The wheel speed sensor for the ABS system is affected on multiple trucks chevy produced from 99-06. This causes the braking below 10 MPH to cause pulsation and ABS malfunctioning causing me to almost rear end vehicles and be unable to slow down correctly. Chevy knows of the issue yet it is not a recall for my vehicle.
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 brakes complaints
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Brake lines are severely corroded and need to be replaced before they fail and result in an accident.
Descending small hill to make turn and brakes failed. Was able to get vehicle stopped, but was in-town situation and very dicey for a few moments. Investigation revealed rotted brake line(s). Repaired rear lines for $500 . . Was fri afternoon and 100 miles from home and couldn't get brakes repaired until tues. Mechanic said all lines should be replaced and I agreed front lines still need doing. $300-500. I have had the low speed ABS issue in this vehicle as well. This is an issue that is way premature! This is a serious safety issue and gm needs to step up! It's obviously common. People will be killed or seriously injured. But the person killed won't be writing this letter, eh? The federal safety agency--where are you?
Brake line to the rear driver's side brake failed and broke and lost hydraulic pressure to braking system. Pulled over into a gas station and had the vehicle towed to local dealer for repair/replacement.
Stepped on the brakes, the brake pedal went to the floor. I was fortunately able to exit the road and, upon inspection, saw fluid leaking from a heavily corroded front left brake line. I had to have both front brake lines replaced by the dealer at a very significant cost. I have n ever had a corroded brake line on any other vehicle. I believe gm should take responsibility for this problem ? It is a safety issue caused by the use of inferior materials or improper brake line placement/layout.
I was driving on the highway, and approaching a red light, stepped on the brakes. Upon doing so, the brake pedal went to the floor. I was able to pump the pedal, and drive into the next parking lot. I walked around to the rear of the truck, where I saw a puddle of brake fluid. I looked under the truck, and saw the fluid leaking from a heavily corroded brake line. When I got the truck home, I did a more thorough inspection, and discovered that all the brake lines were heavily corroded, and would need replacement. I ordered an aftermarket, pre-bent stainless line kit. I took the truck to a local mechanic who was able to replace the leaking line, and a few others, but was unable to replace the lines going into the ABS module due to their location on top of the frame, under the cab. I am able to drive the truck now, but will need to find another mechanic who is willing to separate the cab from the frame to replace the rest of the lines. I have owned many vehicles over the years, and none have ever had a corroded brake line. The last truck I owned was a 1993 chevy silverado, which I had for 15 years, and racked up 300,000 miles, with no brake or fluid line issues, and driven in the same northeast climate as the 2006 silverado. Judging by the amount of complaints I have read online, describing the same problem I am experiencing, I believe gm should take responsibility for the repairs. This problem is a safety issue caused by what I believe to be the use of inferior materials.
While pulling into a store parking lot the brakes gave out, causing the brake pedal to go straight to the floor. Upon inspection I noticed a brake line completely rotted going to the rear splitter near the frame and electrical harness. The rest of the line seems perfectly intact so this section of line should not have deteriorated. After researching this issue, I found that this is a huge problem for chevy owners. I hope that this issue is looked into and a resolution is found before someone is injured or worse. Incidentally, my wife was driving with my children when this incident occurred.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to decelerate, the brakes failed to function properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the brake sensor had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 10/17/13*lj a mechanic informed the consumer that dust and salt made its way into the sensors which caused them to corrode and they were not reading correctly.
Lost brakes, repair shop found brake line rusted thru and all the lines were rusted and needed to be replaced !
Brake lines rusted through and lost brake power. Brake fluid all over due to the lines rupturing. Absolutely unacceptable!!!!!! Huge safety issue.
The brakes on my truck take forever to work. I have replaced the ABS sensor and bearing and fuse and the lights continue to come on after I drive a mile after starting it up. This is very scary. If I needed to stop suddenly it would cause a crash. I have researched and I am not the only one with this problem. Please do a recall. Chevy has already done a recall for the same break system for the 00' to '05 silverado. This has potentional to hurt my family and maybe someone else's.
