Time 15:30. Road conditions: dry. No clouds. Incident: slowing to a stop at pedestrian crossing, the ABS system activated at approximately 8 MPH. Vehicle failed to stop and lurched forward into pedestrians. Condition replicates the ABS failures in similar vehicles that are under recall; dealer indicated this vehicle was not part of recall but has same issue.
2000 Chevrolet Silverado 3500: ABS light or ABS activating
7 of the 79 complaints about the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 14 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet k3500. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the ABS activated and caused the vehicle to continue moving when the brake pedal was depressed. The manufacturer stated that his VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic: anti lock). The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 58,000. Updated 03/12/09. *lj updated 03/13/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet silverado. While driving 10 MPH the break pedal extended to the floorboard when depressed, which activated the ABS. The dealer stated that the ABS sensors and the wheel hub needed to be replaced. The current mileage was 93,000 and the failure mileage was unavailable.
Same symtoms as described in action # pe05020 ABS system engages when applying brakes at slow speed, suddenly their is minimum braking, and stopping distance is increased greatly! Vehicle is out of warranty and dealer says system needs to be "fixed".
The ABS check light maintains on while the vehicle is having a difficult time stopping at inclines and intersections. Consumer will contact dealer for check up.*ak vehicle rocks through stops in wet conditions with ABS noises, but vehicle does not stop.
Applied ABS brakes at 40 MPH .brakes started to catch then went to floor causing increased stoppping distance and vehicle collision.
Had applied gas to speed up and it would go back. Engine kept revving, but remained at same speed. Abs would kick in on any slippery surface. Right front tire grabbed, hard, and then locked up when brakes were applied. At dealership all brake parts were repaired or replaced.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self...
- Service brakes
- This informational bulletin is to inform dealers of an improved service strategy to aid in the replacement...
- Pre-Formed and Pre-Flared Hydraulic Brake Pipe Kits Now Available for Service
- Service brakes, hydraulic
- This informational bulletin provides information on brake line kits now available and how to service them...
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
7 of 79 owner complaints about the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 (9%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2001.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
There are 0 recalls and 14 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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