I pulled the truck out of the garage in working condition, left it running while parked in the driveway. It emptied the entire brake fluid reservoir through a leak in the distribution junction on the rear axle, leaving the truck with no brake function whatsoever. Had I not parked the truck in the driveway, I would have been involved in a serious collision due to sudden complete brake failure.
2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 brakes problems
212 complaints (60% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 84,425. 18 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 212
- of this car's complaints
- 60%
- typical mileage
- 84,425
- crashes
- 18
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip20
- Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings11
- Foundation components: disc: rotor3
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: wheel speed sensor/tone ring2
- Foundation components: drum: wheel cylinders1
- Foundation components1
- Driveline: hydraulic: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings1
- Conventional: mechanical: linkage and cable1
At what mileage
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Chevrolet Silverado 2500 brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Hydraulic pump failres
Gm is conducting a recall on all subject vehicles build between may 1999 and october 14, 1999.significant changes were incorporated into production in early october 1999, and vehicles built after that date have lower warranty failure rates.the complaint and warranty data appear to support the effectiveness of these changes. Gm made additional changes in november 1999, february 2000, may 2001, and february 2004.odi will continue to monitor this problem and will take further action, if warranted, in the future.for further technical details see the attached engineering analysis report.
EA04012
Hydraulic pump shaft failures
The preliminary evaulation is being upgraded.during the ea odi will limitits investigation to only those vehicles equipped with a hydro-boost system, which provides power assist to the braking and steering sytems.vaccuum brake booster vehicles are excluded.odi hasexpanded the scope of the ea to include model years2003 and 2004, asduring the pe, odi learned that the hydroboast pumps were modified in febraury 2004.therefore,odi has expanded the scope to include the additional model years.odi's is concerned because thisisa sudden failure that affects two critical systems of the vehicle, brakes and steering, at the same time.the ability of the operator to handle the dual failures is a concern. Further, these vehicles tend to be work vehicles, with some over 10,000 pounds gvwr and many equipped to pull large trailers.dual failures of heavily loaded vehicles and vehicles pulling trailers further increases the safety risk.odi plans to conduct testing to quantify the braking and steering performance degradation and the impact on safe vehicle control, when a hydroboast pump fails.
PE04004
What 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving on US60 East of Lexington Kentucky I was preparing to turn left using the left turn lane. There was another car in front of mine and as I approached it I began to lightly apply the brakes. The brake pedal went all the way to the floor with no decrease in speed. Fortunately I was able to switch back to the through lane and avoid an accident. While I was able to avoid an accident there was definitely a risk of injury to myself and the occupants of the other vehicle. When I was able to inspect the vehicle I found that the brakeline adjacent to the fuel tank was rusted through which caused a complete brake failure. I do the vehicle maintenance personally and have since made necessary repairs to the brake system. I was aware of problems with the brakelines on this vintage truck being prone to failure due to rusting. As I was making repairs it was obvious the routing of the brakelines was such as to making the rusting more likely to happen.
Hard brake line failure due to corrosion from poor quality parts without proper corrosion protection or correct materials (I.e. Stainless steel vs mild steel) when vehicle is used in areas where de-icer is used on the roads.
The ABS light came on and the brake light. The power steering is bad and the steering wheel shakes when I brake, I got the brakes and rotors changed and the problem persisted
My ABS speed sensor got sheared by back of my front drivers side tire in which I have seen on multiple sights a defect that was deemed a recall for being poorly set up on the assembly line. Secondly, ive spent thousands and looking online for a vary serious issue ive been having with my vehicle due to intermediate stalling, backfiring, and vehicle dieing due to what has finally been found to be the infamous crankshaft sensor. Replaced my computer, all 02 sensors, egr valve exc... Than upon looking and researching, I find it was a major one on recall as well for failing all the time. I just feel if these are factory errors and been on the recall, and my woman who travels with me that is paralyzed due to an accident, I should be entitiled to the recalls giving they were known flaws on the asssembly line and a danger to others. When the vehicle stalls out, it starts choking, backfiring, and bucking and wants to lock up and loose control. Not cool. Ive been chasing this problem spending thousands in parts and repairs to make this truck safe for work and feel if there has been recalls for all this, would be nice to reap something out of my investment in this truck
Driving up to city intersection was appling brakes, car in front applied his quicker causing his rear to raise up, indicating panic stop, I followed and applied hard pressure to my brakes, pedal then went to the floor and lost all brake action, this lead to my truck rear end of other cars
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado 2500. While driving 25 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled to the floorboard. The contact noticed a leak coming from the brake line and rust. The contact did not engage the emergency brake. The contact was unsure if any warning indicators were illuminated. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure recurred, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 75,000.
Brake lines rusted out causing vehicle to loose braking ability and an accident with minor vehicle damage..
Excessive metal brake line corrosion on this vehicle. Brake lines corroded through causing an immediate loss of brake fluid and resulted in zero braking ability while vehicle was in motion on a busy city street. Emergency brake was depressed to bring vehicle to a stop. Inferior materials have been used to produce brake lines on this vehicle. Brake line placement in conjunction with inferior metal that is prone to corrosion is at fault. Cost to repair this flaw in manufacturing will be nearly $2000.00
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado 2500 hd. While the vehicle was stopped with the brake pedal engaged, the vehicle began to independently roll forward without warning. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard before the vehicle eventually stopped. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the brake lines were rusted through. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.
Questions about the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 brakes
Does the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 212 complaints about the brakes of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 60% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 84,425 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 brakes?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 have bad brakes?
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 model years with the most brakes complaints are 2003 (247 complaints), 2002 (212 complaints) and 2001 (181 complaints).
Other 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 problems
Engine 56Fuel system 30Steering 16Tires 12Transmission 12Body 10Electrical 10Visibility 7Airbags 5Suspension 5Wheels 5Acceleration 3Lights 3Locks 3Seat belts 3
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