Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 020525006A | 12/01/2002 | 020525006 | 10000749 | Antilock brake (abs) activation at low speeds on various models including the 1995 and 1996 envoy. *tt | 03/28/2003 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 020525006 | 01/01/2006 | 020525006B | 10000062 | Antilock brake (abs) activation at low speeds. *tt | 02/10/2003 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||
| 06/12/2003 | 1 | ||
| While driving vehicle hit a bump and consumer applied the brakes ,it took vehicle longer to stop.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - INTERCONNECTING ASSEMBLY(WIRING) | |||
| 05/12/1998 | 1 | 03/07/1997 | |
| Wheel locked up due to brake fuse failure. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||
| 03/09/2000 | 1 | 08/02/1997 | |
| Front wheel speed sensors failed causing the brakes to lockup while driving down low grade resulting in the vehicle hitting a bank, turning on it's side and hitting a mail box. nlm | |||
| 05/08/1998 | 1 | 03/07/1997 | |
| Wheel speed sensor failed. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - PADS | |||
| 1 | 10/01/1997 | ||
| The front brake pads wear out within 12,000 miles on this type of vehicle. have been told by dealer that these trucks have the same front rotor and calipers that are on the buick lesabra. this could explain the excessive wear of the pad due to the weight difference. the steering on this vehicle will lock up at slow speeds and allow the vehicle to wonder at higher speeds. dealer has inspected front end and stated was within specs. vehicle also will pull at times to left or right by self on straight highway. | |||
| 06/01/1998 | 4 | 03/01/1998 | |
| This truck has worn through 4 sets of front brake pads, including the set on the truck when we purchased it. the original pads were replaced at 8,000 miles. the second set replaced at 15,000 miles. the third set at 23,000 miles. this unacceptable for a vehicle that you've paid nearly $30,000 for! we want gmc forced to repurchase this vehicle. they obviously are unable to fix the problem, and i do not want a vehicle that i am required to replace the brake pads on every 6000 to 8000 miles. gmc has continously told us to work with the dealer. that has done us no good at all. we want satisfaction from gm!!! | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 12/02/2011 | 190000 | ||
| My brake line failed above the fuel tank, lost pressure to the braking system which resulted in no brakes. why would car manufactures use steel brake lines that can rot out very quickly when exposed to normal driving elements. | |||
| 08/11/2004 | 115000 | 1 | |
| When braking, the brake pedal went go to the floor. please provide more information. *jb | |||
| 07/04/1998 | 7 | 07/30/1997 | |
| The brake failure was at 55 mph. driver braked for slowing traffic ahead, all 4 wheels locked up, vehicle went into a ditch, and right front tire blew out. brakes still do not function properly and driver believes vehicle is unsafe to drive. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 02/22/2006 | 50000 | 1 | 09/01/1996 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the abs engaged at speeds of 10mph and below. as a result, the stopping distance was increased. there is a nhtsa recall # 05v379000 concerning 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. the vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection, but no repairs were made. | |||
| 03/04/2004 | 54310 | 1 | 06/01/1997 |
| Dt*: the contact stated when coming to a stop at speeds below 10 mph, the vehicle would not stop. excessive pressure had to be applied to the brake pedal. an independent repair shop replaced the abs wheel sensors. there is a nhtsa recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the vin. updated 03/22/06. *jb | |||
| 02/11/2006 | 67000 | 1 | 06/16/2000 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the anti-lock brakes engaged at 10 mph. there is a nhtsa recall, # 05v379000, regarding the anti-lock brakes. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the vin. the serpentine belt was replaced. updated 03/17/06. *jb | |||
| 01/02/2004 | 85000 | 1 | 07/01/1997 |
| Antilock brakes continually seize up and the vehicle continues to roll forward at slow rates of speed. exact same problem we had with our 2002 chevy avalanche that was just fixed under recall 12/05. *nm | |||
| 10/09/2005 | 38000 | 3 | 03/01/1997 |
