Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
05V379000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 01/01/2001 to 08/31/2002V (Vehicle)135371809/22/2005ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.08/29/200508/29/2005
Defect SummaryCertain 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 SummaryThis can cause increased stopping distances during low-speed brake applications, which could result in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesGm 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


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT
04052500206/01/2007040525002D10022470Abs light on, dtc's c0265, c0201, u1041 set and/or loss of communication with brake module. (reground ebcm ground). *kb08/15/2007

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
PE05020GENERAL MOTORS CORP.04/28/200509/13/2005UNWANTED LOW-SPEED ABS ACTIVATION05V379000
 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
PE05020GENERAL MOTORS CORP.04/28/200509/13/2005UNWANTED LOW-SPEED ABS ACTIVATION05V379000
 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.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SERVICE BRAKES
10/16/2012192000
 The antilock brake sensors are malfunctioning and causing extended stopping distances that could lead to an accident. the original recall was completed in 2006, according to gmc they only cleaned the parts and did not replace them. as a result there is severe corrosion on the antilock brake sensor causing increased stopping distances that could cause an accident.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
08/27/200783915010/24/2005
 On 8-26-07 while driving home the abs light came on. checked vehicle manual. after turning off the vehicle we could hear what sounded like a motor or fan noise running. thinking it was probably the ac fan we went in the house for the evening. the next morning we could still hear the noise and found out my battery was dead. jump started vehicle and took it in to mechanic to do a diagnostic search and was told we needed to replace abs control module. after researching on the internet found out there had been several recalls for this, but not with my vin #. have called gm corp to report this and am currently waiting to hear back.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
04/15/2011156000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc yukon xl. the contact stated that while approaching an intersection, the abs warning light illuminated and the vehicle vibrated as the brake pedal was depressed. the vehicle did not stop when the brakes were applied and was in the intersection before it finally stopped. the braking issues persisted as the vehicle was continuously driven. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the electronic brake control module had failed and would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. the current and failure mileage was 156,000.
04/15/2011156000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2002 gmc yukon xl. the contact stated that while the driver was approaching an intersection, the abs light illuminated and the vehicle vibrated as the brake pedal was depressed. the vehicle did not stop when the brakes were applied and was in the intersection before it finally stopped. there were issues braking the entire way home. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the electronic brake control module had failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. the current and failure mileages were 156,000-bk
01/26/200980000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2002 gmc yukon xl. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock) because her vehicle is experiencing the same issues. the abs indicator illuminates and makes a loud noise when driving and when the vehicle is stopped. the abs activation also makes stopping the vehicle very difficult. the dealer advised the contact to defuse the fuse where the abs indicator is located in order to stop the noise while the engine is running. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the repair would cost $1,100. the contact called the manufacturer and they instructed the dealer to repair the vehicle at 50% of the cost; however, the dealer refused. the failure mileage was 80,000.
09/23/200510
 The brakes on my car are not working properly. it is happening more and more every day. i almost ran into my garage. when i am pulling up. about to make a stop. the brakes go out. *jb
10/06/2004112/02/2001
 Have had problems with brakes. they do not stop properly, you never know when they are going to work or not. my wife has on different occasions on the freeway applied the brakes quickly and the pedal went down to the floor, thank god there was an emergency lane where she swerved out to. it has also happened to me. we are told that you do not pump the brakes on an abs braking system, well my wife came home and told me by pumping the pedal the brakes seem to stop a little better. now what do you think that is telling you??? i have been in the automotive business for over 40 years, and have never had a problem like this. they have yet to fix the problem because they say there is nothing wrong, and since the vehicle did not come in on a hook and or was not in a accident they would not do anything. we have been complaining about the brakes since we purchased the vehicle. at this point i will never purchase another gmc again, and i am letting everyone know this. hope you can help or have some suggestions. thank you for your time in this matter. manny. *nm
09/11/2003376406/01/2002
 I have a 2002 gmc yukon xl. i bought the vehicle brand new in june of 2002. at 376 miles my brake system locked up. i have continued to have this problem ever since. as your driving the brakes apply and you loose control of your steering. this problem does not occur all the time, but does happen. they have replaced my master cylinder, power booster, and all 4 rotors. this problem is still not fixed and because the dealership can not get it to duplicate the problem while they are driving it, they say there is nothing else they can do. i am filing this complaint because i fear for my safety. the last time it happened on 9/11/03 it was towed to the nearest dealership, they have informed me there is nothing they can do. i have left the vehicle there because i fear driving it. last thing i heard was they were shipping it to the dealership where i bought it because it was there problem. please if you know anything i can do please let me know. i would like to add that there has been evidence of defect because the rotors have shown damage due to defect. *jb
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
10/01/2006790001008/01/2002
 Tl*the contact owns a 2002 gmc yukon xl. the contact stated that the abs was failing and the antilock braking pump continuously runs. he took the vehicle to the dealer and they informed him that the pad-circuit board was failing and caused the pump to run at high speeds. this could lead to overheat and a possible fire. the failure occurs after driving the vehicle at any speed. when the engine was shut off, it made a high pitched motor noise. he searched and discovered nhtsa campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). the recall only applies to certain states and his vin was not included. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was 79,000 and current mileage was 93,000. updated 11/06/07 *tr
07/01/20057700010012/28/2001
 Tl*the contact owns a 2002 gmc yukon xl. while driving 5 mph or less, the abs engaged without warning and caused the vehicle to jerk. the road conditions were clear. the abs was repaired under recall number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock), however, the failure continued to occur. the dealer stated that they would be unable to repair the vehicle as part of the recall because it only covered cleaning the sensors. the current mileage was 104,807 and failure mileage was 77,000. updated11/27/07. *jb
02/15/2007910001501/07/2004
 Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc yukon xl. the contact stated that the abs and emergency brake indicator lights illuminated intermittently. the dealer stated that the abs sensor needed to be replaced. the current mileage is 93,000, and failure mileage was 91,000. *ak
12/06/2006107/13/2003
 2002 yukon w/abs light on and some kind of motor running even if my vehicle is off. the next morning my battery was dead. i took it to a dealership who told me that i needed a new abs module/pump and it would cost between $950 to $1,200 to fix. they disconnected the motor to keep from running and draining my battery. i have not had any problems with my brakes, they are fine. brakes were inspected and passed inspection. called gmc recall line and was told there was no recall for 2002 yukons in texas. *jb
09/13/200682532103/15/2003
 Abs light came on; drove a few days after that. while driving at approximately 7 miles per hour, i tried to stop for a light and nearly hit car in front of me. brakes rumbled to a halt, fortunately. took car to brake check, had to have bolts on hub bearing replaced. contacted gmc to help share in cost of repair, as there has been a recall (2002 gmc yukon recall id from nhtsa: 05v379000 ) in certain salt belt states, due to corrosion. they refused any assistance because 1) car is out of warranty (i have 82,000 miles on it), 2) i didn't take it to a gm dealer, and 3) there hasn't been a recall issued specifically for my car! *nm
01/18/2006412993
 Dt*: the contact stated the abs pump stays on after shutting the vehicle off. 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. the vehicle was taken to the dealership.
