Dt: the contact states there is the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the ABS brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to the state the contact resides. *ak the headlamp bulb was replaced. Updated 01/04/06.
2002 Chevrolet Silverado brakes complaints
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Dt: the contact received the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the ABS brakes. Upon inspection by the dealer the wheel speed sensors were in excellent shape. All four rotors were completely corroded, and in needed replacement. The rotors were replaced at the contact's expense. The manufacturer was notified. They offered a partial reimbursement for yearly maintenance.
Dt: the contact received the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the anti-lock brakes. Before the recall work was completed the contact's husband was involved in a crash while pulling into a parking space. He depressed the brakes and the ABS engaged and vehicle hit a brick wall. There was bumper damage. The contact wanted gm to reimburse her for the bumper damage. The contact called the manufacturer several times, and they offered no reimbursement for the bumper damage.
Abs brake system activates at slow speeds on dry pavement, not allowing truck to stop when brakes are applied. This usually happens under 5 MPH and has caused me to roll through a stop sign.
Defective rear brakes.
At low speeds, (below 10 MPH) the antilock braking system will engage (pulsing of brake pedal) on my 2002 1500 silverado and make stopping distances dramatically greater in slippery conditions, even if only one wheel is on a patch of ice/snow. This leads to scary situations at stop signs/semiphores. I contacted gm, and they advised me that I live in a state (mn) that is not covered by the recall. I was advised that if the vehicle was repaired at a dealership, I may be eligible for reimbursement on a case-by-case basis. For now, I have removed the ABS fuse to disable the ABS system. I realize that the ABS will not work at all, but at least I my stopping power will be predictable.
Both rear brake rotors for 2002 chevy silverado had to be replaced due to corrosion. *ts the vehicle had only been driven 2,525 miles between the last service yet no brake problem was noticed by the technician at that time.
Cold engine start-up knock. I own a 2002 silverado z71 with the 4.8 engine. The engine has had cold start-up knock since I have owned it. I have asked dealers about it and have been told it is normal. I build engines for and own to drag cars. One is an et footbrake car with a mild 350 ci small block chevy. The other is a 48 fiat altered with a 434 ci small block chevy stroker. Both have forged pistons and neither has the cold piston noise that this bone stock 4.8 has. I currently have 39,139 miles on my truck and want it to last as long as possible. Under the current circumstances, I don't think it will last much longer before it cracks a piston skirt or severely damages the cylinder walls. It is my intention to contact chevrolet in the next couple of days but after reading the complaints on this site, I am prepared to be told the same as the dealer told me. I am also looking into the class action suit approach to get a remedie to the problem. Another issue is the brakes. The truck has 4 wheel disk and stops like it has four wheel drums without power?? I owned a 97 sivlverado that had brakes that worked the same. You would think that a truck that cost 30,000 dollars would be a little better constructed.
Had my 2002 chev silverado in for recall service 05068 on 10-24-05. Dealer advised that recall service performed but vehicle required new front hub assemblies to correct ABS problem at a cost of over $1000 to me; the recall states it will correct problems caused by corrosion between hubs and ABS sensors. Cost should not be incurred by me for defective manufacture.
The county in which we live receives over 100+ inches of snow on average. The states that surround us, west virginia and pennsylvania, are considered by your definition to be in the "rust belt" our state and county road crews use a lot of salt and chemicals on the roads in the winter due to the high amount of snow that we receive each year. For this reason we feel that you should consider this area in the coverage zone for the safety recall of the front wheel speed sensor corrosion. The silverado would make noises, vibrate and would feel like it was not going to stop in the necessary and appropriate distance at low speeds. The brakes felt mushy and would vibrate when coming to a stop. At first it only happened infrequently, but then began to happen all the time. The silverado was taken to the local dealership to be serviced and the technician tested both the left and right front sensors. The technician then tried to remove and clean the above mentioned parts, which could not be done. The result was that a new hub assembly on both sides was installed . After this repair was completed, both the right and left sides were retested and found to be working ok. There have been no problem since this repair was completed. The old parts are available for inspection if needed.
