When driving at speed below 40 MPH the ABS system is kicking in and locking the brakes up. Front brake rotors sometimes haung up/overheated and the consumer smelled the brakes burning. When consumer turned the key off, front brakes unlocked. Vehicle has been in repair shop five times for the brakes and the ABS system. Dealer couln't determine the cause.
1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 brakes complaints
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Ongoing / intermittent problem braking system failing to operate whenever the vehicle rolls over bumpy surface. Dealer / manufacturer notified and informed cnsumer that nothing could be found, or could not duplicate the problem. Can the federal safety agency help in this matter or provide additional information.
Brakes repair on four occasions however still experience problems. Mjs
Vacuum power brake booster failed while braking abruptly to avoid hitting another vehicle. Nlm
Master cylinder leaks, causing brake fluid to leak, and resulting in no braking ability. Master cylinder parts were replaced 3 times. However, problem is reoccurring. Dealer cannot determine the cause. Please provide further information.
With only 20000 miles of light driving (no pulling conditions), the front pads were worn to the point needing replacement. The dealer admitted that they have seen pads wear out on my vehicle at 15000 miles in some cases. This, to me and every mechanic I've spoken to, seems extremely excessive.
Rear brake fluid leak.
Brake pedal would go to the floor when the ABS brakes are applied. This would cause an extended stopping distance. An intermittent problem. Sometimes there are no brakes. Has been to dealer numerous times for the problem, but each time the mechanic could not locate problem.
When consumer applies the brakes the vehicle pulls to the right.-the shop repaired it, and now it pulls to the left.
Rotors warped causing vibration.
Vehicle would squeal and grind. Also, pulled to the left when stopping. Dealer found the left caliper slid/froze up. In addition, rotors and front pads had to be replaced due to grinding of rotors, repairs were made at owners expense.
Consumer was driving about 45 MPH when he was rear ended by another vehicle. Applied brakes and the brakes went straight to the floorboard. Consumer hit the curb, and the vehicle came to a stop. Driver's air bag failed to deploy. Contacted the dealer for repair service.
While driving at any speed and applying the brakes, they went to the floorboard and vehicle kept going. Then traveling for a short distance the vehicle came to a stop. Contacted the dealer for repairs, and dealer said there wasn't anything wrong with the vehicle. But consumer stated that dealer took the vehicle in for repairs three times beore, and the promblem still exists.
Abs malfunction.
Brake problems; when applying the brakes coming to a sudden stop, the truck will pull to the left or right. This happens on any road surface. No inclement waether. Dealer not able to correct the problem. Not sure if the truck has ABS.
While driving vehicle about 55 MPH consumer front brakes do not release, and the component on the ABS kelsey heyes gets too hot and consumer cannot hold on. When brakes get hot they make noise like grinding metal to metal. Manufacturer and dealer were contacted.
When traveling about 30-35 MPH and upon making a sudden stop on dry pavement the brake pedal went to the floorboard, causing extended stopping distance, and resulting in an accident. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has yet to replace any parts, unable to determine the cause. Please provide any further details.
Vehicle has ABS brakes. When towing extra loads brake pedal goes to the floor. Cause of problem unknown.
While driving vehicle about 20 MPH brake pads did not work properly. When applied brake pedal the vehicle started pulling to either side (left of right). The other safety problem involved the throttle sticking when traveling between speeds 10-25 MPH resulting in the vehicle operating as if the cruise control was engaged. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer unable to duplicate the problem.
Fuel pump failed.
Brakes do not work correctly each time brake pedal is applied.
Consumer states upon depressing the brake pedal the rear brakes locked up, causing the vehicle to go into a skid. Also, problem is bad when traveling on pavement.
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