Abs pump failed. Have no anti-lock brakes. Had to pull fuse to stop pump from running. Will not replace at $1,800.
1999 Chevrolet Silverado brakes complaints
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I was driving home and ABS light came on. When I got home the motor on the ABS was still running. I had to pull the fuse to get it to stop. I found a lot of people on the web that had the same problem. I think gm should recall the vehicles and fix them right.
My problem is similar to the problems that I have read about related to the federal safety agency recall campaigns 05v379000 . At slow speed ABS will activated, but the truck with not stop. This truck was not included in the recall which seemed weird since it had the same problems as described in the recall, and I live in a state which has salt on the roads almost half of the year. When I brought truck in to the chevrolet dealer, who stated that they needed to replace the entire hub assembly for both the right and left. To fully fix the problem they could not simply apply a rust inhibitor as the recall above suggested. I did some internet research and found that other consumers experienced the same problem. Many who brought their trucks in under the recall also had to have the hub assembly replaced. The two crashes this problem caused included the vehicle running in to a tree in a parking lot and a tool chest in garage. I have been fortunate enough not to have run anyone over because of this problem.
Dt*: the contact stated that there was increased stopping distance while applying brake pressure at low speeds. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. Updated 2/27/2006 -
Dt*: the consumer stated the ABS activated at low speeds between 5-10 MPH. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000 regarding the service brakes, hydraulic:anti-lock. The consumer experienced the same problem as indicated in the recall; however, the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.
Dt*: the contact stated the rear brake backing plate deteriorated and will not work properly due to corrosion. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for general inspection of the corrosion. The service department determined the rear brake backing plate was corroded due to the corrosive road salts used on the highway in that area.
1999 silverado ABS sensors were replaced due to failure. *ts the consumer had replaced one sensor prior to learning of the recall because of extended stopping distance. The consumer vehicle is not included in the ABS sensor recall 05v‑379 because he lives wisconsin.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving on normal road conditions at low speeds, and under normal braking conditions, the anti-lock brakes failed to stop the vehicle. The ABS activated, causing extended stopping distance. After the first incident the dealer replaced the rotors. The second time the dealership put brake pads on the rear, cleaned the sensors, and resurfaced the front and rear rotors. However, the problem recurred. *ak the right rear window regulator was replaced. Updated 02/07/06.
Driving on the road and the ABS control module came on and would not stop, even if truck is off and the key removed from it. The only way to stop the module from working is to remove the electrical wiring from it.
1999 chevy silverado electronic brake control module has a defect that involves a relay inside the ebcm that sticks and will eventually cause it to stop working. *ts the consumer stated a technical service bulletin had been issued and what was recommended for fixing the problem, however the consumer had the work and it didn't correct the problem. In doing some research it was discovered that the problem for the ABS failure is with the ebcm itself. The consumer stated the only way to fix the problem was is to replace the ebcm, but the dealership have been instructed not to replace it.
Abs module failed after only 28,000 on my 1999 silverodo. Replaced at a cost of $1069 to me.
Dt: the contact states there is the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 regarding the anti-lock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. The vehicle was repaired.
I bought my 1999 checy silverado new. The brakes were never as good as the vehicle I had traded in or in fact drove at work for my employer. I took my vehicle back to the dealer, mckee auto several times. The service advisors would not log my complaint or attempt to repair the vehicle. I have run several stoplights because of the lousy brakes, luckily there haven't been any accidents. Last october the rear brakes went out on this vehicle. I replaced the rear pads and rotors while the front brakes look the same as new. This leads me to believe maybe they aren't hardly being used. I thought there was supposed to have been a recall for early models of this vehicle, but was never notified.
Dt: the contact states there is a the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to VIN. There have been no repairs made to the vehicle.
The ABS light came on and did not go off. When I turned off vehicle at two different locations, there was something "still running". I immediately took it to my mechanic who advised system had to be replaced or battery would run down and there was a likely possibilty of an accident occuring as brakes would not be operating properly. This vehicle only had 40,000 miles on it and regular maintenance has been maintained. This was a major expense ($1078.35) plus a car rental was required as this is my only means of transportation.
Dt: the contact states there is the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to VIN. There have been no repairs made to the vehicle.
I purchased a used 1999 chevrolet silverado 4wd in july and around sept of this year I had trouble breaking in low MPH situations such as stop signs, lights and in parking situations where the ABS would trigger on dry clean pavement causing many close calls where I almost rear ended vehicles or ran into buildings ect. There is a recall on this particular problem in "salt using states" which ironically does not include wisconsin or minnesota. The recall# is 05068 regarding wheel speed sensors in years 99 thru 02 models.
