Have had 2 1998 k3500 trucks. Both have had what I consider severe anti-lock failures which occur anytime, especially at slow speeds. Both were taken to multiple dealerships with no permanent fix. Consensus of problems on both trucks was that the wheel speed sensor was failing, which would cause the anti-lock to activate when not needed. This results in inconsistent stopping distances. Both trucks also have a cold weather real end drag problem with the brakes. When the weather is cold, the back wheels will lock up and skid while stopping no matter how light you touch the brakes. This lock up lasts for about the first 1/2 mile, until the axle heats up, then the brakes work fine - except for the ABS. Second of k3500 trucks (1998) has an intermittent power steering failure. Sometimes the power steering drops off, and then suddenly comes back. This typically happens at slow speeds. Oh have to either muscle the wheel to make your turn in a larger radius, or feather the case to pump up the hydraulics on the power steering. The later results in a lurge and the former results in a wide swing.
1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500: ABS light or ABS activating
7 of the 67 complaints about the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 10%
- recalls
- 0
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Consumer was traveling about 15mph and was slowing down for a stop sign, applied the brakes, and in the process he hit a bump and vehicle rolled forward. When vehicle stopped, it was in the street passing the crosswalk. Abs braking system didn't kick in. Consumer stated that he has contacted the dealer.
When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, the ABS system isn't working and not stopping the vehicle, but the horse trail that is attached to the vehicle is stopping the vehicle.
Abs braking system malfunctioned, causing an extended stopping distance which caused a crash. The truck had warped brake drums which caused the front wheels to shake out of control when on ice, rain or snow, resulting in loss of control. *ak
The vehicle ABS braking system malfunctioned, causing more wear and tear on the brake pads, and caused the wheel to lock up at every 3,000 to 4,000 miles. Dealer reported they are aware of the problem, but no solution. Please provide further details.
While slowing down from high speed 55mph+, the brake system takes very long time to bring vehicle to a stop. In heavy rainfall, the problem tends to be exaggerated even worse. Even at very slow speed 5-10 MPH, when brakes applied the brakes would lock up, causing on or both of the rear wheels to lock and skid. Pedal will then vibrate or shake as in experienced with an ABS system under full-braking conditions.
When applying the ABS brakes on dry pavement at 20 MPH the brakes did not grab, but the pedal nearly traveled to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. *ak consumer states during a panic stop, wheel locked up and then there was a total release, several times at 2 second intervals.
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Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
7 of 67 owner complaints about the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 (10%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2001.
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