Dt*: the contact stated while driving at any speed and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle has an extended stopping distance. During panic braking, the pedal goes to the floor and fails to stop the vehicle. It was driven to the dealer who determined this was the design of the vehicle. *ak updated 7/31/2006 - the vehicle ABS has been repaired twice, once under recall. The pedal becomes spongy at time and can be pressed with little effort. The brakes were turned at 2900 miles then had to be replaced at 300 miles. Now at 19000 miles the rear brake rotors need to be replaced.
2002 Chevrolet Silverado brakes complaints
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Anti-skid brake system activates at low speed, extends stopping distance and causes vehicle to lurch to the side occasionally. A gm recall bulletin exists for this problem but gm says it does dot apply to my vehicle, even though my VIN is included in the bulletin.
Dt*: the contact stated the ABS activates at low speeds. While driving 5 to 10 MPH, when the brakes are applied the vehicle has an increase stopping distance. The brakes also grab and pull the vehicle to the right. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000, regarding the service brakes: antilock. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. Updated 5/10/2006 - the dealer found salt corrosion on the front ABS brakes.
Dt*: the contact stated at slow speeds of 8 MPH the ABS engaged, causing extended stopping distance. There is the federal safety agency recall # 05v379000 regarding the service brakes, hydraulic: antilock. This vehicle had the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it was not included in the recall because the state of wisconsin was not listed on affected states. Updated 05/30/06.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was inspected and the mechanic determined the rear brake rotors and rear pads were rusted and grooved. The front brakes and pads were also rusted and grooved, but not as much as the rear. The rear brakes and rotors were replaced on 11-16-05. Updated 05/02/06.
Dt*: the contact stated while stopping at speeds between 3-4 MPH the driver side front brake ABS activates. This causes the vehicle to swerve to the right and a longer stopping distance. 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.
2002 silverado brakes failed causing consumer to hit a vehicle in driveway. *ts *nm***nar***
Dt*: the contact stated the ABS engages at low speeds of 20 MPH and below. As a result, the stopping distance was increased. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000, regarding the ABS. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall because of the VIN. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The dealer cleaned the wheel speed sensor, replaced the pads and rotors. However, those replacements did not correct the problem. Additionally, a knocking noise was heard in the engine. The dealer inspected the engine although, no repairs were made. The passenger sie window was inoperative. Updated 03/28/06.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 10 MPH, the vehicle was difficult to stop when depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to the local independent repair shop for inspection. The mechanic discovered all 4 rotors had deteriorated. The rotors were replaced and the vehicle operates normally. Updated 5/2/2006 -
Dt*: the contact stated while inspecting the brakes on the vehicle corrosion was noticed on the rotors. The vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection. Upon inspection, the dealership determined the rotors needed to be replaced. The contact replaced the rotors and notified the manufacturer.
Dt*: the contact stated while depressing the brake pedal the vehicle vibrated. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for inspection. The repair personnel determined the rear rotors were deteriorated and needed to be replaced. The vehicle is currently at the repair shop awaiting repairs.
Wheel speed sensor is falsely activating the ABS.
In december of 2005 I brought my 2002 silverado to the dealer for a recall on ABS sensors. I was contacted and told I needed brake rotors and pads on all four wheels. I asked them how a truck with only 10,200 miles that had been garaged since purchase could require $900 worth of brakes. First I was told it was due to inactivity. After explaining I have a 1976 gmc ck10 parked beside the silverado and it did not require such repair, I was told new brake materials are inferior to the older brake materials. I suspect there may be faulty materials used in gmc truck brakes circa 2002 and seek you advice on the matter. Thank you.
2002 silverado parking brake does not hold, rear axle seals were leaking. *ts ***no answer required*** the consumer received a recall regarding the parking brake after several attempts of trying to get it repaired. The ABS light illuminated, the dealer replaced the speed sensor. The cd player failed. The complained about a rattle when going over bumps. The dealer tightened the shocks. The tailgate latch was replaced.
Every time I stop this truck the anti lock brakes kick in at 3 - 5 MPH.
Dt*: the consumer stated all 4 rotors were peeling along the laminations and exposing the metal plates. There was no evidence of rust, just extreme an breakdown of the material. The vehicle was not exposed to hazardous or severe weather conditions. Although the rotors continued to deteriorate, the vehicle has not been seen by a dealer.
Dt*: the contact stated when stopping at a stop sign, the ABS activated causing the vehicle to crash into another vehicle. Upon inspection the dealership found corrosion on the wheel sensors. The driver side wheel sensor was replaced and the corrosion was cleaned off the passenger side wheel sensor. There is a recall for the ABS, the federal safety agency # is 05v379000. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN.
1. Slowing truck on approach to a stop sign, road conditions-dry asphalt, road surface consisted of shallow narrowly spaced washboards, speed-approx. 20 MPH. 2.when truck encountered washboard area, the brake pedal pulsed at an abnormally high frequency, the pedal went soft, the brake action was so slight that one couldn't tell they were applied and the truck nearly went through a stop sign as the result. 3. Dealer inspected ABS system, stated a code for left front sensor was set, test drove truck but code would not reset, no parts or repairs were completed.
