1994 Chevrolet Silverado brakes problems

Filed Jan 4, 2013 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 1994 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that when he applied the brakes, the brake sfailed. The failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 105,000.

Filed Jun 17, 2012 · Brakes · 139,887 miles · IL

When I applied my brakes as I backed out of my driveway , the brake petal went to the floor. Upon closer inspection under my truck I notice brake fluid leaking from between the frame and fuel tank . I then notice that the brake line had rusted through and I had no warning . The brake lines are located where you cannot see them making inspection of them nearly impossible . I was lucky where I was when the brakes failed .

Filed Jul 22, 2005 · Brakes · KY

Dt: the consumer owns a 1994 chevy silverado 1500. Consumer states that he does not have adjusters on his back brakes. In order for the consumer to adjust the back brakes, he has to take the wheels and the hub off to adjust them . When the wheel is put back on, it was so loose that the vehicle did not have any brakes. Gm dealer told the consumer that his VIN did not qualify for the recall on the ABS recall. The brake shoes on the rear has not been replaced since 1994 and consumer went in to have them replaced and the dealer said they were like brand new. The brake shoes on the rear is not touching the hub. Consumer has to change the brake on his front every three months. *tt

Filed Jul 18, 2003 · Brakes, Lights · TN

After the vehicle was serviced for recall on brake light switch, vehicle has been experiencing ongoing problems with the brake system. Consumer stated vehicle was running without warranty ,and dealer charged every time when the brake lights were on.

Filed Jul 3, 2003 · Brakes · WA

While applying the brakes pedal went all the way down to the floor, and ABS braking light appeared on the dashboard.

Filed Oct 2, 2002 · Brakes · CO

The consumer states that the brakes failed while driving. A retainer clip fell off, which allowed the braked linkage to become disconnected resulting in no brake power. Nlm the consumer stated that the brakes were weaker, just before the total collapse of the component, then the stationary problem became critical. Cheverolet redesigned the faulty prone clip.

Filed Aug 29, 2000 · Brakes, Electrical · MI · crash

While truck was parked in the driveway with ignition off emergency parking brake engaged. Somehow truck started by itself and drove right through garage door. Driveway was a flat surface. Also, there was some sort of electrical smell coming from truck. As a safety measure owner has disconnected battery. Chevrolet has been contacted about the problem. Owner was waiting for a response. Please provide any further information.

Filed Sep 29, 1999 · Brakes · CT

Reporting an ongoing problem with extended stopping distance whenever brakes are applied. Dealer notified and nothing could be found. Asking the federal safety agency to help in this matter.

Filed Sep 20, 1999 · Brakes · FL · crash

While driving at 65 MPH, taking the criuse control off, applied brakes and the brakes grabbed. Vehicle lost control, went across the road and hit a safety guardrail and a bridge. Then vehicle spun around into a 360 circle. *ak

Filed Sep 2, 1999 · Brakes · CA

When driving at any speed and applying the brakes pedal goes half way to the floorboad, and isn't stopping the vehicle. Consumer has to stay a distance from the vehicle in front and pump the brakes.