| Anti-lock brake system activates at low speed and the truck will not stop. the brake light stays lit on the dashboard. i understand many gmc trucks were recalled for this same exact problem, but it begins with trucks a couple of years newer than my 1997 sierra truck. *jb | |||
| 01/01/2001 | 5 | 05/01/1997 | |
| Dt: the contact owns a 1997 gmc sierra k1500 pickup. the consumer was experiencing the same type of problem with the abs brakes as stated in nhtsa recall campaign 05v379000. the consumer stated that she replaced the wheel speed sensor as well as the wheel bearing several times, both where replaced in less than a year each time. the gm manufacturer was contacted and they said that the consumer vehicle was not covered under the recall at this time and i she would be receiving a recall letter. the contact did not know other people who experienced this problem as well. the contact stated has been having the abs brakes for about four years. the abs has been replaced five times. some of these replacements have been done under warranty because they were within a year from the last replacement. *ak *jb | |||
| 01/01/2005 | 22784 | 10 | |
| Anti lock brakes activate at low speeds and for no apparent reason (weather related or other). defect discovered several months before repairs were made at superior gmc in brighton in september 2005. vehicle has less than 23000 miles and is used for leisure purposes. current gm recall for identical problem does not include 1997 although defect is identical. it is an ongoing problem and therefore the number of failures documented below is an estimate. *nm | |||
| 08/15/2003 | 2 | ||
| Wheel speed sensors failed, causing unsafe braking on uneven pavement. numerous trips to the dealer were required before the cause of the noise/unsafe braking was discovered. parts were replaced at a cost in excess of $800.00. now, less than two years later, the same symptoms have returned. | |||
| 02/01/2005 | 114000 | 4 | 11/24/2003 |
| When applying the brakes during normal stopping vehicle continued to roll while the brakes were applied. brakes had to be pump several times to get the vehicle to stop. vehicle has been to the dealer on four separate occasions, and they were unable to locate the problem.*ak | |||
| 02/05/2005 | 76000 | 20 | |
| Anti-lock brake system fails repeatedly. upon applying brakes the brakes do not engage. the anti-lock system cycles repeatedly and unnecessarily, causing extended stopping distances. narrowly averted accidents a number of times.*jb | |||
| 08/02/2001 | |||
| Anti-skid system on the vehicle will automatically activate. also, there will be extended stopping distance. *ak | |||
| 03/15/1997 | 2 | 03/01/1997 | |
| Consumer states that there's an on going problem with extended stopping distance, brake pedal feels soft when applied. dealer contacted. *ak *scc | |||
| 01/10/2000 | 100 | 01/01/1997 | |
| Brakes fail at times. *ak | |||
| 06/13/2001 | |||
| While driving at 25 mph and upon applying brakes they felt as if they were braking. however, brakes locked up, causing vehicle to go into a skid, and resulting in an accident. consumer has contacted dealer. please provide any further information.*ak | |||
| 03/18/2001 | |||
| Accelerator cable was badly frayed and coming apart. vehicle suddenly accelerated while driving. vehicle would not stop right away after brakes were applied. engine kept revving. *ak | |||
| 08/01/1999 | 4 | 06/01/1999 | |
| When first purchased, we contacted gm. we have taken it to 2 shops, but they say nothing is wrong. our warrenty is about to expire, and now the brakes, all 4 are completely locking up when going slow. it pulled and gripped previously when driving down the highway etc. this is when it was firt reported. we can not get any help, and are quite aggravated considering this truck only has 28,000 miles!! we need your help with this saftety defect asap> it is sitting in our driveway now, probably not safe to drive. we would like a response asap, or will contact a lawyer.*ak | |||
| 11/01/1999 | |||
| Consumer has multiple problems with vehicle. bearings in the drivetrain are defective/ alignment/brakes repaired/rear end replaced, and other problems developed due to the bearing. an authorized gmc repairman told consumer that's the way gmc makes vehicles. consuemr insisted that has had nothing but bad expriences with the vehicle, and manufacturer.*ak | |||
| 06/01/1997 | |||
