Anti-lock brakes engaging at slow speeds in clear and dry weather. Would not stop in time while trying to park in a hospital parking lot . Vehicle went past intended stop in lot and just missed a pedestrian. Truck was stopped by curb. Truck was taken to local shop not under warranty. Cause of braking problem was corrosion on wheel sensors. Rear sensors where cleaned. Front left caliper and pads were damaged requiring replacement of both front calipers( replacement in set only required)will check to see if old part is still available. Rear sensors have not been replaced.
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 brakes complaints
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At about 55,900 miles, the ABS on my pickup truck began comming on at about 5 to 8 MPH when braking on dry pavement. This increased stopping distance when braking and LED to my wife crashing into a steel pole barrier in a parking lot and destroying the front bumper.
2001 chevrolet silverado pickup emergency brake failure. Recall doesn't include trucks with automatic transmissions, but they have the same brake systems. My emergency brakes are not working although I have only used them a couple of times in four years. Also, after questioning other people with same trucks they find out that their brakes are not working either.
The owner complained about a brake problem. When applying the brakes they hardened, and the vehicle would not stop. Also the owner changed the brake pads, rotors, and bled the brakes. Currently, the vehicle still doesn't have much braking power. *ak the problem was found to be the right front bearing and the hub sensor. *sc
Abs brake faulty sensor on 2001 silverado engages on dry surfaces at low speeds. The safety issue concerns increased stopping distance, and it occurs without warning. Further, the dealer only offers to clean them or replace the defect at the owners expense.
The consumer requested assistance for 15 failures and or problems with gm 2001 chevy truck. *bf the steering rod assembly would pop when the steering wheel was turned, the shifter boot ripped immediately, the tailgate straps broke and bent the tailgate, the pcv valve was using 4 quarts of oil and the dealer was unable to find the problem, the battery exploded at 40k miles, the right rear brake on the inside had worn down the metal, the lights on the stereo burned out, the lights had burned out, the valve cover were leaking oil before 100k miles, the fur wheel drive switch had broken at 50k miles, the transmission did not shift at 1k miles and the dealers were unable to find the problem, the engine experienced a pre-ignition knock and the dealer was unable to find the problem, the driver's seat controls ripped at 60k miles, the transmission had complete gone out at 118k miles and the seat belts latch system had become defective.
When the consumer drove over 5 MPH the wheel sensor kicked in and the vehicle will not stop. The consumer had the brakes serviced. *jb the consumer stated that the sensor in the wheel bearing was reporting bad information. All brakes where replaced and the problem still existed.
Battery failure, front and rear rotors problem. * bf
Parking brakes on a 2001 chevrolet silverado. I have 42000 miles and this is the second time the parking brakes wore out prematurally. Have never been abused and use normally. The first time around at 21000 miles. Parking brakes linning are worn beyond recommended thickness and cannot hold the vehicle. First time I replaced the linnings and will again have to place the linings. Never told about premature lining failure when I purchased the first set.I don't belive parking brake lining should wear out at 20000 miles.
Parking brake, day time running lights, o2 sensor, uel gauge .
The consumer took the vehicle to dealer to have the tires rotated, when it was discovered that the rotors rusted and the pads needed to be replaced. The consumer mad complaint with the manufacturer since this was the first servicing since the consumer purchased the vehicle. The consumer is aware of other vehicles with similar problems. *ak there was extensive rusting and pitting of the brake system.
Parking brake hasn't worked since around 20000 miles, brake will depress, but won't keep truck from rolling. Loud piston slap, knocking from engine mostly when engine is cold, goes away after warmed up. This is a z71 and the 4 wheel drive buttons do not work all the time when trying to put into 4 wheel drive. Power mirrors don't work a lot of the time. At least one of the front running lights stay burned out most of the time. Truck is out of warranty now but these problems have existed for a long time. A lot of other trucks of this same model have all the same problems. Gm should address these problems and make them right at no cost to the consumer.
Faulty ABS module; ABS pump kept running after engine ignition turned off. Part 88982296.
