I drive a 2002 chevrolet silverado z71. In november 2004 the ABS brake system would activate every time I would press the brake at speeds less than 10 MPH. I took it to the gm service and they had to replace the entire hub assembly because the sensors were corroded. A recall was issued on the sensor problem. Recently I have an ABS light that comes on everytime I start moving. Occasionally the brake light also comes on. I took it in to gm service and was told that the ABS pump assy and module were both broken and repair costs would be about $2000. I was told that the brakes worked fine, I just wouldn't have the ABS feature. However I believe the ABS system is an important safety feature on a vehicle, especially in areas that experience inclement weather. In addition, the service representative told me that the ABS light is triggering the occasional brake light. The false positive is dangerous because it can cause complacency where drivers would ignore a real brake failure. I understand that it's impossible for automobile components to last indefinitely. However, it's obvious that general motors trucks have efficient brake systems, especially concerning the ABS.
2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 brakes complaints
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Spongy brakes, no brakes at times. Last incident feb. 1, 2006 while backing in drive. Pushed on brake and pedal went to floor. A loud rattling, hammering noise came from vehicle and no braking felt. I have complained about this since I bought the truck in 2003 at 22586 miles. The master cylinder was rebuilt about april 23, 2004 and it didn't help; in fact we about lost all braking going home from dealer. I phoned the dealer and he ordered a new master cylinder. It was replaced may 3, 2004 but the pedal was still spongy and braking very poor. When stopped and engine running you can push the brake pedal clear to the floor. I have been told this is normal. Well, normal almost caused a wreck on a down hill t road with my wife with me. I phoned chevrolet customer assistance center (file 1-212176923) for help. A waste of time. I phoned chevrolet motor division (1800-222-1020) and all they suggested was to take the truck back to the dealer, a 30 mile drive one way. They didn't help in four other visits . I did take it back on jan. 6, 2006 for a brake recall on wheel detectors but it didn't help the braking a bit. Thanks.
At 37720 miles on 2002 chevrolet 4x4 pickup. Took vehicle to dealer for safety inspection and service to gm dealership. Was informed that vehicle would not pass inspection due to brake rotors and pads being rusted and worn out. This was in march 2005. In october 2005 received recall notice relating to severe corrosion between front hub/bearing and speed sensor. Filled for a claim reimbursement due to the fact that all parts were inter related. Also even the repair invoice stated worn out/rusted. Was informed that no reimbursement would be paid.
On 2002 chevy silverado 1500 w/only 25,500 miles, noticed a noise in rear brakes. When rotating tires, discovered both rotors were rusted and corroded, but with plenty of brake pad and thereby causing abnormal wear on brake pads. Took vehicle to local gm dealer for inspection by service personnel, who determined same problem, but would not provide good will repair. For obvious safety reasons, purchased replacement rotors and brake pads and completed repairs on our own. We have contacted gm to try to obtain refund of our costs, but not yet resolved the issue. Research indicates that gm is aware of this problem with brake rotors. Additionally the vehicle still experiences problem w/ABS speed sensor requiring additional braking distance at slow speeds, but was not included in the first recall by gm. Previously reported this complaint.
Dt: the contact received a recall letter for the ABS sensors he had the work performed, but the ABS pump has gone bad. He contacted general motors, and they stated that because maintenance on vehicle was not performed at a gm dealership they would not assist him with the repairs. *ak updated 11/29/2005 -
Our silverado has the exact problem described in recall #05v37900 for the anti-lock brakes. Because we are not considered a "salt belt" state g.m. Will not recall our truck.
Abs brake system has been recalled for 2002 silverodo trucks in several states west va. Being one of them I live within 10 min of west, va. We are a state that gets a lot of road salt. My brake sensor system has gone out . The champaign number is 05vb379000. Virginia needs to be added to this recall list I have just had one side repaired at a cost of $333.00 now the other side is bad. This recall started in august but will not be issued untill nov. 2005 there could be several accidents and maybe injuries or fatalities before nov.please help to have virginia included in this recall at least the mountians of south west virginia thank you for yor assistance.
Emergency brake stopped working on my 2002 chevrolet tahoe after 34,757 miles. A properly working emergency brake is critical, as my three small children ride in and play around this vehicle.
At low speeds the ABS system engages when the break is applied causing the truck to brake poorly. Until just recently I've had no problems and my brake pads are fine per my mechanic who checked them about 2 weeks ago. While driving the truck I pulled into a friends driveway about 5mph and applied the brake on dry pavement when the ABS came on and I was sent crashing into his garage. This has happend almost 20 times since that day. I can not even drive my truck to work anymore due to fear of hitting someone. I have a 2002 silverado xc 1500 4x4 that is very well maintained with 81332miles. My father and brother both own similar model gm trucks both 2000 models with exactly the same problem. Nothing has been done as of yet to fix my truck I'm waiting to see if I can make the dealer pay for the damages done and fix my brake system.