01/19/200675900108/10/2002
 Consumer's vehicle followed a school bus, no children were on the bus. around 7:50 am the bus stopped for red light. speed was approximately 20-25 mph. as the brake pedal was pushed down the vehicle began to slow down, but it did not slow as quickly as normal. the abs engaged, but the vehicle continued to proceed forward. there was plenty of room and time that the vehicle should have stopped but it did not. the vehicle bumped the rear of the bus, pushing in the bumper of vehicle. this incident followed the pattern set forth in nhtsa recall 05v379000 on august 29 2005. however, on november 18, 2005 the local dealer performed the procedure that gmc recommended to correct this problem, but i feel that the vehicle still failed in this incident.*ak
12/28/200560150102/01/2003
 Dt: the contact states there is a 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. no repairs have been made.*ak
09/15/20055320010005/17/2005
 Abs problem on a 2002 gmc yukon xl. low speed abs coming on every time brake pedal is used under 15 mph. gmc recalled problem but only in eastern states, i live in utah which is not covered in recall. *nm
01/18/2005409/24/2001
 While driving my 2002 yukon xl, there is yellow light appeared on the i/p cluster message center. service 4wd and when gently apply/pressing on the brake pedal, the is some kind of loud mechanism noise in the front wheel driver side, and prevent the brake pedal from coming down. three times that i almost rear end other vehicles. took the vehicle to the dealership to get it fixed, the cost was $2212.93 for fixing brake system failure including anti brake system and 4wheel drive. dealer recommended to a report to nhtsa.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
08/29/200773000112/27/2001
 Events leading up to the failure: 2002 yukon 73,000 miles. no previous events leading up to the problem. failure/consequences: 2002 yukon: i started my car and abs light stayed on. while driving, i could feel an abnormal vibration throughout my car. (with my two small children, we pulled off to the side of the road on the right of way. i cut off my car (removed key out of ignition) and the car sounded like it was still on. correct the problem: i called my gmc dealer in austin texas where i had purchased the vehicle and the service manager told me that he has seen many incidents such as this. he indicated that if i left the abs motor running, that my battery would die and/or the motor would ruin. so, he instructed me to raise the hood and remove the 60amp abs fuse. by doing so, the vibration/motor stopped. he said to bring it into the garage for service. his initial guess was that it was the abs module or ebcm needed to be replaced. because my vehicle was no longer in warranty, he estimated that it could cost anywhere between $1100.00-1900.00 dollars. i have done research on the internet and there are many 1999-2004 gm suvs and trucks which have experienced this problem. i am requesting that a recall be placed for these modules. *tr
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
08/15/200862500109/04/2002
 Tl*the contact owns a 2002 gmc yukon xl. when the brake pedal was depressed, the contact experienced unwanted antilock brake activation. as a result, the vehicle lunges forward before coming to a complete stop. the dealer replaced the antilock speed sensor and the front hub assembly at the cost of $600. the failure mileage was 62,500 and current mileage was 63,630. updated 11/14/08. *lj updated 11/18/08. *jb
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR
06/20/200620253111/23/2002
 Dt*: the contact stated in november when the vehicle was taken to the dealership for routine service, the dealership noticed the rear rotors were hitting the inside of the backing plates inside the hub. also, the rotors were rusted. the front end was also observed to be shaking. the dealership determined the shaking was normal 4x4 characteristics; however the dealership installed a lube kit that goes on the steering column underneath the hood. the shaking returned and the dealership informed the contact the lube kit was no longer a remedy for this shaking problem. there was not another remedy offered.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER
12/23/2002989505/23/2002
 The brake line (a metal rod, not hose) broke off, on an ice mountain road on december 23, 2002. the car was brand new with 9800 miles on it and there my three children ages 3, 3, and 5 were in the car. we were towed down the mountain for 60 miles. general motors fixed the brake line and took over two months to get back to me with a $55.00 reimbursement for the car rental. this could have been catastrophic for my family. the car could not stop at all. *nlm