1998 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 brakes problems

Filed Oct 14, 2013 · Brakes · 73,560 miles · KY · crash

Brakes went out completely after depressing brake pedal. Had to leave the roadway into the bushes to avoid hitting stopped car in front of me. Upon inspection of the vehicle after bringing it home, noticed that the brakeline to the rear of the vehicle was completely rusted through. Similar lines did not show sign of corrosion but this one was completely deteriorated to the point of no repair.

Filed Oct 21, 2008 · Brakes · 36,000 miles · OH · crash

Tl*the contact owns a 1998 chevrolet k2500. When the brakes were applied, the brake pedal extended to the floor. As a result, the contact crashed into a building. The vehicle sustained minor damage. The passenger was not injured. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that the failure was due to defective hubs. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified. The VIN was unavailable. The current and failure mileages were 36,000.

Filed Feb 27, 2006 · Brakes · 133,000 miles · MA

Bought a 1998 chevy silverado 2500 in december 2005 with approximately 132,300 miles private sale. About 1 month ago I had a complete brake job done $1,000 (new everything) not by a chevy dealer. I was shown the old brake components, the rears were severely rusted and there was no wear on the pads. I was told this was because they hadn't been engaging. There was corrosion in the front and extreme wear. I brought the truck back to the shop three times because it would pull to the right upon braking, and stopping was either really touchy (locking up) or a bit delayed. Each time they replaced parts and looked at it for free. The third time the repair shop said "it was something related to the ABS system, but we would have to go to a chevy dealer to have it diagnosed". I went online and found information about the 1999-2002 general motors safety recall for a defect that will cause corrosion on the speed sensors and "may cause unwanted ABS activation at low speeds". This is the problem and was confirmed by removing the 60 amp ABS fuse and the problem didn't occur. I called the 800# listed on chevrolet.com and was told that if the problem was found to be a defect that I should call chevy again. I had an appointment with a chevy dealer this morning and explained to the dealership what I had found. The dealership found the left front sensor corroded and broken so it had to be replaced. The right front sensors were corroded but not broken. All sensors were cleaned and an anti-corrosion compound was applied. I called chevrolet again and was told that even though their service manager agreed with the diagnosis and repair that the recall didn't include my vehicle, but that I should keep my repair bill and proof of payment so that if and when the recall is extended I may be reimbursed. Why shouldn't I be reimbursed now if it's a known safety issue? Thank heaven I wasn't involved in a crash.

Filed Oct 20, 2005 · Brakes · 46,081 miles · NH

Dt: when applying brake pressure at low speeds the vehicle skids. It does stop but the brakes squeal. This causes the vehicle to fishtail in sandy or snowy conditions. The consumer took the vehicle to a local service shop, who noted there was rust on the entire brake system, including the adjusting pad, which literally fell apart upon inspection. There is a recall, but this vehicle is not included due to model year. The dealer said the damage was caused by road salt. The consumer has not had any repairs or corrections done. The consumer has not contacted gm/chevrolet at this time regarding the brake problem. *ak

Filed Aug 12, 2005 · Brakes · 2,000 miles · MD

Driving on dry pavement, applying brakes and the anti-lock kicked in. The truck (k-2500 ext cab 4x4) wouldn't stop. I quickly used the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. While under warranty, no one could find anything wrong with the brakes! I had multiple problems with this same issue over and over again. Taking to the dealer and still they found nothing.. It amazes me that after my warranty had expired, they told me the anti-lock sensors in the front hubs were bad and it would cost over $1,200 per side to fix!! I just don't have that kind of money. This issue should have been fixed when I bought the truck... There should be a recall on this so the consumer doesn't have to pay for faulty parts installed and the lack of the ase certified mechanics to find this problem until my warranty had expired!! How convenient for them!! I want my vehicle fixed at no cost to me. I have complained about this since I bought the truck, and nothing has been done!

Filed Jul 25, 2005 · Brakes, Locks · 43,000 miles · NY

Repeated ABS brake failure...has not been corrected. Tailgate handle failure. Driver side door handle, lock mechanism & window track defective

Filed Jun 8, 2005 · Brakes · MI

Anti lock brakes activating at low speeds, sometimes making the vehicle difficult to stop. The condition is intermittent & will surprise the driver.

Filed Jan 26, 2005 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · MO · crash · 1 injury

The ABS brakes on my truck have never worked correctly and, if you brake hard and hit a little bump in the road at the same time, the brakes cut loose and don't stop. An accident occurred in 2000 due to the brakes not working. When you hit them hard, they cut out. Complained numerous times to 3 different chevrolet dealers, and was told that that was a normal brake functioning. Have changed brake pads several times and brake rotors and hasn't helped a bit. Truck is scary to drive. Only have 56000 miles on it due to trepidation in using it. Have had nothing but problems with it since the day I bought it brand new.

Filed Jul 10, 2004 · Brakes · 24,000 miles · VT

In january of 2003 the service brake began resisting foot pressure and making a loud vibrating noise when approaching a full stop on dry pavement on my 1998 chevy pickup with aprox. 24,000 miles. By july the problem occurred at almost every stop. The dealer from whom the truck was purchased repaired the rear brakes ($303) and advised me that the problem with brake pedal was related to the ABS system and would require replacement of the front rotors at a cost of $1000+. A dealer mechanic told me the problem could eliminated by remove the brake fuse (disabling the ABS system). I confirmed this with a local garage who also informed me that the $1000 repair would only temporarily cure the problem. I have therefore been driving with ABS system disabled, replacing the fuse only for inspections and removing it immediately thereafter. I have been unable to locate a recall program which would restore the use of the ABS system. My truck serial number is [xxx]. [xxx]. *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Nov 5, 2002 · Brakes · IN

While driving at normal speeds and vehicle engine is still slightly cold, consumer states if the brakes are applied, they lock up, catch and grab. Feels like the vehicle is driving on ice. *ts