Consumer states: consumer let go of the brake pedal and pushed it again and ABS system didn't work at all times. This may happen one time in a month.
2001 Chevrolet Silverado brakes complaints
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Replaced both wheel hubs on front of 2001 silverado 2500 hd (at 39000 miles) due to anti lock brakes not working properly. I spent 900.00 on this repair because I was going on vacation and pulling a fifth wheel camper. The repair tech said this is not a common problem...I now wonder
The ABS system of my 2001 chevy silverado has never worked properly. The system activates constantly, and the dealer was repeatedly unable to repair the problem. I urge to to issue a recall for this type of vehicle.
While applying the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop completely. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to a dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the rotors needed to be replaced. *jb the rotors corroded at very low mileage. There was front and rear brake pulsation. Both front and rear brake rotors were replaced along with the front and rear brake pads. *sc
Dt: while pulling in to park, the ABS activated and consumer crashed into the side of a building. The brake pedal eventually went to the floor but was making a clicking noise as if it were being activated. The road conditions were dry pavement with no debris or moisture. At slow speeds the brake pressure ABS would come on lately. *nm consumer states that gm will pay for all the damages and believes instead of the gm dealer cleaning the sensors they should have replaced them with new ones and not some that will rust.
Brake rotors unatural wear. Rotors deteriorating on edges leaving only 1 inch of pad surface to engage rotor, in the middle of the rotors on my truck increasing stopping distance. Also excessive rust on anti-lock break system causing system failure warning light to engage. Estimate of $2000.00 to repair.
Dt: problems began 10/04 when driving at low speeds, brakes would fail. Dealer reported no problems. Pulsating can be heard coming from brakes. Contact has pulled the ABS fuse to remedy problem. Steering shaft: when making a left turn, slack is felt in the wheel, contact has the steering shaft twice. Popping and grinding is heard when turning.
Dt contact states in march, 2005, when brakes were applied it seemed as if the anti lock brake system was in. When the brakes were pushed, the vehicle did not stop right away, but did eventually stop. The contact took the vehicle to a service dealer, they stated that the vehicle computer was showing there was nothing wrong. The service mechanic suggested taking the vehicle to the dealership where the vehicle was purchased. They informed the contact that rotors needed to be replaced due to rust, replaced left front wheel speed sensor, cleaned front and rear speed sensor ground. This did help the problem. The dealership stated that the rotors needed to be replaced.
Dt: was driving down the road you approached a toll booth, tried to slow down and applied brake pressure. The pedal almost goes to the floor, felt the ABS tried to equalize. The vehicle had to be stopped by emergency brake alone. Has been having an infrequent "weird feeling" in brakes lately. Has not been taken to dealer due to expense, had to make repair out of pocket. All 4 rotors were corrosive and prematurely aged despite the mileage. Surface were delaminated and falling apart. The pads were however were okay.
Consumer states: when pulling out from stop light or stop sign the brakes kick in. Only happens getting ready to stop. Makes a chattering noise. The sensor is calling for the ABS system when it doesn't need the ABS system.
The anti lock braking system engages approximately 75% of the time as I come to a stop. This happens on dry pavement. I have an appointment with the dealership to have it corrected.
Consumer states: the ABS wheel sensor releases the brakes when coming to a stop. No for warning noise but does make a noise when it comes on. When holding the pedal down the brakes release.
I have recently experienced the anti-lock brake problems that all of the gm trucks/suvs have been experiencing. When I would attempt to stop the anti-lock brake would activate on dry pavement and in good weather, causing me to roll forward past the point of where I intended to stop. This happened dozens of times before I was able to have it services by the dealer, at times making me roll into traffic at stop signs and almost rear end vehicles stopping in front of me. The dealer fixed the problem on the second attempt, the first time they attempted cleaning a sensor contact, before finally replacing the entire sensor unit. I had to pay out of pocket as it is a 2001 chevy silverado 1500 with 80,000 miles.
Anti lock brakes failure at low speeds. Changed wheel barrin with sencor in it, failed less than a year later. Bad brake calliber I was driving the truck I applied the brake and the bolt holding the calliber to the frame broke resulting in the wheel locking up.
