For the time in 4 months, my 2000 chevrolet k2500hd full sized pickup truck has experienced brake failure due to rust-through of a brake line. The first failure point was located near the right front wheel in the vicinity of the metal line to rubber hose connection, in the exact location where the metal line runs between the frame and the electrical connector for the antilock system's wiring to the right-front wheel sensor. Today's failure is located in the engine compartment directly under the master cylinder. The actual leak is in a section of line that is not obscured by any mounting points. It is out in the open and fully visible when looking into the engine compartment while standing in front of the vehicle. Several other sections of brake line appear have major rust issues also. This truck has 45,454 miles on it. The original brake master cylinder failed at 26,xxx miles. The vehicle's warranty had expired, so I was responsible for this repair. I have noticed the brake fluid in the reservoir of this vehicle has a history of turning to a dark color within a short period after a brake fluid flush, even after the replacement master cylinder was installed. I have never been satisfied with the stopping power of the brakes on this truck. I am the original owner, and since the truck was new I always felt the brakes had a very "spongy" feel. Even when new there were a few occasions when I experienced 'am I going to be able to stop' scares. I must now have the truck towed to a repair facility, to have the entire system of brake lines inspected and replaced as necessary. Obviously the truck is not safe to drive until this is done.
2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 brakes complaints
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Failure of steel brake lines resulting in loss of braking on 2000 silverado 2500 4x4 pickup truck.
2000 chevrolet 2500 pick up truck - third occurrence of significantly reduced braking ability due to corrosion of brake lines. Prior occurrences of brake line corrosion leading to significantly reduced braking ability occurred in oct 2007 and aug, 2009 (same problem - different brake line sections).
Brake failure due too rusted through (defective lines) steel lines leaking brake fluid causing loss of pressure to apply brakes as designed; on under side of vehicle fluid us sprayed without warning. Occurred while on downside of mountain with light pressure on pedal.
Brakes on my 2000 chevrolet 2500 pickup failed because of the brake line rusting through. Service center said it happens all the time with these trucks. A ten year old truck with 33,000.00 almost killed me. That in a word is not right.
Truck lost ability to stop effectively. Truck was taken to local repair shop. Mechanic found brake lines had ruptured from corrosion. Brake lines were replaced.
Truck lost ability to stop effectively. Truck was taken to local repair shop. Mechanic found front steel brake lines had ruptured from corrosion. Brake lines were replaced.
Chevy silverado pickup, year 2000, brakes failed due to ruptured brake line, that were totally rusted out. Got lucky....happened in driveway. Brake lines had to be replaced.
Brake failure due to corrosive brake lines. All brake lines need replacement. Other brake components have show problems due to corrosion such as brake calipers - adding to stopping distance - and ABS sensors - vehicle would slow to 5 to 10 MPH for a second or two prior to stopping - dealer replaced brake lines at my cost - will supply VIN number later if possible.
I had come home from being out on the road all week, since I am an otr truck driver. I started my truck to let it warm up and when I got in to leave, I depressed the brake pedal to shift my truck into (r) and my brake pedal went to the floor. Since I do most my maint. On my vehicles I figured the (master cylinder) went bad. After replacing I was noticing that there was a puddle of brake fluid on the floor under the drivers side of the cab. Crawled under and found that all the brake lines had rusted through and blown at the ABS block. The local chevy dealer did my repairs at the grand sum of $850.21.
I was parking my truck and lost my brakes. Found that the brake lines rusted out and I had to replace them. Also I noticed that the transmission and fuel lines are rusted badly. I repaired the fuel line 6 months ago because it rusted threw. There should be a recall to replace all lines do to poor quality lines were used.
2000 chevy pickup anti-lock brake kick in and had complete loss of brakes and truck accelerated into vehicle in front.
Lost brakes,brake lines rusted and lost fluid.
Antilock brakes in front activating when not supposed to. Campaign id: 00v055000. This was fixed once and is now recurring. Dealer will not fix again. Very dangerous!