Dt: the contact stated the dealer diagnosed the problem as the ABS signal dropping out at low speeds. This vehicle was showing the same symptoms as indicated in the recall. The delaer told her on 11-05-29005 this vehicle was not involved on 11-05-05 the wheel speed sensors had to be replaced at the contact's expense.
Consumer letter regarding safety deficiency on 2002 chevrolet silverado braking system. *ts the brake rotors and calipers have been replaced several times.
Dt: the contact received the federal safety agency recall letter 05v379000 concerning ABS brake failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealership for repairs. Upon leaving the dealership experienced the same ABS brake problems as those prior to the repairs. The dealership then drove the vehicle and could not duplicate the problem. General motors told him if the dealership could not duplicate the problem then there was nothing they could do. The vehicle was taken to another service station, and they told him the problem was still with the ABS. *ak updated 11/29/2005 -
Dt: the contact stated that when applying brake pressure to make a sudden stop the ABS did not activate. There was no feeling of pulsation. There was extended stopping distance. Was able to avoid a rear end collision. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer, who insisted the disc brakes delaminated. There was the federal safety agency recall , but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN although the vehicle experienced the same ABS problem as indicated in the recall. No repairs have been made at this time. *ak updated 12/7/2005 - the vehicle was taken to the dealer who determine that the speed sensor was corroded. The dealer informed the consumer that there was a recall for the 1500 silverado but not the 2500hd silverado.
Truck will not come to a complete stop. I ran into another person coming to a stop. Truck will just keep rolling a little even with the brakes fully depressed. Talked to a couple of service stations and they said it was my ABS sensors in the front hubs. Gm has a recall but not in my state and that is why I am filing a complaint.
Dt: the contact stated anti -lock brakes were activating at low speeds. Road salt corrosion LED to false brake sensor readings, causing anti lock brakes to activate at wrong speeds. While driving in a parking lot the contact ran over a concrete parking barrier because he could not stop. The parking lot was dry. He had not contacted the manufacturer. Took vehicle to a dealership, and they were able to clean the sensors.*ak the consumer didn't learn about the recall until after he paid for the repairs. Updated 11/29/05. *jb updated 11/29/05. The consumer contacted the manufacture and was told that wisconsin was excluded from the recall. The consumer was not aware of the recall until after the dealer had repair the problem. The consumer request reimbursement for the repairs.
My 2002 chevrolet silverado truck has started experiencing symptoms of low-speed ABS brake failures.
Dt: consumer states the drivers seat slid forward six inches from back, it broke and hit the tilt lever. It causedthe consumer's aunt to have a broken back, and she was paralyzed from the waist down. This happened on october 3, 2005, consumer stated that her aunt had foot on the brakes, but the vehicle accelerated instead of slowing down. There was no forewarning before this happened. At this time consumer has not contacted the dealer or manufacturer.
Replace rear rotors on vehicle with 27,000 miles on it. Little wear on pads. Mfg rotors were obviously defective. I have original rotors and the metal is breaking apart.
Abs brakes engaged at speeds below 5 miles per hour regardless of road conditions. I nearly crashed into parked cars in parking lots, and my own garage at home. I did crash into steel dumpster at work. Abs engaged while doing 5 MPH going down a hill at work. They would not disengage after repeated attempts pressing and releasing brakes. The vehicle sped up due to no breaking and slide sideways which resulted in me striking a steel dumpster at work caving in both doors on the driver side of truck. This resulted in $4346.38 insurance claim which I paid a $500.00 deductible on. I had to disconnect the ABS after that as the constant engagement of the ABS would occur at anytime I was going 5 MPH or less.
Dt: the contact stated the right rear brakes were grinding. The contact took vehicle to dealer on 6-27-05 and they replaced rear rotors and pads. However, the problem recurred. The pedal jerked/ pulsated when put the brake on. It happened at any speed. This vehicle was not included in recall 05v790000 due to VIN. The contact felt this vehicle should have been included. *ak
Dt: the brakes are working poorly. Pedal goes to the floor before it stops the vehicle. The caller says it has been like that since he purchased the vehicle. Dealer will not fix it for free. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet.*ak when the brakes were applied the consumer felt a vibration as if the ABS activated.