Rotten brake lines. I looked at the brake lines while changing my oil. My truck has 47k on it. I called gm. They told me that I had to bring it to a dealer. I did. They confirmed that the brake lines are bad and need to be replaced. $1500 also the transmission cooling lines are leaking. I have been through almost all of the brake problems listed on this web cite. Abs light comes on, twice, 2nd time I replaced the left hub bearing assembly. The 1st time the dealer replaced the front ABS sensors. Air bag light comes on, I replaced a bad front air bag sensor, right side. This truck is turning into a money pit!!!!! This new (rotten lines) issue is a safety issue as was the ABS issue. Gm needs to do a full recall and replace the brake lines before someone gets killed.
Failed inspection for corroded brake lines.
Experienced braking failure and activation of anti-lock brakes when braking at low speeds. This causes longer braking times and distances and I have narrowly avoided hitting cars in front of me, running stop signs, etc. On numerous occasions. After researching this phenomenon, it is known as unintended low speed ABS activation - a common problem for older model gm trucks. Additional research has revealed that it is a common problem for 2006 silverados, yet it has yet to be addressed by the manufacturer. It is commonly the result of an increased air gap between the wheel speed sensor and hub reluctor ring due to rust and debris build up on the sensor mounting surface. This is a serious hazard that needs to be addressed for silverado trucks from rust-belt states.
I was following my girlfriend in my truck & when coming to a slow stop at less than 5mph, my trucks ABS started to activate on dry road conditions causing me to bump into her car! No real damage occurred to either of our vehicles but after researching this known gm problem with their ABS systems and their wheel sensors, it's obvious that gm knows of these issues for years in their trucks!! I've taken my truck into the dealership where I bought it brand new in 2006 and they told me that it was my problem to get it fixed!! I replaced the drivers side wheel bearing after it failed in 2010 with a gm wheel bearing and their service tech told me that gm would replace it for free but yet they hold no responsibility for the original gm wheel bearings!! This is a disaster waiting to happen to all gm truck owners!
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 40 MPH, the brakes failed to respond to deceleration attempts. The vehicle was able to be driven to the contact's home and upon inspection, it was discovered that the brake lines were completely rusted. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic but was repaired by the contact. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 88,000. The VIN was unavailable.
At low speeds when coming to a stop, the ABS will activate for no reason. Apart from being an annoyance, this also causes a longer stopping distance which poses a hazard if there is another vehicle in front of you. The right sensor was replaced in 3/2011 and the left sensor was replaced in 11/2012. It seems odd that both would fail and judging by the number of complaints for the same issue listed on here and multiple other websites, I think it's time for gm to step up and admit a continued problem with this. There was a recall for this issue up to 2002, I think it's time it is extended.
The ABS would come on at normal or low speeds. Stopping at the end of driveway, or going through town at 35 miles an hour, stopping at red lights and stop signs. And the noise got louder and louder. Our mechanic told me that he had seen this in several silverado pick ups.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevy silverado 1500. The contact stated when he applied the brake at a stop sign and the ABS sensor light illuminated and the vehicle continued an extra ten feet before stopping. The failure had recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis and was informed that the ABS sensor and the hubs would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 70,000. The consumer stated the ABS light was in working order, but it did not come on when the problem occurred. Updated 01/09/13
My brake pedal went all the way to the floor when attempting to stop the vehicle. I had the truck towed to my mechanic who indicated that all four brake lines were severely corroded, leaking brake fluid, and had to be replaced. This repair cost me $948.96. My mechanic also told me that other portions of the truck's undercarriage were severely corroded and the fuel lines were also in jeopardy of failing in the near future due to corrosion. Previously, I had to replace the front brake rotors and pads at 19,027 miles and again at 26,058 miles due to untimely corrosion. I do not live near saltwater or any other body of water and do not use the vehicle for work. It is not exposed to corrosive materials.
I was driving to my house over a bridge, with a load of wood and lost control of my vehicle due to no brakes. I quickly put the truck in lower gear and press on the emergency brake skidding to the side of the road. I was nervous as I was traveling on a road and onto a bridge. Later I found brake fluid all over the front of my engine compartment and noticed the front brake line on the drivers side was rotted/rusted. I was shocked to see this on a 2006 truck , only 6 years old. Most of the lines on the rail in the plastic clips were rusted. This could have caused a major incident if I was traveling at a high rate of speed.
