While traveling at about 5 MPH, I experience a total brake failure. The petal dropped to the floor. I was unable to stop the vehicle resulting in a rear end collision with the stopped vehicle in front of me. It was determined that a brake line ruptured. I was under the impression that it was a law that vehicles of this year had a dual braking system to avoid this situation. If this vehicle does have such a system it did not function.the vehicle had to be towed from the scene since it had no brakes.
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 brakes complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. While the vehicle was on an incline, the brakes failed to engage without warning. After depressing the brake pedal several times, the brakes were able to engage. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 85,349.
Brakes failed. Leak from corroded brake line
Total brake failure due to a ruptured metal brake line/pipe. Failure occurred in my driveway while attempting to move the truck forward. I understand that a recall for this failure was denied for general motors trucks up to the 2003 model year but my truck is a 2005 model, and based on what I have learned, this failure continues with newer models. This recall needs to be re-opened and re-investigated by professional engineers and mechanics. I've worked on motor vehicles all my adult life, for a time as a certified new york state inspector even, and never saw a corrosion related brake failure of this nature. My truck is not a work truck. This type of brake failure can, and likely has been the result of fatal accidents. There are now well over 3.5k complaints and hundreds of accidents relating to this specific brake failure on gm trucks.
Complete and sudden brake failure while pressing on brake pedal to slow vehicle to avoid colliding with vehicle ahead -vehicle was in motion _operator pressed brake pedal -brake pedal travelled to floor and vehicle did not slow certified mechanic diagnosed problem as burst brake line
All brake lines rusted . Brake lines leaking fluid . Low brake fluid. Was driving on highway had pay load400 pounds.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving less than 5 MPH, the brake pedal would unexpectedly stop working. The contact stated that the anti-lock brake system was not functioning properly. The contact had to depress the brake pedal several times to get it to work. The steering wheel would also stop functioning when the brakes experienced the failure. There were no warning indicators illuminated at the time of the failure. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or repaired. The manufacturer was called, but the contact did not speak with a live representative. The failure mileage was 220,000.
I was driving down a hill about 25 MPH on a city street when a warning notice appeared " service steering system" and " service brake system". Almost immediately I could not steer or brake. I almost hit a pedestrian trying to steer and stop. I finally was able to turn a corner and stopped. I slowly drove two blocks to my house at about 5 MPH. I am a strong man and if my wife or a less strong individual had been driving, or if I had been going more than the 25 MPH or if I was driving at night, I am sure I wouldn't have been able to avoid hitting the pedestrian and / or going off the road and wrecking. This seems like a major accident waiting to happen. My vehicle has been towed to the gmc repair shop in beaverton, oregon awaiting diagnosis.
I was coming home on a state highway traveling 45 MPH I turned onto my home street and I had no brakes. Luckily I was 200 feet from my driveway and I coasted and turned into my driveway and was able to stop. I had it towed to a gm dealer and found out all my brake lines had rusted out. The mechanic could not get the bleeder screws off the calliphers because the screws were also rusted out. We always undercoat our vehicles when we buy them brand new so nothing would rust out under there. In 2005 we were told by our dealer that if we undercoat we would lose our warranty. The mechanic also told us that the new brake lines are all poly coated now, so they won't rust out anymore. Why weren't they poly coated to begin with . The expense was 1200.00 to replace the brake lines plus the towing fee. The mechanic told us he seen this in 2002,2003,2004,2005 and 2006 trucks. 2007 hasn't come in yet.
Backed out of driveway brake pedal went to floor.repair shop said brake lines all rusted.