When taken for inspection, the dealer informed the consumer that the vehicle needed new brakes and rotors. The rotors were slightly pulling away from the wheel. Consumer never had any signs of a safety defect prior to this. The cause was undetermined.*ak the consumer stated when he placed the vehicle in park and turned off the engine, the automatic doors locks failed. When the consumer attempted to gain speed, the vehicle stalled, the dealer stated the injector was bad.
Poor quality vehicle/parts anti-lock brakes activate when they should not, there is an upcoming recall as gm is aware of this problem on the 2002 chevy silverado, however they will not fix it until the recall is active. I am having a problem with the brakes now, this is a safety issues and they should fix them now and not make me pay for this service and then require me to submit a bill at a later date to be reimbursed.
Dt: there is recall 05v161000 concerning emergency brake problem on manual transmission vehicle. However, the consumer's vehicle has automatic transmission. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN although it has the same emergency brake system on automatic transmission. Realized this problem on september 23, 2005 because of taking the vehicle to get it inspected , and their insistence the emergency brakes will not hold. There was no forewarning for the problem.
Dt: the contact stated that the brakes on h 2002 chevrolet silverado were bad. At low speeds the truck will not stop. The contact noticed this a couple of weeks ago. When he took vehicle to the dealer they replaced some sensors, and it was still doing the same thing. The pedal went to the floor. The federal safety agency recall 05v379000 regarding the ABS brakes was issued. But the state of virginia was not included in the recall. He has not yet talked to the manufacturer. Also, was having problems with the rotors. The contact had to replace the rotors at 40,000 miles about a couple of months ago.
'02 silverado 1500, ext cab... Pls add me to the list of faulty ABS experiences... The truck ABS activated at a slow speed brake, just prior to full stop... Tapped the rear of the car in front of me... Luckily, no damage and no one was hurt but, it could have been serious. It now seems that the faulting ABS has been noticed before but, it was intermittent and only suspect... The 60a fuse has been pulled to disable this "safety" feature...
Dt: the contact stated ABS brakes activated at low speeds. The brakes pulsated, and the vehicle did not want to stop right away. This started happening a couple of months ago. The dealer said that recall 05v379000 did not apply to the state where the consumer lived. The ABS light came on when he applied the brakes.
Dt: the consumer complained about the ABS brakes kicking in at low speeds. The problem first started on july 15, 2005. There was gm the federal safety agency recall 05v379/ gem recall 05068 a recall for this type of vehicle. When the consumer contacted the manufacturer,they told him that the recall was not official yet.
In the early hours of monday august 29, upon arriving home, we were pulling into our driveway at about 10 miles per hour in our 2002 chevrolet silverado, the anti-lock brakes engaged and we had difficulty coming to a stop and almost hit our garage door. On tuesday august 30th , my husband was pulling into a parking space at work going approx 5-10 miles per hour and the anti-lock brakes engaged, causing him not to be able to stop and hitting another persons car across from him in a parking space. In talking to a co-worker about what the anti-lock brakes were doing she directed me to this website to check if there were any recalls. On august 29th, there was a recall notice issued about this very problem. We called our local dealership, cody chevrolet in montpelier, vt. They told us to pull the fuse on the anti-lock brakes until we could bring in the truck on thursday, sept 1 to have the problem corrected. The other person's car that was struck by our truck took their car to get an estimate, which came back at $688. I called gm to get them to pay for it. They keep saying they need to investigate this further. My concern is that rather than hitting a parked car, my husband could have hit a person. He could have been traveling downtown at a slow rate of speed, come to a person crossing a crosswalk, the anti-lock breaks could have engaged and he could have struck a person. Gm has told me that the recall is not being released until there are enough parts available at which time it will be released to owners in january in VIN # order. I feel that this could be a potential public safety hazard. I also feel gm has an obligation to pay the damage done to the other vehicle, especially since our local dealership fixed the problem at no cost to us based on the recall.
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