Parking brake does not hold. About a year to 18 months after the vehicles (2001 z71 cheverlet and 2002 surbuban) the park brake fails to hold. As time went on, the parking brake pedel needed to be depressed lower and lower until the brake would no longer hold the vehicle.
Anti lock brake system. You have to push on the brakes with both feet in order to get the truck to stop. I have several friends whom are having the same problem.
We purchased a 2001 silverado ext in 7-01. Truck had about 16,000 miles on it, when we bought it new/used. Parking brake seemed to be really soft, but lot assured us, nothing was wrong with it and that the new technology we had with vehicle's, made it easier for elderly people and such. Yes the brake works great on level ground, but wait until you really need it like on a sloped driveway............. Or getting the vehicle inspected! This is when they really give you the works!!dealership wanted to charge us almost $200 to fix a 15 minute job, which should have been fixed while it was under warranty. We had an unfortunate incident, which resulted in the death of another person. To make a long story short, I feel it may have been prevented, if these(so called) great anti-lock brakes on gm vehicles did what they are supposed to do. We have encountered several occasions where the brakes go to the floor, get really spongy, even when constant pressure on pedal is maintained, and the result is erratic! What happened to the gmc/chevrolet brand?! ----p.s.- we were told this is a common complaint on the parking brake, but yet there is no recall on a safety defect?! By the way, gm this is the last vehicle purchase we will make from you. It seems the quality and safety factor mean nothing to your company anymore, without trying to make more money from the consumer...oh well, just one less customer!!
Nothing but problems with truck. First was the slip yoke in the drive shaft, felt like tranny was slipping from take off at start position. Replaced under warranty.*ak anti-lock brakes would come on with every stop. Usually at very slow speeds, causing truck to exceed 5-10 ft further than it should have. Had front wheel bearing replaced, fixed for some time doing it again. Also in the mean time, had to have all brakes and rotors replaced. Brake system is awful. This could cause accidents. Also, has cold engine knock, very loud knock, not a normal knock. Something isnt right with this. Done this since a little over 20,000 miles, worse when temperatures outside are low. Had to have 4x4 switch on dash replaced. Kept getting service 4wd unit. Out of warranty at this time. I know of at least 4 other with all same problems. Still nothing done with gm, something should be done. Especially with the brake system. Safety hazard.
Chevrolet has a defective clip that is on thier emergency brake system and they know this but are not doing a recall to try and solve this problem. There is a technical service bulletin out on this problem but they still are not accepting fault and are making the consumer pay for thier mistake. After repeated phone calls to them I did get them to agree to pay for half of the fix on my 1/2 ton pick-up. My question is why is nothing being done about this problem? It is not so much the money I had to put out of pocket but the fact they know there is a problem on all of thier trucks made after 1999.
My 2001 chevrolet c1500 silverado is two years old and due it's first state inspection. The truck would not pass because the emergency brake would not stop the truck, even sitting still at idle. The emergency brake has never been used, but both emergency brake shoes were worn out and one rotor/drum was ruined.
While driving and with no warning brakes went out. This could have caused an accident. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.
When applying brakes pedal is soft, and then pedal goes all the way to floor. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak
While driving 55 MPH applied brakes and there was extended braking distance, and a squealing sound. Dealer replaced rear drums/ shoes and pads. Stated this was normal wear and tear.
Vehicle was parked, pressed parking brake and brakes went all the way to the floor. Consumer contacted dealer, and they stated that it was normal. *akthe consumer checked several other gm trucks and found that some of their parking brakes also go to the floor, the consumer is concerned that when adjustment is needed the adjustment rods will have no adjustment left, the consumer believes that the wrong cable length was used either front or rear.
Brakes are not working properly. Had to push brakes down twice before vehicle stops. Also, brakes donot work good on dry pavement.
While depressing brakes noticed pedal traveling to floorboard. Vehicle was serviced and technician could not find problem. When trying to stop at a stop sign vehice lost braking power, vehicle went into extended stopping distance, causing an accident. *ak 2 people were injured in accident.
Consumer has to push down on brakes hard before vehicle will stop. Consumer has almost ran a stop sign.
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