Abs module failure on 1999 chevrolet silverado ck 1500 - when this system failed, the red brake light indicator also came on. In order to stop the pump from running continually, we were instructed to remove the fuse. This pump ran even with the engine off. The dealership said the module cost $800 to replace. We have also found that this is not an uncommon problem with this particular model. It is a huge problem for us now because the truck will not pass inspection since the red brake light burns also. We are told that the brake light is on because the ABS light is on. We were told the truck could pass inspection with only the ABS light on but not with the brake light on because of safety issues. That is, if there were another brake system failure and the brake light was on, there would be no further warning. We feel as though general motors should be responsible for this as they have to know this is a recurring problem with this model. We contacted them for help but were told we had to take the truck to a dealer to be diagnosed. The problem is clear and unmistakable as to what it is. We are living pay check to pay check like a lot of people and cannot afford to take it from place to place to have it diagnosed. We were also told that if we had bought the truck new, had all the service done at gm and had purchased several gm vehicles, we might be eligible for some assistance on this module from gm. If it is true that the red brake warning light is connected to the ABS light, we are paying for that feature of gm by being forced to fix this module when other vehicles not so equipped can choose to not fix it and still pass inspection. Our truck is currently in the garage waiting to get the part. It seems that any used parts are very difficult to find and in our case, our mechanic cannot find one. We are facing a repair bill of $860 just for this ABS module.
1999 Chevrolet C/K Pickups brakes complaints
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When applying brakes, ABS seems to be malfunctioning.
Abs brakes activate at slow speeds
Abs controll unit will not shut off after engine has been shut off. Fuse has to be removed to prevent overheating unit.new unit is over $1000.00
Problem with ABS brakes low-speed activation with brake pedal going all the way to the floor causing foot to hit gas pedal in forward and reverse. This problem is what has called for a recall in canada and newer gm vehicles. When will a recall be issued to fix this safety hazzard in older model pick-up trucks? Your site shows gm shows three incidents in 100,000 vehicles, well I personally know more than 3 people in my area who are having this problem. In winter time the brakes actually lock up causing the vehicle to skid. This appears to be more than just a cold weather problem. Every time I drive the vehicle (a 1999 chevrolet silverado pickup) this happens.
Abs brake system on 1999 chevy truck. The federal safety agency action # pe05020 contacted dealer, talked to service manager and owner will not do anything about the problem said id have to pay for it because they dont reconize any recalls or defects
I own a 1999 chevrolet k-1500 pick-up truck. I'm experiencing the same problems with the anti-lock brakes as the other 1999 trucks in the investigation issued 5/02/05. I agree this is a safety issue and believe gm needs to recall the vehicles asap. In the recall please include the chevrolet c/k 1500 pick-up trucks.
The electronic brake traction control module failed, and runs all the time. The fuse has to be pulled to keep module from running, even when key is turned off. I had a dealer check the problem and they said the module was faulty and needed to be replaced if I wanted the ABS system to work. I was told the cost to replace the module would be about 795.00 for the part and 1.5 - 2 hours labor----- about 1,000.00 +. Due to the high cost of replacing this part, I'm sure many people like myself, are driving without the ABS system working. I understand this is a problem mostly with the 1999 model, and that other year modules will not work on a 1999. I feel that this item is something that a lot of people are having trouble with, and that general motors should replace with an improved part.
In 1999, I purchased 2 1999 chevrolet pickups as graduation gifts for my son and daughter. Recently, my daughter visited and I used her truck to run an errand. Seeing the brake indicator light on, I was concerned. She said some 2 years ago, after turning off the ignition, a loud hum continued. Eventually, someone pulled the fuse to the anti-lock brakes to stop the hum. She said the dealer told her it was a common defect in that model and either spend $1,000 for a new "module" or leave the fuse out with no anti-lock brakes. She felt she needed the $1,000 more than anti-lock brakes. Then, I contacted my son an found he had the same defect occur on his truck and had spent over $800 for the repair.
The foot operated parking brake on c/k1500 pick-up truck with automatic transmission is located so far forward and towards drivers left leg that it is a hazard upon an accident. In an accident the drivers left leg is subject to injury from parking brake foot lever.
The ABS pump on my '99 k1500 chevy truck has gone bad. The pump stays on at all times, unless you pull out the fuse for the pump. By disconnecting the fuse, the ABS brakes are disabled for the truck. The replacement for this part is around $1000. This appears to be a fairly common problem on this model truck. Note that the dealer recommended fix, short of replacing the unit, is pulling out the fuse.
The ABS control module(pump) began to malfunction on my 1999 chevrolet k1500 z71 which caused it to continually run without shutting off. Upon inspection I found that the pump had already been replaced once by the previous owner who purchased the truck new. I then began research on the part and found numerous other people who have experienced the same problem with their trucks and had to pay for repairs in excess of $750.00. I also discovered that gm changed the design of the control module due to an extremely high failure rate, however, they leave it up the consumer to purchase the updated part once the original stops working.
After the 36,000 mile warranty, 250 miles over to be exact. The ABS pump kept running after I shut the engine off. Estimated repair $1200.00. Called the chevy dealership(ben mynatt of concord, nc) and they even said that they was having a problem with the ABS pumps failing on the silverados. Attempted to contact the main office for chevy and they give the same runaround about having problems but will not fix the problem. Somebody please explain this problem or if that chevrolet will ever make a recall! Also for a good note- my next door neighbor just found out yesterday his went out as well!
Rear brakes lock up when brakes applied lightly. Dealer replaced rear drums. Brakes still lock up. *ak the rear brakes lock up during rain or when the ground is wet.
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