| I have 5# of paper work on this one,had trouble with thie steering gear box at 1150 miles, had rocker and lifters done at 4407 miles, again at 6344 miles, brakes again at 15986 miles,24116 drive shaft out of balance, i'm still haveing trouble with the brakes some times it is like on brake and some times it's like they lock up the back wheels at the speed of 5mph on dry pavement or what ever surfes, or at the stop sign while holding the brake,you can here the abs. i have tryed dealing with bbb, and gmc put got no where, i wrote to the att gen's of both mn and tx, but got no where.i have all the paper work from day one, im paying over 40.000.00 for this. *ak | |||
| 10/15/1996 | 3 | 09/01/1997 | |
| On-going / intermittent problem with brake system; brake pedal would be hard to press, causing extended stoping distance. vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on three occasions and nothing could be found. can nhtsa help in this matter. also replaced master cylinder and brake booster. *ak | |||
| 08/29/1997 | |||
| When applying the brakes at appoximately 40 mph, the abs system would lock up for no reason when hitting a bump, causing vehicle to slid which results in loss of control. mechanics cannot identify problem. *yc | |||
| Back brakes are not functioning properly, causing the front brakes to wear out excessively. the front brakes have been replaced twice. dealer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 09/03/1999 | 2 | 07/01/1998 | |
| Brake pads and rotors wearing too fast; only had truck for one year and already having to replace a second time; it is only driven 5 miles to and from work every day, and regular everyday use; also, two tires failed at same time and had to be replaced.( dot number: ) | |||
| 01/01/1999 | |||
| When driving at any speed steering is jumping and jerking. when applying the brakes, it feels like pressure is within the brakes until consumer hits a bump and the pressure will go away. *ak | |||
| 08/18/1999 | |||
| When braking a little harder than normal brake pedal went completely to the floorboard, and there was no stopping ability, causing a rear crash. the vehicle is being repaired. please provide any further information. *ak | |||
| 07/15/1999 | |||
| Whenever driving at a slow speed approx. 20 mph or less, had to apply brakes in an emergency situation, but brakes would not stop vehicle properly, and extended i stopping distance occurred. also, complete brake failure. seeking help from nhtsa in this matter or provide additional information. *ak | |||
| 07/12/1999 | 15 | 11/01/1996 | |
| We have had vehicle back to dealer numerous times with no results they tell us they can not find any thing wrong with the brakes. we told them that numerous times when you apply brakes over ruff surface vehicle brakes fail and do not stop. i have skidded through intersections hoping not to hit anyone and husband has had numerous close calls applying brakes and not being able to stop. since we have owned vehicle in the last 2 1/2 years we have had to replace the brake pads twice. once at 22,000 miles and at 70,000 miles. both times were factory pads. we have also contacted gm they told us that they had not had any complaints against the brakes and in todays paper 7/22/99 there has been a recall on 91 to 96 vehicles will the 97 gmc pu's also be included in this recall? while i am complaining we also had to replace the rear end which blew up after owning it only 2 weeks the dealer replaced carrier bearings only and now it is making noises again. also the transmission had to be replaced at 6000 because it went out, also last year we had to have the power steering pump replaced because it went out and the battery at the same time because when it left the manufacture some one bolted the battery down and put the screw right through the battery. could you please let me know if the recall will include the 97's also. thank you. glendora wright. *ak | |||
| If vehicle is parked overnight in a rain storm the brakes do not respond in the morning, and vehicle will keep rolling when brake pedal is applied. dealer has been contacted. *ak | |||
| 05/17/1998 | 7 | 10/12/1996 | |
| Abs brakes would lock up when applied during rainy weather or heavy dew on the ground. brakes got worse. took to dealer 5-6 times. problem not duplicated. *ak | |||
| 03/03/1999 | |||
| Consumer experienced problem with vehicle left rear wheel lock up only in wet condition; dealer notified and some repair was made, but consumer believed this condition should be look into before someone get hurt. seeking nhsta for help in this matter. | |||
