Abs brakes on my truck engage at low speeds, making stopping difficult. Gm has issued a recall for this problem for 1999-2002 trucks, but mine is a 1998. I called gm to verify the recall and was told that I did not qualify because my truck was a '98 and not a '99 problem has been happening for several months and almost every time I am at a slow speed. The recall needs to be expanded.
1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 brakes complaints
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Dt: the consumer stated that on his 1998 chevrolet 1500 the brake booster failed. This was the second time that this happened. The first time the vehicle was under warranty at 46,000 miles. The second time the mileage was 75,621 miles. The second time the consumer had to pay for the booster. The consumer has taken the problem to the dealership both times for repairs. The dealership did trouble shooting and found the booster failed. The consumer has not contacted gm about the problem. *ak
My anti-lock brakes on my 1998 chevrolet silverado start to go into the anti-lock mode on dry pavement at slow speeds. This started on its own last january. I thought it was because of driving on winter roads in wisconsin, being snow covered and sometimes icy. However, this condition has continued through the spring, summer, and now fall. In fact, it is getting worse. It makes me feel like I won't be able to stop in time and maybe cause an accident. I'm waiting to see what gm is going to do regarding a recall that is in effect for this very problem in 14 states. Wisconsin is not included in this recall, but they should be. We are certainly in the "salt-belt." and the recall should go back to 1996 because the anti-lock braking mechanism is similar from 1996-2002.
Brake failure. Anti-lock brakes engage at low speeds (5-10 MPH) when slowing to approach stop signs or when parking.
Safety recall 05068 - front wheel speed sensor corrosion. The federal safety agency campaign number: 05v‑379. I own a 1998 chevrolet silverado with the "unwanted ABS activation", exactly as detailed in the recall notice dated august 29, 2005. I had to unhook the ABS function to alleviate the problem, but now I have no ABS at all, as I was told that I would have to replace the ABS module which is very expensive. How can I get my 1998 vehicle problem corrected by the dealer, as part of this recall? Thank you.
Abs activation at slow speeds in traffic and at frequent stops, activation of ABS started around 07/2005. Serviced parts included new rotors and pads, rear drums and pad shoes, ABS modulator, and master cylinder. Vehicle still has same noted problem.
Abs activation at slow speeds in traffic and at frequent stops, activation of ABS started around 07/2005. Serviced parts included new rotors and pads, rear drums and pad shoes, ABS modulator, and master cylinder. Vehicle still has same noted problem.
Dt: the brakes on the rear end just locked for no reason. If it is raining the braking is worse. The back end locks and the vehicle will slide. This occurs on different occasions with out warning. The vehicle has been seen by dealer several times, too many to list. The dealer has never been able to determine the root of the problem. The vehicle was purchased new. No rear braking parts have ever been replaced. On several occasions the vehicle owner has lost control and nearly had an accident.
I noticed in an edition of the minneapolis star-tribune and noticed the recall of the 1999-2002 model years of the chevrolet silverado pick-ups with the anti-lock brake system with the ABS engaging at speeds of 4 to 11 MPH and have been experiencing the same problem with my 1998 chevrolet silverado pick-up truck. Would my truck be eligible for this recall or not??
My boyfriend(mario diego) and I (carmenia) purchased a 1998 chevy tahoe. From brooks motor company on april 1,2005. From april 1 to june 29,2005. The tahoe had to be returned to brooks motor service center 8 to 9 different times for repairs. Now my car rear end has broke and not drivable.
For the last week the ABS is kicking in when stopping on dry pavement. Abs increases stopping distance, kicks in at speeds of 12 MPH down to 5 MPH. Lately the ABS light is on. When ABS light is on, ABS does not kick in. I do not feel that I should pay the repair facility $70.00 to diagnose a problem that I know to already exist. I am going to disable the ABS in my vehicle.
Consumer states: when he uses the vehicle in the winter and applies the brakes, he has no idea where the truck is going to go. When he tries to turn it slides right across the road. *ak *tt
I am having the same problem with my brakes on my 1998 chevrolet silverado! I am also getting the same growling sound when you apply the brakes. The problem doesn't occur every time you apply the brakes. This problem started this spring, I think that it is a corrosion problem that is occuring in years 1999-2002.thank you
Dt: numerous times, usually when it is snowing or wet pavement applies brake pressure and the brake goes all the way to the floor, engaging the ABS, and the vehicle does not stop. Also, this happens on dry pavement. This occurs at low speeds with brake pressure and hits bumps. Took vehicle to the dealer, who could not duplicate the problem. No repairs were made.