When returning to my truck in my driveway, I discovered the majority of my brake fluid on the ground. The brake line to my driver side rear ruptured when the parking brake was applied, the rupture was caused by a complete rust through of the line.
I depressed the brake pedal while pulling into my driveway and the pedal went to the floor. Upon further inspection I discovered that my brake lines are severely rusted and one line has a hole in it. My vehicle has low miles and this should not be an issue. This is a very serious problem and I or my family could have been severely injured.
Danger/ will my brakes work,truck go into flames or will the frame break in half. Rust! My 2006 chevy silverado p/u is showroom on top and 50 years old on the bottom. I am an auto tech with 39 years in the industry and have not seen a frame and what's attached to it rust like this. Im into brake lines, hoses and labor @ $1,000. Rotten fuel lines and sender and oh yes the fuel tank straps rot and tank could fall and break lines ,wiring $800-$1000. Then take to body shop to paint&seal frame $ unknown. Is this my last gm?
Tl* contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH the brake line failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the brake lines. Approximately 34,000 miles later, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who advised that the failure was caused by salt and rust on the brake lines. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 40,000.
Abs activating at low speeds on dry pavement, causing a longer than anticipated stopping distance.
Abs sensor(s) operate when slowing to a stop regardless of road conditions. This initially happened only occasionally but now is nearly constant and repair is needed. Gm dealer initially had no clue of what was happening but also found play in right front hub, internet search shows many drivers with same problems in sensors and hubs but no recall from gm. Why?
While approaching a one lane bridge on dry, clean pavement at approx 10 MPH I attempted to brake to line up with the bridge. The vehicle failed to brake, with the ABS light coming on and stayed on and a loud noise came from the passenger side front wheel well. I closely missed hitting the rail of the bridge (which would have been a 20ft plunge off the bridge) and the vehicle continued for another 20 to 25 ft while on the slight down hill graded slope. No matter how I pushed the brake pedal the brakes failed to respond and I utilized my training as an emergency apparatus driver and placed the vehicle into a lower gear and drifted it into an embankment to stop. I then backed the vehicle out of the embankment and the vehicle operated fine but the ABS light remains on. As I see with other posts this is an obvious problem with the silverado that needs to be addressed immediately.
Please note mileage on this vehicle at time problems began was at 37,000. Brake pedal was traveling to the floor at speeds below 10 MPH causing ABS light to come on and pedal to move up and down. More allowance in stopping distance was required. May 2010 - had to install new brake pads in the front and shoes in the rear. The rotors and slides were extremely corroded for a 4 year old vehicle with 37,000 miles. October 2011 took vehicle to gm certified service center for the continuing ABS issue. Corrosion was a main factor in causing the speed sensors to fail. Diagnostic scan showed left wheel sensor bad. However, once replaced, they soon discovered right wheel sensor bad also. Both sensors had to be drilled out due to corrosion. When the service department went to replace the right wheel sensor, the wheel sensor they had in stock was defective. Defective parts in stock does say something about the product. The truck was kept overnight while a new "set" of wheel sensors was ordered. Cost of diagnostic was $74.50. Set of wheel sensors was $505. Labor, tax and "misc charges" total $313.50 for a grand total of $893.19. The msrp on this vehicle at time of purchase was $34,000. Our vehicles are garaged, kept clean. We are the sole owner of this truck. We do not live in chicago where we have to chip salt off our vehicles. This is the first vehicle we have ever experienced with this issue; therefore, we feel the parts are inferior and a recall should be in place. Thank you. After talking with gm customer service center, there were recalls on older vehicles 1999-2005 (certain models) with the same issue, but nothing was noted on models from 2006 or newer. The gm certified service center stated that they do replace ABS wheel sensors pretty frequently.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated when the brakes were depressed, after starting the vehicle, the brake pedal extended to the floor. The dealer diagnosed that the brake line and fuel lines were covered with rust. The entire frame was rusted as well. The manufacturer was not contacted regarding the failure. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The failure and current mileage was 48,000. Rvk
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