While driving on a highway at 55mph, I pressed on the brake to slow my speed as I was entering a congested area nearing a town. The pedal went to the floor. I geared it down manually with my gearshift and turned off the highway into a self-car wash. After looking under vehicle, I noticed brake fluid all around drivers side rear wheel. After further detailed inspection, the brake line that runs from the master cyl to rear of vehicle to a union mounted on frame that converts solid line to flex hose type had corroded and cracked. Truck was just inspected 6 months prior at dealer. In my 45 years of driving professionally, I have never had a brake line fail for no reason, as it was untouched and secured just as it was when it left factory. Its obvious to me and everyone I talk to that the break line is made of a lower quality steel or not as thick as ones produced in the past by gm. I have heard that thru the grapevine that a certain someone who decides faults in these cases suggested that salt put on the roads in the winter could have caused this if the trucks underside were not washed off after winter driving to remove the corrosive salt. While I would agree to that to some extent, because I am one who does take pride in my $ 32,000 vehicle, I not only power wash the underside several times a winter, but also undercoat it as well. What makes this so dangerous, is that brake fluid that leaks causes major damage to everything it comes in contact with. My fuel tank, wiring, insulation around wire, paint that peels off everything which means frame rust now. The worst and most dangerous of all is that the leaking brake fluid turns pavement made with asphalt into a oil slick on the road that is not noticed by the everyday driver. And there is no stopping whatsoever when you start to slide. I want gm to fix and install the safe and correct ones, stainless steel. Thank you
I was going down my driveway, pulling a 16 ft stock trailer and the brake line to the rear passenger side wheel ruptured. I was able to stop, but could not have if I'd been at highway speed. The electric brakes on the trailer helped. Took to chevy service and all brake lines were corroded and eaten through. Pistons corroded and stuck on both front calipers. All lines were replaced along with the calipers. Total cost was $1647.94 parts were $484, the rest was labor. Truck had to be towed to dealer. They wanted to replace rear pads and drums because they were exposed to brake fluid, but we can't afford that right now.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the brake pedal traveled to the floor without warning. The contact had to constantly pump the brake pedal and apply extreme force to ensure that the vehicle completely stopped. The vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's residence and parked. Upon further inspection, it was noticed that a brake line may have prematurely fractured and there was a presence of leaking fluid. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 05v043000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no solution other than to have the vehicle repaired by a dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. ..updated 11/21/16
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but the brakes failed to operate. The contact crashed into a ditch. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
On july 23rd I was driving on a local highway at 55 MPH. When I attempted to break for a turn the peddle went all the way to the floor. I had to coast to a stop. A rusty break line blew out in the engine compartment on the drivers side. I am lucky no other vehicles were on the road with me.
Brake pedal goes all the way to the floor no pressure. Lost all pressure during snowstorm. Lucky to pull over into drifted snow to prevent crash. 61000 miles and well maintained. Maryland area. Upon inspection all brake supply lines are rusted and blown out. Very difficult to repair oneself. Very costly repair at dealership. This should be a sfety recall. Ridiculous!
Brake pedal went all the way to the floor when applied. The pickup has about 62000 miles on it is well maintained. Located in virginia and during the winter I take the pickup to the carwash several time purposely to have the undercarriage washed. When my mechanic checked it out his response was "I have never seen anything like this. The brake and fuel lines are paper thin from rust. I am fortunate in no one was hurt when this happened as I was traveling down the a country road about 45 miles per hour.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. After a recent trip, the contact noticed that the brake line had blown out. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer and the brake lines were replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 48,000. Updated 02/12/16*lj updated 05/09/18*jb
Rusting brake lines in hard to reach areas of the vehicle that normal washing doesn't clean. I was slowing down for traffic getting of the highway when my brake pedal went to the floor. I used the e-brake to get home and when I arrived home I crawled underneath the truck and found where the hard line goes to the flex line over the rear end it had split. I repaired that and now right next to the gas tank in split again 3 weeks later pulling into the driveway at my home.
This morning on the way to work I approached a t intersection traffic light. The light changed from green to yellow as I approached it. I pressed and the brakes and the pedal went straight to the floor, "no brakes". The traffic light turned red and I had to try to maneuver through the corner at to much speed, almost rolling the truck. Once I slowed to a stop. I inspected the truck, and sure enough there is a puddle under the driverside door where all the rusted brake lines run along the outside of the frame rail. This is unacceptable for gm to not honor their vehicles or respect the buyers of those vehicles enough to put stainless steel brake lines on them. How does gm expect to get people to buy gm products when we are killed in a traffic accident because of rusted,ruptured brake lines. I expect the local stealership to quote me several thousand dollars to fix the manufacturers error. I tell you one thing I have praised gm about my truck, but if this doesnt get recalled or fixed I wont buy another gm product again.
