still had the same problems. *ak | |||
| 11/01/2005 | 36700 | 8 | 11/01/2003 |
| While riding with a friend in his 2001 silverado pickup, i noticed what seemed to be a grinding sound from the brakes just before the truck came to a stop. about a week ago, around nov. 1st. my 2003 gmc sierra pickup started making the same grinding sound, (anti-lock activation). this happens on clear, dry pavement with no reason for the anti-lock system to activate. this problem does not occur every time i stop and i have not been able to make this happen during intentional hard stops. i notice that my stopping distance is extended when this happens. it is my understanding that gm has had a recall in canada for this issue but has not had enough complaints in the us to initiate a recall. my truck has 37,000 miles on it at this time. *jb | |||
| 09/09/2005 | 1 | ||
| Failure of brake system to operate, this flaw exists in millions of general motors trucks and suv's i am willing to give details to nhtsa engineers but would like to keep my name private from gmc to protect those family members employed by gmc. *jb | |||
| 08/25/2005 | 9000 | 4 | 11/01/2003 |
| Dt: the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra 2500 hd/diesel. the contact complained about a steering problem.. the steering vibrated when making lower speed turns. this happened when moving or sitting still. it has been fixed approximately 4 times, and it recurred after about 3,000 miles. at 10,000 miles when applying the brakes the steering locked. also, when applying the brakes the contact lost the brake pedal, it got soft and spongy. they did not pulsate. also, this affected the steering, the vibration in the steering, and the brakes, which were separate issues. the dealer could not duplicate the problem. he said there was a service bulletin concerning this issue, but the contact's vehicle vin was not included. *ak | |||
| 21000 | 4 | 11/01/1200 | |
| When the abs brakes were pressed hard the steering locked and made it difficult to control the steering wheel. the consumer contacted the manufacturer, and informed consumer that it was the characteristic of vehicle. the dealership mechanic will not repair vehicle based on information from manufacturer. *ak the anti-lock brakes experienced extended stopping distance and caused the vehicle minor damage as the consumer attempted to avoid an accident. the dealer suggested that there was no problem. the edges of the seat were worn. *sc | |||
| 06/30/2003 | 3066 | 1 | 12/10/2002 |
| Brake failure at low speed stop, brake pedal became soft, went to floor, loud noise in front end, vehicle pulled to the right. did not stop until pedal was pumped again. works normaly now.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||
| 09/24/2004 | 9 | 01/30/2003 | |
| Brake pedal at times will go all the way to the floor, other times it seems like you have too keep pushing way harder than normal to stop almost like something's pushing you. have been to dealer nine times they replaced the master cylinder twice, now they say the problem is caused by the electronic brake control module and there isn't anything they can do about it. *nm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||
| 11/17/2008 | 87974 | 1 | 10/09/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra. while driving less than 10 mph in a busy parking lot, the contact depressed the brake pedal before completing a left turn and felt the brakes shaking. the brake pedal extended to the floor. he was able to maneuver the vehicle to safety and continued to apply the brakes. he allowed the vehicle to coast until it came to a complete stop. the dealer stated that the failure occurred due to corrosion of the brake lines. the manufacturer would not assist with the repairs due to the corrosion. the failure and current mileages were 87,974. updated 12/17/08. *lj the rear main seal was leaking oil. the wheel speed sensor was replaced, due to the abs light illuminating. updated 12/18/08. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FLUID | |||
| 03/03/2005 | 1 | ||
| 2003 sierra pickup truck, lost steering and brakes. *bf the power steering and hydraulic fluid was replaced. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 03/21/2006 | 45878 | 1 | 06/01/2003 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure there was a grinding noise. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. they replaced the rear driver and passenger side brake pads, which remedied the problem. | |||
| 10/30/2004 | 50492 | 1 | 06/01/2003 |
| The brake pads fell off. as a result the rotors were ruined and needed to be replaced. *ak *nm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 01/07/2006 | 21000 | 1 | 12/09/2002 |
| Needed all 4 brakes rotors and entire system replaced after 20000 miles. *nm | |||
| 08/17/2005 | 2 | 01/29/2003 | |
| Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components: disc:rotor while driving at any speed, and applying the brakes, there was extended stopping distance. the rotors were rusted through and wore out prematurely at approximately 8,000 miles. a manufacturer's defect was indicated. *nm | |||
| 07/23/2004 | 7700 | 1 | 06/26/2003 |
| While driving at any speed, and applying the brakes there was extended stopping distance. the rotors were rusted and wore out prematurely at 7,700 miles. the floor manager ay the dealership indicated to the consumer this was a manufacturer's defect. the manufacturer was contacted and to this date had not responded. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 11/17/2008 | 87974 | 1 | 10/09/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra. while driving less than 10 mph in a busy parking lot, the contact depressed the brake pedal before completing a left turn and felt the brakes shaking. the brake pedal extended to the floor. he was able to maneuver the vehicle to safety and continued to apply the brakes. he allowed the vehicle to coast until it came to a complete stop. the dealer stated that the failure occurred due to corrosion of the brake lines. the manufacturer would not assist with the repairs due to the corrosion. the failure and current mileages were 87,974. updated 12/17/08. *lj the rear main seal was leaking oil. the wheel speed sensor was replaced, due to the abs light illuminating. updated 12/18/08. *jb | |||