Abs activation at speed of less than 10mph on dry pavement when there is no wheel skid. I am concerned that this may be the same problem as is being investigated on 1999-2002 gm pick ups.
I was having problems stopping at low speed. Brake pedal seemed to pulse back like the ABS was activating. Took truck to dealer and they determined that the wheel speed sensors were corroded and need to be replaced. They replaced parts and it cost me $322.15. They never showed me the wheel speed sensors.
Dt: on the driver's side the front tire, rim, brakes, and hub fell off the car. The police said they had seen other vehicles where the same thing happened.
Brakes continue to fail- selfadjusting rear brakes have never been self adjusting- never could be fixed by dealer causing unusually quick wear on front brake pads (pads replaced at least once a year)and multiple occurances of brake pedal going all the way to floor before stopping causing several near miss accidents
Abs speed sensor has corroded. Gm did not warn me of potential corrosion or that the vehicle may have problems with uncontrolled stopping. Gm also did not plan a maintenance check up on the ABS sensor, which could have prevented problems. During the short life of the vehicle this part was gradually becoming defective. This part under normal circumstances should last the life of the vehicle, since it is in a protected and sealed area that requires major mechanical work. I took my vehicle to the point of purchase, don mccue chevrolet where I have majority of all work done. They fail to understand that they are not the only mechanics in town. They are using this fact for the purpose of denial of any responsibility. I spoke with dennis briner the service manager at don mccue about this problem, and he stated after some arguing that this area of the vehicle is not considered regular maintenance with brake jobs or any other maintenance check up. They offered $130.00 to clean the corrosion but later refused, due too the fact they may break the sensor. My feeling is, is that this was a developing problem over the short life of the vehicle and should be covered by gm. I spoke with gm corporate directly and they responded that I failed to keep regular maintenance records. But when I asked where in their records do they show a regular maintenance schedule for ABS speed sensors they said there isn't one. Gm hasn't been able to provide me with an owner's manual that proves them right. The solution was to pull the ABS fuse by direction of a don mccue service tech. And gm offered to give me a gm loyalty certificate once I get the work done.
When road conditions are wet, the rear brakes on my truck lock-up as the vehicle is coming to a stop. This is a dangerous condition, as it interferes with my ability to control the vehicle during wet conditions. Additionally, when I accelarate from the stop, the rear breaks release with a loud clunking sound. The problem has occurred in the past after going through a car wash, however, the problem did not persist since the wheather conditions at those times were dry. In the last incident, however, the problem persisted since the wheather was rainy and the roads were wet. I am very concerned regarding this problem.
While driving 25 MPH consumer heard a loud noise coming from the front. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to a body shop for inspection. Mechanic determined that the rotors and brakes needed to be replaced due to worn parts. *ak brake disk rotar failed. Rotar surface broke off completely resulting in complete loss of brake in the front right wheel.
While driving ABS engaged. This caused the brake pedal to go to the floor. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
While braking vehicle pulsated, and the ABS brakes engaged. Dealership repaired the problem four times, but problem recurred. *ak when applying the brakes at low speeds on dry pavement the ABS kicked in. The dealer has replaced the front speed sensor four times but the problem recurs.
Consumer states the brake pedal constantly "creeps" to the floor board while vehicle is stopped or in motion. Dlr diagnosed problem w/bypass in master cylinder and replaced it. Problem is still occuring. Nlm
The anti-lock brakes engage often when braking. I saw an article in our mpls. Star tribune newspaper which someone wrote in with a similar problem, same year vehicle, and said we should contact you for investigation. The brakes basically engage even on dry pavement, moving at slow speeds. We think that these brakes should only be engaging when you are having to stop suddenly and are concerned this may be more of a problem later on. We do have approx 120,000 miles on the vehicle but this has been a problem for a long time now. We were told by a mechanic that his pickup does the same thing and this year is noted for that problem. No need to fix it. I just wanted you to be aware of something we are seeing that we feel is not quite right.
While driving at low speed on dry pavement anti lock brakes will kick in,as if vehicle is driven on icy or snowy roads. Had to pump on brake pad.had vehicle serviced, but problem reoccurred.
Anti-lock brakes activate on dry pavement at a slow, gradual stop... 75% of time.
While driving consumer stepped on brakes and without warning brake pedal went to the floor, resulting in vehicle not stopping. *ak the cause for the brake to go to the floor was determined to be a faulty master cylinder, also the front brake rotors were out of round, and the rear brakes were not hitting drums all the way.
At 5 MPH consumer applied brakes ABS activated then released, resulting in a front crash. No injuries, damage to vehicle was $ 7000.00.
Rotors and drums have already been replaced three times, but need to be replaced again. Contacted dealer.
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