Dt: for no reason and at low speeds the anti lock brakes activate. Happens most of the time when brake is applied. Dealer says the sensors are dirty, had the sensors cleaned ,but problem is still there. Had one sensor replaced at advice of gm dealer, and the problem is still there (left front). Has talked to manufacturer, and is not satisfied with what they are doing. Pulled fuse to deactivate anti-lock brakes.
Dt: anti lock brake system causes extended stopping distance about 1 year ago. At speeds of 10-15 MPH. Problem recurred. Vehicle was regularly serviced, and service records were available.
All 4 rotors had to be replaced on my 2001 silverado that had only 19,000 mi on it also all the brake shoes had to be replaced because the rotors had such rust build-up on them they ground off the shoes. This cost me over $400.00 to have repaired. The vehicle is well maintained and garage kept.
Dt: while driving exactly 10 MPH the vehicle's brakes locked up. The consume has stopped driving the vehicle because he is afraid an accident will result. The dealer has not repaired the vehicle but indicated t needed to be cleaned.
Dt: the ABS would activate between 2-4 MPH. The technician indicated the problem was the result of rust build-up.
Abs brakes are not working on my truck. Huge cost to fix them. Currently I have pulled the fuse on the ABS brakes. With only 60,000 miles I shouldn't have to spend over $1,000 to have brakes fixed. Abs brakes kick in on totally dry roads at slow conditions and cause you to possibly hit someone.
Dt: ABS system. The ABS system activated when slowing down or turning. As a result the truck did not stop. The vehicle could not be driven.
Contact states: 2001, chevrolet silverado. Having problems with the anti-lock brakes. When driving 40-50 MPH everything seems fine, but once the car comes almost to a complete stop while traveling 5-10 MPH the brake fail. Happens in any road condition. The first time it happened the car was taken to the dealer, and they said it was the wheel assembly ,and fixed the brakes. Currently, , it happened again, but the car has not been taken to the dealer yet. No warnings prior to or after the failure.
2001 silverado pickup I have had two near miss incidents. Both involve my anti-lock breaks activating at low speed as I approach stop signs or red lights. All the sudden my breaks start pulsing and the truck will not stop. One time I had to veer onto the curb to avoid hitting the car in front of me. The last time my truck actually rolled in front of an oncoming semi truck. Luckly the truck was able to swerve and miss me. I approached the dealership today in person (may 4, 2004) and they flat out denied that they had a problem. The refuesed to acknowledge a safety concern and told me "if you want us to look at it we can, but we will have to charge you".
Contact states: when driving at 10 MPH when applying breaks they get hard. And ABS kicks in.
Recalled anti lock brake sensor in canada ; had problem, and consumer paid $427.07 for replacing both front sensors.
2001 chevrolet silverado experiencing problems with the anti-lock brake system.*mr the consumer stated the ABS began to engage on dry pavement while slowing between speeds of 5 MPH and stopping. At first it was occasional, but then the brakes began to engage consistently on dry pavement. The consumer took the vehicle to a mechanic where corrosion was discovered on the driver side front wheel speed sensor. The mechanic recommended removing, lubricating and replacing both front wheel speed sensors. The mechanic stated it was a common problem with the pickup's due to the design of the part and the conditions which the vehicle are driven; snow and highway salt.
2001 silverado ABS brakes kept applying at slow speeds while rolling to a stop. Applying after hitting a bump prior to stop. While getting gas one day I went to change lanes in the gas pump area,while barely moving the ABS pump started running and it took both feet and both hands holding onto the steering wheel to push down the brake pedal.the truck is 6000 mi. Out of warantee so I disconected the ABS fuse (mainly because I never had any faith in the ABS system anyway)but this was the last straw.I am disapointed that a truck with such low milage would have such a poor braking system.I relate this to you as it sounds like the problem described on the news and thought it might be important.
Unwanted application of ABS when stopping on dry pavement which causes greatly increased stopping distances.
I have a 2001 chevy silverado and my ABS brakes are activateing at slow speeds when comeing to a compleat stop. I have 84000 miles on my truck and I've almost rear ended the person in front of me on numerous ocations. I just read an artical in the detroit news about this problem and I wanted to tell you my truck is also haveing the ABS problem. I am hopeing for a recall on the ABS sensors!
1) ABS brake light coming on 2) light repeatedly comes on 3) currently not fixed. Dealership claims no recalls for situation.
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