When brakes are applied the pedal pushes back and pulses heavy. This happens at even slow speeds.
1997 Chevrolet Silverado brakes complaints
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Dt: the ABS is kicking in when it is not suppose to be working. The ABS only kicks on on low speeds like 5-15 MPH, pulling into a parking lot or stopping at stop signs. The ABS is worse in cold weather. No prior warning to the failure. It starts making a anti-lock braking noise when the ABS kicks on. Took to the chevrolet dealer, and they could not find a problem with the vehicle. Took to a local service station and he told him that it was the ABS right off.
Consumer stated tailgate cables corroded. Consumer was very concerned that they will fail. *ak the consumer stated that both tailgate cables failed. The vehicle has experienced brake failure and windshield wiper motor failure.
I currently own a 1997 silverado ext cab fleet side. I've had my brakes serviced numerous times and it continues to pull to the left when I'm braking. Also it's very hesitant in picking up speed when passing even with major tune-ups at chevy dealerships only to be serviced. I'm constantly purchasing front tires for my truck, with front end alignments being done often with the purchase of these tires.
I have two problems with the ABS and brake pedal surge on my 1997 silverado ext-cab k-1500 z71. Under light braking conditions the brakes momentarily engage followed by short intervals of pressure/loss of pressure until the vehicle stops. I have never lost (at least until this point in time) complete brake pressure. The second problem occurs when the brake surge is not present. In this case, the ABS system activates. The brake problems occur everytime the vehicle is driven (dry and wet conditions). I have had the truck serviced twice in the past month, and my dealer cannot locate the problem. Their recommendation is to start replacing brake component by component until it is solved ($$$). Their comment to me is that the rear brake system (that's the area that my dealer is focusing on) is a poor design by gm.
Consumer states after turning off the engine, there was a motor running that was vibratiing the whole vehicle. Consumer looked under vehicle and saw ABS burning red cherry hot.
Consumer states ABS brake module still run after turning vehicle off, consumer would have to go under hood and pull fuse. Dealer has contacted. Please provide further information. Ph
While driving at low speeds, when brakes are applied they don't hold. Then theirs a knocking noise and brakes will engage. The dealership cannot fix the problem. Please provide more details. Ts
While at a traffic light vehicle was creeping foward, consumer pressed brake a little harder and pedal went to the floor. Consumer could hear vacuum hissing when pressing brake. Please provide any further information.
Consumer states that when trying to apply the anti lock brakes. The brakes will lock up causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified. Nlm
The a/t hesitates coming out of a turn at 15 MPH when accelerating and is slow to shift up in gears. On wet pavement the transmission catches and spins the rear wheeels causing the vehicle to go side ways. This has been annon going problem. The dealer put in a new transmission when it was only going to be serviced. I was charged $2,600.00 for the transmission. The only problem is it does the same thing and now leaks fluid. The hotter the transmission gets, the worse it performs. The anti lock brake system does not operate evenly on the brakes. This is evident on the unusual wear to the rear brakes. On an emergency stop the rear brakes lock up. In the past the dealer said it was because there is no weight in the bed of the truck. I have battled and repaired the brake system since purchasing the truck. Finally everthing mentioned gave out, the only response from the dealer was that the truck has to many miles. Additionally I have filed a complaint with the state of california automotive consumer affairs for the concerns, false and misleading statements, writings by the dealer. The vehicle is somewhat ok on dry pavement, but loss of control on wet pavement. I did contact chevrolet assistance in writing. They acknowledged my response, but declined to discuss the defects with the transmission and brake system.
The anti lock braking system failed, as a result the brake pedal went down to the floor. Nlm
While traveling on the highway brake pedal went all the way down to the floor. Dealership is aware of problem.
When slowing down to a stop there's a grinding noise, brake pedal goes down further than normal, but will stop. Problem is intermittent.
While the consumer was applying brakes, the brake pedal goes to the floor. Took the vehicle to the dealer three times, and the dealer stated the brakes were performing as designed.
Vehicle pulls to the right when brakes are engage with no pressure to the brake pedal. (front and right) there is a slight pulsating at 35 MPH that gets sharp and acute at 55 MPH. Upon inspection right outer disc pad was missing the lower 1 1/2 inch of pad. All brake pads were replaced. The slight intermittent pull has happened once after the pads were replaced. Dealer can't locate the problem.
When applying brakes pedal went down to floor, not stopping vehicle. Consumer was hit by another vehicle. Driver and passenger were injured. Please add VIN.
Abs prematurely engages on any surface. Once ABS is released main brakes kick in, causing vehicle to feel as though it will not stop in time. Dealer has been notified, and cannot find a remedy to fix the problem.*ak the dealer changed both hubs as possible cause of ABS problem but it did not solve it.
Brakes pulsate at 10 MPH. Please provide additional information.
There is intermittent brake failure, pedal will go to floor. Consumer feels problem is rear ABS brakes. Vehicle taken to dealer 3 times, cannot duplicate problem, cannot remedy. *ak consumer states he can not haul his trailer or haul any large loads because of faulty rear brakes, the front shoes have been replaced with lifetime brake pads twice and the rear ones look brand new.
Vehicle experiencing a problem with brakes releasing themselves before stopping. Abs would intermittently/prematurley engage. Dealer notified, and unwilling to assist in this matter. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter .
Everytime brakes are applied vehicle pulls to the right. When trying to make a sudden stop vehicle's pull to right is even worse . Contacted dealer, and dealer could never find cause.
At 62,000 miles fan clutch broke and now transmission needs to be replaced, 2nd gear is gone. The rear seal is leaking and was replaced already at 18,600 the front brakes were repaired at 25,600 then at 35,300 the entire front brakes completely replaced rotors and all(problems with calipers) the repairing dealer claimed it wsn't covered under warranty even though all repairs we done by chevrolet dealers. Now I am facing approximately $2,000. In repairs to the transmission.......chevrolet give me a brake. E.
While driving on wet or dry pavement and applying brakes, anti-lock brakes kicked in. This problem was intermittent. Also, dealer said bearings were worn out.
Consumer as a problem with anti-lock brake system. When he applies brakes pedal goes all the way to the floor. Pedal is soft. He will contact the dealership.
When depressing brake pedal hard brake indicator light will not flash. Dealer has been notified.please provide further information.
Both frontal ABS brake sensors have gone bad which causes brake failure. Upon depressing the brake pedal to make a stop, the pedal travels to the floorboard, causing brake failure. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Complete hub and sensor system has to be replaced. *ak
Upon depressing brakes under normal stopping conditions, brake pedal was very sloppy which caused extended stopping distance. Also, problem tended to occur more on dry pavement. Consumer has contacted dealer. Dealer was unable to determine the cause of the problem. Please provide any further details.
Consumers master cylinder and brake booster failed causing vehicle to loose steering and braking ability while driving and she crashed into the highway divider, as a result the air bag deployend, trapping and suffocating her. The inside of the vehicle became filled with smoke, the doors were jammed and she was unable to open the until someone came to her vehicle and opened the door from the outside. Nlm
Abs problems; intermittently when applying the brakes pedal feels very spongy and goes down to the floorboard. This happens on normal road surfaces. No difference on wet road surfaces. Dealer was notified about the problem. Problem has not been corrected.
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