I have a 1999 chevrolet silverado and my ABS light and parking brake light has came on recently. The braking on my truck is not very good in wet conditions. I found that it is a common problem on chevy trucks, and I was told that I should just remove the fuse. I was told it has something to do with the wheel hub assembly, and it is a costly fix. I think for once chevrolet should step up and put out a recall on this problem. There is also another common complaint about my dash cluster, which I had also found is a common problem, the odometer will go off and on when it feels like, and the gas gauge frequently goes up and down, and the fuel light comes on periodically. Thank you for your time.
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 brakes complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving 25 MPH, the brake pedal extended to the floor when depressed. The vehicle coasted to a repair shop. The mechanic stated that the steel brake line failed. The contact has the old parts if needed. The current and failure mileages were 80,000. *updated 12/27/07 *lj the consumer stated failure was above and below drivers foot and involved the brake line. Updated 12/12/07
Brake line rust at the anti-lock controller with all other brake lines in like new condition.
The ABS is activating at low speeds mostly during parking maneuvers. The truck has been serviced under the front sensor recall but the repair did not solve the problem.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. When decelerating to 5 MPH or lower, the antilock brake pedal extends completely to the floor and increases the stopping distance. The contact referenced recall # 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock), which applies to his VIN. He stated that the recall repair was performed in 2002, during which the failure occurred while driving in reverse. The current failure occurs when the vehicle is in drive. The current mileage is 100,090 and failure mileage was 97,000. Updated 02-01-08 *bf updated 02/01/08
Anti-lock brake light and the brake light on the dash cluster comes on and stays on while driving.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving at any speed, the brake pedal vibrated when depressed and the ABS light illuminated. The road conditions were clear. The dealer stated that this was normal behavior for the ABS, and no repairs were performed. The dealer inspected the vehicle on two more occasions and could not find any failure. The contact experienced this failure approximately eight hundred times. The current mileage is 109,000, and the failure mileage is unknown.
1999 chevrolet silverado 1500 pickup customer states that he received a recall letter for the ABS and after getting brakes fixed the pickup started having problems with starting idling**cc the consumer took the vehicle back to dealer, who then stated the ABS motor was running constantly and the fuse needed to be pulled or the battery would die. Once the fuse was pulled, the noise stopped. The dealer said to fix the problem would be costly and to just drive the vehicle. Once the consumer left the dealer the brake light illuminated, the consumer took the vehicle back to the dealer and it was determined that the ABS module was bad. The consumer stated everything was fine before the recall was performed. The consumer was told the starting problems were due to the fuel pressure regulator needing to be replaced. The dealer decided to split the cost of the ABS module with the consumer.
Parking brake on 1999 chevrolet silverado doesn't release completely and drags on the drum causing excessive wear on the drum and brake shoe. As the wear increases the brakes lose their ability to hold the vehicle.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact received a recall notice in the mail to have the brakes serviced. The dealer replaced the brakes, but was now charging the contact for other services that were included in the recall. The dealer stated that other parts on the vehicle assisted in causing the brakes to fail. The manufacturer suggested that the contact's driving habits may be the reason for the failure. Also, the dealer stated that the contact should get used to the brakes jumping, and needed to replace the entire brake system. The current and failure mileage were 75,000.
The ABS pump wont shut off when I turn off my truck, causing a dead battery. The pump went bad 3 weeks after the warranty expired. Dealer told me it would be around $1000 to fix or I could pull the fuse. Every person ive talked to with a 99 silverado has had the exact same problem.
When pushing the brake pedal, there is a resistance, a grinding noise, and truck does not stop. If you let off the pedal and immediately push it again, problem is stopped. Very stressful driving this truck, which is our only vehicle at this time. Numerous times we have almost rear ended cars or hit buildings in parking spaces. We took it to a garage, they replaced both rear calipers at $375.00, before I even pulled out of the parking lot the brakes did it again. Now we can't afford to replace the ABS sensor due to the caliper bill. We live in kentucky, why weren't we included in the recall? If ohio and indiana get snow, so do we and they were in the recall.
Tl*- the contact stated that the 1999 chevrolet silverado 1550 extended cab antilock brake pump continued to come on and stay on. He had to disconnect the antilock brake pump about one month after he purchased the vehicle. The contact stated that there was recall o5v379000 for the service brakes, hydraulic: antilock. He stated that the recall was repaired about six months ago, the pump already failed prior to recall. The failure mileage was 61,150, and the current mileage was 135,000.*ak the 4 wheel drive light stays illuminated and there was a leak coming from the drivers door. Update 05/04/07
Constant noise from under drivers side ,had gm dealer diagnose problem ($75),was told electronic brake control module had internal short. Ext. Warranty would not cover the $900.00 expense,contacted gm customer assistance who said they could not help with problem,showed no concern over the safety of having the ABS system working, dealer tech. Advised to pull fuse. Am know without ABS brakes. Feel gm should take care of this safety issue.
Abs light came on, then a electric motor sound from under the vehicle,taken to a dealership, was a failed ABS module. Had to be replaced. This was the second time in 6 year this has been replaced, the first time was covered by warranty, this time coast 1180 dollars to replace, I feel gm has a problem with the system, and this should be a recall problem.
For several months I had noticed that the ABS would occasionally engage at low speeds on dry pavement, resulting in increased pedal travel and increased stopping distances. Then on december 15, as I left the house and had driven about 100 yards, I heard a grinding sound coming from the ABS unit next to the transfer case, and the noise stopped when I pulled the ABS fuse. I called o'brien chevrolet, and the earliest they could look at it was december 20. They looked at it, and told me that the ABS unit had developed an internal short, and would have to be replaced, costing about $1200.00. I was shocked! This truck is in like-new condition, with only 37,200 miles, and its always been kept in a garage or a carport. I can't believe that 37,200 miles is a normal service life of a general motors ABS unit before they develop shorts and have to be replaced.