| 04/13/1998 | 1 | 03/07/1997 | |
| Anti lock brakes failed resulting in vehicle accident (attorney for consumer). | |||
| 11/01/1997 | 6 | ||
| Abs brakes do not stop in case of a sudden stop, 3-4 car lengths before it stops. pulls to the left on emergency or fast stops. no abs warning light comes on. dealer if abs light does not appear there is not a problem. did not even attempt to review the vehicle. *ak | |||
| 12/04/1998 | 04/23/1997 | ||
| When appyling the abs brakes the pedal traveled to the floor, causing extended stopping distance, which resulted in a collision. *ak | |||
| 04/07/1998 | 0 | ||
| When consumer put on the brakes they make a loud noise. *ak | |||
| 08/01/1997 | 2 | 11/28/1997 | |
| Abs brakes/locked up intermittently, resulting in extended stopping distance. in addition, steering malfunctioned, causing loss of control. | |||
| 11/19/1997 | 1 | ||
| Brakes failed. | |||
| 12/01/1997 | |||
| When parking the vehicle over night, when there is extreme moisture present upon releasing the emergency parking brake, the rear brakes are locked. consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has not replaced any parts. | |||
| 1 | 10/10/1996 | ||
| Anti lock brakes lock up, causing loss of control. | |||
| 04/26/1997 | 1 | 03/24/1997 | |
| Brake failure caused vehicle collision. | |||
| 10 | |||
| The abs does not function properly.has been to dealer 15 times. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||
| 01/01/2006 | 56000 | 100 | 07/01/2004 |
| Dt*: the contact stated that the abs was unwarrantable activating, causing increased stopping distances during low speed brake applications. there is a recall regarding the abs however the vin is not included in the recall. this occurs each time the vehicle is driven. there were no previous occurrences that lead up to these incidences. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 07/20/2002 | 1 | 08/08/1997 | |
| While driving at any speed and without warning, the brake pedal would stall. then, seep to the floor. dealer replaced hubs on the front two brakes to remedy the problem. *ak the left front door was inoperative from the inside. the right wheel cylinder was leaking. dealer replaced hub assembly. dealer removed and replaced the brake pads, also resurfaced rotors. *scc | |||
| 02/01/2001 | 9 | 10/15/1998 | |
| Everytime the brakes are pressed a noise is heard and it continues to go for a distance even though the brakes are on. | |||
| 05/01/1998 | 5 | 09/01/1997 | |
| Consumer has experienced many problems with brakes, a grinding noise was heard in the right front wheel and dealer replaced the brake shoe kit and stated that front brakes were doing all the work, 3 months later a whining noise was heard from the front of vehicle, dealer could not find any problems, in january of 2000 more front noise was heard and dealer installed cylinder, valve kit, drum assembly, spring kit, pin kit, and shoe kit, brakes also caused vehicle to pull to the left, 12-08-00, caliper kit and pad kit were installed and 7 days later all brake fluid was lost because of a faulty caliper kit, dealer replaced a seal which had cracked. *slc | |||
| 06/01/1999 | 11/01/1998 | ||
| The consumer state's there is a leakage within the hydro- booster and the master cylinder which causes while driving at any speed and applying the brakes, the vehicle is pulling to the right. ak | |||
| 1 | 12/24/1996 | ||
| Brake system does not respond very quickly/fading. mjs | |||
| 4 | 05/01/1997 | ||
| Brakes experience intermittent failures, unable to identify problem. | |||
| 03/03/1997 | 7 | ||
| Consumer states that the brakes pull to the right, dealer states the problem is the oversized tires causing the abs to react wrong, consumer thinks this is incorrect due to disconnection of the abs and the same problems existing, new hoses, calipers, pads, and rotors have been replaced. *slc | |||
| 09/15/1997 | 2 | 02/08/1997 | |
| Vehicle wears out brake pads because the caliper to knuckle clearance was insuffieicent. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| Back brakes are not functioning properly, causing the front brakes to wear out excessively. the front brakes have been replaced twice. dealer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 09/11/1997 | 01/15/1997 | ||