Purchased a used 200 chevrolet silverado k2500 4wd. The anti lock brakes activate at 7mph while stopping. It occurs at every stop. The dealer replaced the speed sensors per the recall which did not solve the problem. The dealer tested the vehicle after the fix and found it still failing. Now gm won't do anything more and my truck still has faulty anti lock brakes.
Driving silverado, depressed brake and brakes failed. I was traveling slowly so luckily there I didn't strike anyone. I immediately stopped, and noticed that there was fluid dripping from under the driver side passenger compartment. I took the silverado immediately to the gm dealer and was told my brake lines where rusted, and one was rusted through. I have never owned a vehicle that had rusted lines. This is a failure due to cost cutting measures by gm. Using a bare steel tube that is susceptible to rusting is total irresponsible. Such an important part should not be designed to fail.
We are experiencing unwanted ABS activation at low speeds giving us no braking when activated. This vehicle has been serviced on !0/28/05 for ABS recall #05068 at 75,484 miles this problem is re occurring for the last 18months. The vehicle now has 115,000 miles. I,ve noticed a new recall out #05v379000 for this issue. This braking issue was once in a while now to be every day and almost every complete stop. Could the manufacturer be required to fix this issue again at no cost to us? It does appear to us that gm fixed the issue the first time but not the problem,that caused the issue.
Total brake failure, fortunately at slow speed where parking brake could be used to stop. It was immediately after exiting a high-speed interstate, however, where the failure could well have resulted in a serious crash. The vehicle, a 2000 chevrolet 3/4 ton silverado hd truck, was taken to a nearby chevrolet dealer, where it was determined that rust had caused two leaks in the brake lines, causing immediate failure of all four wheel brakes. An estimate of up to $7000 for repair was given.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet silverado 2500 hd. While driving less than 8 MPH with the brake pedal depressed, the ABS warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle moved another 10-15 feet before coming to a complete stop. The failure occurred each time the contact attempted to stop the vehicle. There were no recalls listed for the vehicle and general motors would not assist in remedying the failure. The failure mileage was 45,200 and current mileage was 45,900. Updated 10-07-08 *bf the ABS engaged prematurely. Updated 10/15/08.
My 2000 chevrolet k2500 silverado has 60,000 miles. The rear brakes do not function as designed. The interior brake pad, on the disc breaks, only come in contact with the rotor for 1/2 of an inch or less. I couldn't figure out why my anti-lock brakes engaged all the time and I think it is because an undue amount of braking pressure is placed on the front disc brakes as the rear brakes are clearly not engaging properly. I had midas review the brakes and they claim this is common. The rotors have to be replaced because all they do is rust since the brake pad hardly touches the rotor. I called my dealership who also said this is common. Have there been any investigations into chevy truck accidents and how the brakes function? Do chevy truck owners even realize their 5,000-6,000 pound trucks, often used for towing, are not stopping as they were designed to stop? Why hasn't there been a recall? Who can I have inspect my brakes to confirm this common brake defect before I have them replaced?
In may (2007) I went to new york and drove my son's 2000 z71 silverado back to texas when he was sent to iraq. There were no problems noticed on the trip, but after the truck had been parked for approx 3 weeks in my driveway, it would not move when I tried to move it across my driveway while I was edging. It felt like there was something high-centered underneath it. My son takes excellent care of his vehicle and stays current on all maintenance, always. And, he had just had new rear brakes installed before he left. I had to have a tow truck take it to a shop and they replaced all brakes and emergency brakes because they said they were frozen with rust. When it was being driven everyday, the rust never had a chance to oxidize enough to completely freeze the wheels up, but after sitting for a while it was like it was up on blocks.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet silverado 2500. The vehicle was being serviced for the anti-lock brakes recall. One of the brakes, due to the others not being defective was damaged. Two years later, the same defect occurred on the remaining brakes. During the previous recall repair, all of the brakes were not serviced due to the dealers specifications. The dealer stated that since he has already used his recall, he is required to pay for the repair, although the other brakes were not a part of the originial recall. The manufacturer stated that they would do an investigation to determine if this is a concern of theirs. The contact did not agree to any charges as it relates to any recall. Gm's recall notice id: is 05068. The failure mileage was 75,580. The current mileage is 95,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet silverado 2500. On june 14, 2007, at 84,000 miles, the contact took the vehicle to have the brakes serviced. The mechanic found that the back side of the rotors were completely rusted, except for a half inch of pad. The mechanic stated that this caused the contact to lose one wheels worth of combined braking. All four rotors had to be replaced, totaling $468.49 in repairs. The current and failure mileages were 84,159. Updated 02/01/08.