Defective brake pressure module valve assembly**cc the consumer stated the check engine light illuminated.
On the approx. Date listed I had a problem with my ABS. System running non stop. When I approached a local dealer about this issue, I was told it would be a few thousand dollars to fix or I could just pull the fuse and ignore the lights that would be on so this is what I did. I was recently notified that this problem could now be fixed for much less ($1500).
Last fall I reported to the federal safety agency that a solid brake line tubing failed on my 1999 silverado which I lost braking power which almost caused me to go over the side of the mountain just before kingwoo wv. I had this repair done a the chevy dealer in nearby oakland md named team one. No response was received from the federal safety agency. Wednesday this past week I was heading for clarksburg vamc when the second ridged brake line cracked as the first. Again I almost lost the vehicle as I was gong down hill just outside kingwood and almost lost the truck over the mountain. Again I got it this time to joe romeos chevy dealer where I purchased the truck. Same findings as the first and they reiterated that this was normal wear and tear and my extended warranty would not cover it, but I stated how can lines that should have been stainless steel or rust resistant that fail be excluded from the warranty? I asked this of gm last week and all I got was a beat around the bush answer and they would not pay. This leaves me with over $400 in repair bills I have to pay. My truck has been at the latest dealer for almost a week now with hopes of getting it back today. This what I call inferior parts but my electric wheel chair that is in back of the vehicle I do have use of. [xxx],of crl and assoc motorcycle safety consultant. Also I mentioned the dealer has knowledge of others that they broke in same manor as mine. *jb information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 2 MPH into a service dealer, the brake was applied and the brake pedal began to pulsate and the ABS system made a banging noise in the front of the vehicle. The brake was not responsive at all. The vehicle collided with the service door. There was 3200 worth of damage done to the service door and 1500 dollars in damage to the truck the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who replaced the right front hub assembly. The repair fixed the problem. The manufacturer was also notified. There ABS engage when it wasn't necessary. Updated 01/10/07.
Antilock brake module failure.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 MPH on normal road conditions, the wheels locked up. The vehicle spun 180 degrees resulting in the vehicle facing the traffic. Also while applying pressure to the brakes, it went all the way to the floor. The design of braking system was 4-wheel antilock. The nature of the failure was permanent. The failed part was available upon request and there was no repair invoice. The ABS light illuminated after the incident occurred. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who determined that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified.
Dt*: the contact stated both ABS brake warning lights illuminated when the vehicle was started. When the vehicle was turned off, there was a clicking sound, so a wire was disconnected from the ABS system. When restarted, the warning lights remained illuminated. The service dealer and manufacturer were notified. The consumer stated the seat belts tighten up at times and won't release, unless they are unbuckled. Updated 12/01/06.
I have a 1999 chevy silverado. Last week I went to the chevy dealership and had them fix the wheel speed sensor under the recall for the ABS activation. I told them that I pulled the fuse for the ABS motor a while back and I didn't have a replacement. To my surprise, he said that fixing the wheel speed sensor would not fix the ABS problem I was having. He said this without any details as to why I pulled the fuse. He said that the problem was the ABS motor. He said that the circuit packs within the motor are shorted and the motor would have to be replaced. It seemed like he has seen this problem many times before. Even seemed annoyed when I asked further about it. I got the feeling that he has to answer questions about this all the time. Everyone I know with this same vehicle is having the same problem. The mechanic I use to go to told me that he sees this problem all the time on chevy's and gms from around 1999. He owns a 2000 gm sierra and is having the same problem. Gm put out a recall for the ABS, but are not fixing the problem completely. Chevy dealership told me it would cost about $800.00 to replace the motor. I feel like gm took the cheap way out by fixing the wheel speed censor. Is everyone else with this problem being fooled thinking that their ABS problem is going to be fixed with this recall that is currently out? Why is gm concerned about one safety issue (the cheap one) and not another (the expensive one)?
I have a 1999 chevrolet silverado pick up truck that the brake lines have corroded and failed rendering the brakes useless. Fortunately, this happened in my driveway and not on the highway. I have had to have all these lines replaced. This truck is only 7 years old and my service garage has stated to me that they replace brake lines on late model chevrolet trucks at least once a month. I have written chevrolet about this problem and I did not received a response. I believe there is a serious problem with the brake line material or manufacture of these items.
Dt*: the contact stated the ABS light illuminated intermittently and the vehicle required excessive stopping distance. The dealership replaced the wheel sensor, but the problem persisted. There was an the federal safety agency recall, #05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Abs light coming on. May go a week before it comes on or the next time I start the truck up no pattern brakes still work , 99 silverado.
I noticed pressing the brakes at slow speed the brakes became soft and the ABS system kicked in. There is a recall for this exact thing in certain states but not mine and I am being told I have to pay 800$ to repair it.
Dt*: the contact stated while rotating the tires, there was extreme corrosion on the rotors, and upon further inspection the parking brake was extremely worn as well. The vehicle was exposed to harsh winter weather, but road salts were not used. There is a the federal safety agency recall, #05v161000, regarding the parking brake. The vehicle VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was alerted.
Dt*: the contact stated after parking the vehicle, a noise like a small electric motor running was heard. The underside of the vehicle was inspected by the contact. The plug to the ABS antilock brake pump was disconnected. A service dealer was contacted and offered to diagnose and replace the pump at half the cost. The manufacturer was notified and made the same offer. Updated 10/25/2006
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