While driving, I hit the brakes and the peddle went to the floor. Narrowly missing 2 cars in front of me. Upon review after towing home, all 4 front brake lines have considerable "flaking corrosion", with one blown line and one line seeping. I used the e-brake to get off the road as it had absolutely no brakes whatsoever. Rear brake lines are rusted as well. Got ahold of gm dealer and was quoted $1100 time and material to "fix". I chose to fix myself with stainless steel line. This is the last gm product I will ever own.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving at 35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed to the floor in order to bring the vehicle to a complete stop. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the brake lines were corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000.
It was early in the morning , my brother and I were backing up the truck to attach the boat for towing. He was backing up my truck while I guided him back towards the hitch of the boat. We got the boat hitch attached to the truck and I asked him if he wanted to drive . Thank god he refused to drive, once I got in the truck , I applied my brakes before putting the truck in drive and noticed that the brake peddle went all the way to the ground without any resistance. I looked underneath my truck and noticed brake fluid leaking out from a rusted brake line going to the rear tire . I would hate to think of what could have happened on the highway with a boat behind me????? I have photos of the rusted brake line that broke . I also have seen some rust on the remaining brake lines now and am worried about the the condition of those lines.
Brakes got progressively "soft" on the way home, until eventually the pedal went to the floor. Made home by going slow and downshifting to decelerate without using the brakes. Problem diagnosed to be the master cylinder.
My family and I were driving home pulling our travel trailer from a weekend of camping. There was approximately 2 car lengths between my self and the vehicle in front of us. Both lanes of vehicles came to a quick stop. I applied the brakes the ABS started to kick in, I let of the brakes and reapplied again the ABS kicked in and the peddle went to the floor. I was able to hop the curb with the truck and trail to avoid hitting the cars in front of me. It took 5 or more vehicle lengths to get completely stopped. I was able to slowly drive the 6 or so miles home using the trailer brakes only. Once the trailer was unhooked I was able to pull the truck in to my drive way to work on it. The brakes would hold the truck, the peddle was to the floor but I'm doubtful they would stop it at any speed.
When slowing down and coming to a stop the ABS brakes kick in making it take longer than normal to stop. It started happening a couple of weeks ago pulling into my driveway and it is getting worse. It happens at slow or as I am slowing down to come to a stop, then the ABS kicks in and increases the stopping distance. That normal stopping distance you think you have under normal conditions is not there. This problem is in perfectly dry conditions. It is not weather related at all. I have had to stand on the brakes to stop. It's been somewhat intermittent but it almost caused me to get into an accident today. Turning while stopping usually causes the issue to happen the most, that's what happened today. Coming to a straight stop doesn't always cause the issue. Apparently there was this same issue with the 1999 - 2002 chevy trucks and they were recalled. Apparently chevy has not fixed the issue so we are seeing it again, I wonder how many people have to get into accidents or die before something is done about this issue. Is there a death toll we need to hit? I've googled this issue and a lot of people are having this problem. I suspect that because few have been killed as this is happening at lower speeds only insurance issues have arisen and the consumers wind up paying for those in the end. One would hate to dip into chevy's year end bonus money.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the braking system was slow to respond. Also, while driving at low speeds, the ABS warning lamp illuminated multiple times. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the rotors and the brake pads; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving approximately 30 MPH and approaching a stop light, the brakes failed and went to the floorboard. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact noticed that the brake lines were rusted to the point of corrosion. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. Updated 10/26/17*lj
I was driving down the street and went to press the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. I needed to downshift and coast to get the truck to stop. My truck is a 2005 chevy silverado 1500, ext cab, 4x4. Truck is now in shop getting fixed. $1000 to repair something that should not have failed in the first place. Stainless steel lines ($40 more for gm) would have prevented the issue. I am glad I was not in a high traffic area where other cars could have been involved.
My wife and I were leaving home to go in to town to pick up some items with the truck. When approaching the roadway she applied the foot brake, the brake pedal went to the floor, there was no stopping. The emergency mechanical brake was used so we would not get hit. After getting out and seeing fluid drip, I opened the hood to find a cracked and rusted brake line that was leaking a large amount of brake fluid. Researching this vehicle it seems this is a common problem with this vehicle, nothing has been done about it. This truck spent many years in wisconsin before we located last fall to washington state. It seems to me that a recall needs to be done for this failure does not continue to happen. Brake failure is a very serious issue.
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