2002 chevy silverado brakes failed at low speeds. *ts when the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer to be inspected, he was informed there was a problem with the ABS. The sensor was cleaned and a part was replaced. The consumer then received a recall notice in october 2005 regarding the ABS. The recall letter stated the consumer could apply for reimbursement. The tailgate rusted and broke. The steering relay and right front idler arm were replaced. The window regulator was replaced. The wheel center cap fell off.
Dt*: the contact stated t the vehicle will not stop when applying the brakes. The antilock brakes activated, causing the vehicle to shake and vibrate . There was the federal safety agency recall campaign o5v379000 concerning antilock brake failure. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Dt*: the contact stated the rear passenger side brake rotor busted while driving at 20 MPH. The contact was depressing the brake pedal to the floor with little braking capabilities. There were no visible road hazards which could have caused the rotors to fail. Prior to this failure the vehicle was taken to the dealership. Upon inspection both rear rotors were rusted. According to the dealership this was normal. The defective rotors were replaced. *ak updated 1/25/2006 -
Anti-lock brakes failed to function as designed causing lose of vehicle control and crash. Additionally airbag did not deploy in a front end collision severe enough to totally destroy vehicle.
Dt: the contact states since purchase the brakes have been weak when pulling his boat and making emergency stops. He states with both feet on the brake pedal, it feels spongy and it goes to the floor. The vehicle does not stop any faster when the brakes are pressed harder. The trailer for the boat does not have any brakes and both weigh approximately 2000 pounds. The pulling capacity for the vehicle is 7200 pounds. The vehicle has been to the dealership and they state the brakes are working properly; therefore, no repairs have been made. They have not driven the vehicle with the trailer and boat attached.
1) approaching a stop sign at 20 MPH. Applied brakes with 100 ft to go to stop sign. Pavement dry under drivers side wheels. Pavement less than 20% snow/ice covered under passeanger wheels. Temperature 0 degrees f. 3:00 pm 2) I applied the brakes 100 feet from the stop sign. The ABS fired preventing the brakes from engaging. Transmisson did did not disengage. Tried releasing brakes and reapplying, but ABS continued to fire. Pickup did not slow at all due to transmisson continuing to be engaged at throttle idle. Car ahead of me at stop sign was damaged considerably in right rear quater. My pickup received minor damage to front. 3) corrective action not taken yet. Looking into options for replacement of ABS. Recall exists in other northern states for this defect, but not in minnesota.
Dt: the contact complained about ABS brake problems. The vehicle was taken in to the dealership numerous times to have the ABS brakes worked on. The ABS light came on. They took the vehicle to the dealership the first time to have the light checked. The problem with the light was repaired. The second time the vehicle was taken to the dealership to have the rotors changed. The third time the vehicle was at the dealership the brake pads were changed. Also, the rotors were turned. The fourth time the vehicle was taken in to the dealership it was still having the same problems. Repairs to the vehicle were made at contact's expense. At this time there was the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000. Recall repairs were done. The vehicle currently has the same problems as before. *ak updated 03/03/06.
Dt: the contact state vehicle rolled out of the driveway with the parking assist brake on. There was a recall for the manual transmission but not for the automatic transmission. The dealership stated the parking assist brake wore out. Contacted the manufacturer, was referred back to dealership. No repairs made. Phone interview update (april 3, 2006): the complainant had the 4-wheel drive transfer case placed in neutral, which effectively render the automatice transmission (in the 'p' position) parking pawl ineffective in immobilizing the vehicle.
Dt: the contact received a the federal safety agency recall letter campaign 05v379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. The recall work was performed. However, the dealership informed him that this vehicle experienced a failure with the ABS and once the sensors corroded. The contact refused to drive the vehicle because he was afraid that the same ABS failure would occur at any time. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no additional assistance. *ak when the consumer attempted to stop the vehicle, the ABS activated and subsequently the consumer hit a building. The consumer stated he felt responsible for the accident until he received the recall notice in the mail. Updated 01/11/06.
I own a 2002 chevy silverado k-1500 with 64,000 miles. Last week I was pulling into a parking space at 2-3 MPH, and all of a sudden my brakes failed ( pedal to the floor) and it felt like the truck accelerated (my foot was off the gas pedal. I ran into a brick wall, cracking some plastic on the front bumper, and denting the bumper itself. Luckily, I hit the brick wall with the front tow hook. The next day I took my truck to stanley chevrolet and had them look for any problems. The truck was taken there earlier in the fall, to correct the ABS recall. Stanley, could not find any problem. I would also like to submit that my emergency brake system is completely worn out. Which is odd since I have never used them.
Dt: the contact purchased a 2002, chevrolet silverado new in 2002 from ron marhoffer chevrolet in northeast ohio, where he resided until early 2005. During the summer of 2005 ABS intermittently activated at low speeds. By the end of september 2005 this problem was occurring almost every time the vehicle came to a stop. Contacted chevrolet and a service appointment was made at local dealer, perry chevrolet, in columbia, mo. The dealership sent the contact home without correcting the problem. While there was a recall covering 2002 silverados in the state of ohio, there seemed to be some questions as to whether or not this vehicle was covered. The contact believed this vehicle was unsafe to drive in its current condition, since the stopping distance was unpredictable, especially in places such as parking lots. *ak as of 12-13-05 the vehicle has been repaired. Updated 01/11/06.
Gm recall no. 05042 is not limited to trucks with manual transmissions. I have talked to other owners of silverado trucks with automatic transmissions who have reported parking brake failures. Service brakes are not affected.
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