Driving 2002 chevy silverado 1500 pickup. Slowing down to stop in traffic and/or sudden stops at slow speed causes antilock brake system to activitate and requires farther stopping distance.
Complaint ref [xxx] on mar 12,2005 I had a failure of the ABS brake system that resulted in a complete brake failure! I stopped the vehicle by turning off the ignition. The failure was in a parking lot at slow speed. I had the same type of failure on aug 3,2004. I reported it to the federal safety agency at that time. Last aug gm ok'd a warranty fix by using service bullt. # 02-05-006a-(nov 26,2002). At that time there was damage to the front of the vehicle due to running into a fence. After complaining, they agreed to pay for fixing the damage. Now back to the present failure. The dealership said the problem this time was the wheel hub assemblies which the ABS sensors are attached. Contacting gm, I told them I believed the repair should be covered under the warranty even though my mileage was 36,500. They said it would not be covered under warranty because it was 3 months and 500 miles over the warranty. I did not agree with them as I see this as a continuation of last august's problem and that it wasn't fixed correctly at that time. I had the truck fixed and paid the $631 myself. I am contacting you because I believe there is an ABS brake problem with the vehicle that is not peculiar to my vehicle but no doubt is widespread. I know you do not have an investigation at this time but I think there should be? The fact that there is a bulletin on it tells me it is happening to other vehicles! My vehicle is a 2002 chevy silverado full size pick up. It is not 4 wheel drive and is a c1500. Veh id # is [xxx]. Thank you for your help. [xxx]. *jb *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Some times when pushing down on the foot brake, it becoming stiff and won't depress. At this time the use of the hand brake has to be used to stop. If had several close calls, but no accident so far.
Vehicle had grinding noise from rear wheels and loss of power. Rear brakes failed with 9, 975 miles on vehicle. Dealer found right rear brake caliper rusted solid and not operating, causing inner right disk brake pad to wear out prematurely. Was advised that this was a result of the vehicle not being used enough, allowing components inside the caliper to rust. Dealer rebuilt right rear calipers, turned down both excessively rusted rear rotors and replaced rear disc brake pads.
Chevy truck began a vibration and chattering in brake pedal at low speed . *bf the ABS braking system wheel had locked up.
The consumer took the vehicle through inspection and it was determined that the rotors had rusted. The rotors were turned instead of being replaced by the dealer. The consumer was driving the vehicle approximately 3 months later and the vehicle was hard to stop when the brakes were applied. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer again and it was discovered that the bearing and hub assembly was defective and it was replaced on the left side.
When the consumer applied the brake while driving 3 MPH to park the vehicle the ABS activated which resulted in extended stoppingdistance. The vehicle hit a barrier wall which caused $85 in damage. *ak
The tailgate fell off at 70 MPH and the consumer almost had a collision. The consumer had taken the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the safety cable deteriorated and the brakes would be replaced. *ak *sc
I own two 2002 gm products, a tahoe and a silverado pickup. The emergency brakes do not work on either vehicle. I have had to take both to the dealer for repair to get them to pass state inspection. I have contacted five of my friends that own 2002 gm products and three out of the five have the same problem. That is a safety concern and someone needs to investigate this in greater detail.
While pressing on the brake pedal, the driver would also press on the accelerator pedal causing the vehicle to surge forward. Owner has made contact with the dealership. *ph the brake pedal has to travel past the accelerator pedal to activate the brakes. As a result the accelerator pedal is accidentally pressed simultaneously .*ts
Although the truck is rated to tow 9000 lbs the parking brake will not hold my 7000 pound trailer from rolling down the hill forwards or backwards. My 3000 lb boat rolls backwards into the water at a boat launch. The pbrake pedal goes to the floor with little resistance. Two different chevy dealers have seen the truck. The first dealer adjusted the brake and it was better, the second said that there was nothing more that they could do. It still rolls with a trailer on it. The dealers said that the low resistance pbrake is a design feature.
When the brake was applied, the vehicle experienced extended stopping distance.
Truck equipped with anti-lock brakes, brake pedal descends to the floor when first starting out, and will also do that while being driven. Dealership states that this is normal.
While approaching a stop sign at 30 MPH driver started to apply the brakes, and there was no response. Driver used additional pressure but vehicle would not stop. Then brakes caught, and driver stopped vehicle. This problem has occurred more than once.
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