2002 Chevrolet S10 brakes problems

Filed Jul 28, 2015 · Brakes · 65,327 miles · PA

First incident approximately 2/15/2015, brakes pedal went close to floor when trying to stop vehicle, downshifted transmission to help stop vehicle. It was determined rust had caused a hole to develop in brake line cooler behind radiator of vehicle. Significant loss of brake fluid. Second incident approximately 5/15/2015, brakes became mushy loss of brake fluid. Rust caused pin hole leak in brake line at rear wheel brake cylinder. Third incident approximately 7/26/2015 significant loss of brake fluid. Cause yet undetermined

Filed Jul 9, 2014 · Brakes · 98,618 miles · MI

Brakes lost power at about 50 MPH on us-24 in michigan. Main brake line sprung leak to rear axle was able to use emergency brake to safely stop. I have not removed line yet if you want digital pictures made michigan mechanic certificate # [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jul 1, 2014 · Brakes · 100,911 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet s10. The contact stated that the brake line failed due to corrosion issues. The dealer was not notified about the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,911.

Filed Jul 31, 2012 · Brakes · 13,000 miles · VA

After I'd owned the vehicle for a little over 3 years and had only about 13,000 miles on it, it began to pull hard on braking. One of the front brake calipers seized and ruined the front rotor in the process. Although the truck was just out of warranty, because of the low mileage and age of the vehicle, I took it to the dealer. Chevrolet refused to honor the repairs under warranty or acknowledge any problems. They said it was because the truck sat outside. It is parked on a paved street in front of my house. It is a truck and most trucks in my experience "sit outside," so I found this explanation totally unsatisfactory. Whatever happened to "like a rock!" I replaced both front rotors, both front calipers (upgraded from oem) and of course the brake fluid at my expense. Again this year, in may 2012, I experienced the same problem with a front caliper seizing. I took it to the dealer again and the dealer verified the problem and said I needed to replace the calipers, pads and, in addition, the brake lines. They offered to do this for a mere $975 plus tax and $80 for new pads. I will once again replace the calipers, pads, fluids and this time the brake lines which I suspect were the original problem. When I flushed the lines to replace the fluid back in 2006 and again in 2012 there was obvious contamination in the lines which when it builds up in the caliper, in my opinion, causes it to seize. I've owned a number of vehicles most of which sat outside for years and never experienced any type of problem with the brakes. My complaint is that I believe chevrolet used substandard lines in their vehicles or allowed contamination of these parts or designed a defective system that allows condensation to infiltrate the system and destroy the lines.

Filed Apr 23, 2010 · Brakes · 110,000 miles · OH

Brake line failure on 2002 chevy s-10 crew cab. One brake line began leaking. Dealer suggested replacing two lines. When repair was being completed a third brake line began to leak. The parts are not readily available from gm and the dealer said it could take months to get.waiting to see if a local shop can manufacture the third line. I was told that the lines corroded due to brine used on roads during winter. I saw an article stating that the federal safety agency is investigating other gm trucks between 1999 and 2003 for this very same problem but the s-10 is not listed as having an issue. I was fortunate that I caught it early by seeing a puddle of fluid under my truck. The brake light did not come on. I do not feel very confident about the remaining lines that have not been replaced.

Filed May 5, 2008 · Brakes · 16,973 miles · NY

Tl*the contact own a 2002 chevrolet s10. The brakes failed while driving 35 MPH. The dealer repaired the brakes; however, the failure occurred at 16,973 miles and reoccurred at 38,000 miles. A tire mechanic stated that the axle that holds the wheel together was cutting through the brakes and rubbing the wheels. The manufacturer informed the the contact that the dealers invoice indicated that they replaced the rotors; however, the contact was informed that they resurfaced the rotors. The failure mileage was 32,555. Updated 05/21/08 *bf the brake lines also failed. Updated 05/21/08

Filed Feb 8, 2007 · Brakes · 6,000 miles · NY

Tl* - the contact called regarding a 2002 chevrolet s10 pickup truck. The contact stated that the brake rotors have been replaced four times due to corrosion. The rotors were first replaced at approximately 6,000 miles. The contact has the repair invoices. The dealer told the contact they would no longer replace the rotors free of charge because of the frequent use of salt on the roads in the contact's area, the corrosion was to be expected. *ak updated 02/27/07.

Filed Dec 24, 2006 · Brakes · 60,480 miles · TN

2002 chevrolet s10. 60,480 miles. Manual transmission. 2wd. Parking brake failed and truck started to roll backwards down the driveway. I was working near the truck and heard a loud pop, same as when manually releasing the brake. I looked up and the truck was rolling. I jumped in a applied the hydraulic brakes to stop the truck. Parking brake pedal is totally without any resistance. Something in the brake system is broken.

Filed Oct 16, 2006 · Brakes · 40,000 miles · MI

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 MPH on dry road conditions, an attempt was made to stop the vehicle with the emergency brakes. The hand brake was also applied but failed to engaged or slow down the vehicle. There was no warning signals prior to the incident. The service dealer was alerted and admitted that there were other vehicles of the same make and model with this problem. The manufacturer was notified and offered to analyze the vehicle.

Filed Oct 26, 2005 · Brakes · IN

Dt: the vehicle experienced a brake problem in which the ABS would lock up when used or driven on gravel and on wet pavement. The consumer had taken the vehicle to the dealership for repairs. The consumer said that the dealer did not fix the problem. The consumer had not contacted gm. When the brakes were applied, the ABS system would activates.