Unnecessary anti-lock brake system activation (ABS) at medium and low speeds. This condition results in increased stopping distances even at medium braking pedal pressure.
Consumer 2000 chevrolet pickup has a safety defect in the antilock brake system. *ts the consumer contacted the manufacturer about the ABS recall and he was told that his vehicle was not included due to VIN.
Dt: the contact stated t when applying brake pressure at low speeds the ABS activated followed by a squeaking noise. He took the vehicle to a dealer, who cleaned the wheel speed sensors. There was a recall on the anti lock brakes, but the contact did not live in a salt belt state. However, the vehicle experienced the same problem as indicated in the recall. No further repairs or corrections have been made. *ak 11/29/2005 -
Dt: the caller said brake lines rusted. He believed the rear brakes were affected. Dealer said there was a problem with rust and corrosion. Manufacturer offered no help. The first failure was repaired , and the second time there was a different section.
Why does gmc not do a total recall on the vehicle they sale and they pick the states where they want the recall to take place. In utah we use salt on the roads and yes we do get snow remember the winter olympics of 2002 this is not right for them to pick and choose states. If it a recall on brakes it should be nation wide not just the one's they feel is right . This puts my family at risk of serious injury . I have a 2000 chevy pickup .. Please help.
My 2000 chevrolet silverado k2500 , VIN [xxx], purchased in december 1999, had a hydraulic power, loss resulting in immediate loss of power steering and brakes. I was able to secure the vechicle and call a tow truck and towed to delership. The federal safety agency has a recall 05v-005000 for this model and year, however it does not cover my VIN. Contacted gm to see if they would repair this under the recall and they refused. It appears there are more vechicles with faulty power steering pumps than the recall covers. Request you review this recall. The pump will be replaced and I will request the removed parts be saved for me. *ak *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
I have a 2000 chevrolet, silverado 2500 pickup truck I bought new. With about 125,000 miles . 2 months ago I started having a problem. When coming to a complete stop the brakes go to the floor, make a horrible noise and then the truck thrusts forward. The past two months this problem has been very sporatic. As few as 3 times a week as much as 10 times a week. One time I was stopping at a side road waiting to enter a higway and the truck stopped then thrust forward into the traffic. Fortunately I did not get hit but came close to a accident. The way to stop it is by throwing it into park. Yesterday I stopped in front of a customers garage and went through the garage door as the truck thrust forward. I contacted the chevy dealer and had the master cylinder replaced. No good. Then was told it was the power booster. Not that. .today they say it is the sensor in one of the wheels. Will replace tomorrow.I do not understand how that will stop it from thrusting forward. I have spend much money sensor alone costing 600.00 and the garage door 760.00 my biggest worry is fear of thrusting forward when at a cross road. The car dealers and general motors hot line said their is no prior report . I hope its the sensorbecause everytime this happens you panic . It is very costly and could cost me my life. I also think that more concern from the manufacturer could be taken . I do not know what to do if this sensor does not work as they say this is the only code that came up when put on a machine. They put it on the machine because sometimes the ABS light comes on and I had to get it to the dealer when it was on as they could not check it unless it was on. This was difficult as the dealer is 30 minutes away. If you have every heard of this problem before I have to spend more unnecessary monies or before I get hurt. I would appreciate any information you could give me. Thanks rich .
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