| Brake pads overlap the rotors, part of the pads are missing from the rotors, also, missed part of the rotors. brakes make loud noise. the pads and rotors have been replaced and dealer. cannot duplicate the problem. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 03/14/2004 | 98116 | 3 | 01/01/1997 |
| I took my 1997 gmc sierra to the dealer because there are several recalls involving this vehicle. but the dealer said all the recalls pertain to the 1999-2004 models not mine - but i am having the identical problems - drive shaft, and brakes - my brakes lock up - create lots of noise, calipher damage, etc. i believe that the recalls for the newer vehicles should apply to mine as well. the vehicle is dangerous to drive when the brakes decide not to work. my wife drives the truck and i am concerned for her safety.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 1 | 02/01/2000 | ||
| The brake pads failed and were replaced. *yd | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 1 | 01/23/1997 | ||
| Consumer stated that anti lock brake came on 3-5 miles per hour and dealer had to replace both front hubs. *yd | |||
| 09/20/2001 | |||
| Brakes felt spongy, took vehicle to dealer who noticed front rotors were disintegrating and had to be replaced.*ak | |||
| 02/07/2001 | 1 | 10/01/1997 | |
| Brake rotor separating from hub, causing excessive wear, vibrations; ultimately the wheel will fall off | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS | |||
| 1 | 10/01/1998 | ||
| Both rear wheel brake cylinders leaking. nlm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 09/27/2005 | 74000 | 1 | 12/01/2001 |
| After parking during my work shift, i attempted to leave work at 1530. applying the brake to shift into drive,the pedal went completely to the floor, and the abs light came on. i was unable to pump up the brake, and had to have the truck towed to a local dealer. it was determined the brake line had rotted out. the gas tank must be removed to effect repair. i had driven the truck from long island, ny to mays landing , nj (about 145 miles) without incident, but the dealer told me i could have lost braking power at any time.*jb | |||
| 09/10/2004 | 1 | ||
| The brake line had rusted and leaked fluid. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 10/15/1996 | 3 | 09/01/1997 | |
| On-going / intermittent problem with brake system; brake pedal would be hard to press, causing extended stoping distance. vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on three occasions and nothing could be found. can nhtsa help in this matter. also replaced master cylinder and brake booster. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | |||
| 06/01/1999 | 11/01/1998 | ||
| The consumer state's there is a leakage within the hydro- booster and the master cylinder which causes while driving at any speed and applying the brakes, the vehicle is pulling to the right. ak | |||
| 09/06/1999 | 1 | 12/01/1997 | |
| Booster failed while traveling interstate. this was a class 9 systems failure (loss of power) without warning. failure was a result of a split diaphram. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 10/22/2005 | 78000 | 1 | 01/30/1997 |
| Brake line that runs along frame rail severely rusted and failed under braking, causing me to nearly rear end another car. i removed it from the truck and took it by the dealer and the service department said this is common for a vehicle with 78,000 miles to have this type of failure. *nm | |||
| 03/16/2005 | 115000 | 2 | 11/10/2003 |
| Dt: 1997 gmc sierra c1500 pick up truck - the consumer complained about steering and brake problems. took the truck to the gmc shop and they said that the steering box wore out, and needed to be replaced because it had play in the wheel. it has not been replaced as of yet. also, while driving on the road the brakes malfunctioned. the consumer was not approaching a stop, but was coming up onto a big truck, went to apply the brakes and had no brakes. the brakes were repaired with all new brake lines, but they were still making noise and id not feel right. there have been no recalls on this vehicle. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM | |||
| 10/15/1996 | 3 | 09/01/1997 | |
| On-going / intermittent problem with brake system; brake pedal would be hard to press, causing extended stoping distance. vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on three occasions and nothing could be found. can nhtsa help in this matter. also replaced master cylinder and brake booster. *ak | |||