Contact states: trouble with brakes on and off on his truck, at low speed the brakes start pumping, but will not stop the vehicle. Contact thinks it is the anti-lock brakes. Contact has not had the vehicle serviced. There was a minor collision as a result of the brakes not stopping the vehicle. *ak
Dt: the contact states there is a the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the service brakes. This vehicle is experiencing the same problems as indicated in the recall, but is not included in the recall due to VIN.
Dt: the contact states there is the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but is not included in the recall due to VIN. The contact repaired the vehicle at his own expense.*ak the ABS failed at low speed. Updated 01/04/06.
I woke up to a dead battery yesterday on my 1999 z71 silverado. I jumped the vehicle and drove to the local auto parts store to replace the battery since it was the original and I did not want to get stranded in 0 degree weather. In route, my ABS light came on and a loud motor sound came from under the vehicle. This noise did not cease once I turned the vehicle off. I replaced the battery & drove to my dealer. He opened the hood and pulled the ABS fuse and said "you can fix it this way or the expensive way for $1500." I plan on keeping the vehicle for a couple more years and drive three small children in this vehicle so safety is of my utmost concern. The dealer replaced the ecbm for over $1100. There are many complaints on this site as well as numerous other forums. This is not an isolated problem. Gm needs to do the right thing and issue at least a recall to inspect these units as they are in an area on the vehicle that is subject to road debris & corrosion. And ultimately reimburse any silverado owners for expenses incurred to replace this unit. How many complaints does it take to get an action out of chevrolet? Hopefully they respond before someone gets hurt.
My 1999 chevrolet silverado pickup truck has the known problem with the anti-lock brake system going into a pulsating mode when stopping at low speeds. This is a significant saftey hazard, and the truck is unsafe to drive. My chevrolet dealer refuses to fix this defect because the truck is not under warranty, and the recall for this problem does not include minnesota, which is the state with the most salt used on highways of any state I have ever lived in.
When applying the brakes at low speeds the anti-lock system engages and the vehicle is very hard to stop.
Dt: the contact states there is a the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to VIN. The contact repaired the vehicle at his own expense.
Gm's safety recall "05068 - front wheel speed sensor corrosion" failed to correct the low speed ABS activation problem on my 1999 chevrolet silverado truck. The gm dealer followed the gm recall bulletin instructions, and even replaced both front wheel speed sensors. After the work was complete, there was no change to the problem where the ABS activates every time I apply the brakes and the vehicle is about to come to a stop. The gm dealer said there was nothing more they were approved to do on the vehicle beyond what they had already done.
Abs module has failed at 66,500 miles. The ABS module stays running with the engine turned off. The power cable has to be unplugged at the ABS module under the driver side door to turn it off. I have discovered that this is a common problem by browsing the internet. Also, this part is heavily stocked by parts distributors because of this common failure. It has not been fixed yet but will cost over $900 to replace this ABS module.
Parking break wore out prematurely. Dealer said the noise I heard was from something else. Took truck back several times to no avail. Finally, dealer said I had been driving around with parking brake on. Not true, can't drive 1999 silverado with parking brake on and not notice; bell rings.
Within 3 weeks of having the recall on the front wheel sensors completed, the ecbm on the ABS system failed requiring its replacement. The ABS pump ran constantly after this failure and would have run the battery down or runied the pump had I not know to pull the 60a ABS fuse. The pump is not rated for contiuous duty.
While braking at low speeds, maining decreasing from about 7mph to 5 MPH the anti-lock brakes activate. When it activates, you have no brakes and it has almost caused several accidents. This has been happening for about a year now. Several people in my area are having the same problems with different years models also. This occurs every time you apply the brakes while coming to a stop.
I took my 1999 chevrolet 1500 series pickup to a local dealer to get the recall on the front speed sensors fixed. The anti-lock brakes were activating every time I tried to stop the vehicle. They said they serviced the truck but when I picked it up the problem persisted. I took it back a second time and they told me that the right front hub assembly was bad. I took the truck to the mecanic I normally use and he put the hub in, the problem still persisted. I called general motors to report that the dealership didn't fix the problem, then told me to replace a part that wasn't defective. They did nothing, now I have a truck that I make a monthly payment on and is unsafe to drive as it will not stop.
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