2006 Chevrolet Silverado: brake failure

Filed Feb 6, 2016 · Brakes · 98,000 miles · VA

Rusted brake line resulting in total brake failure while driving and attempting to stop

Filed Sep 22, 2015 · Brakes · 24,905 miles · IN

While approaching a traffic signal my brake pedal went all the way to the floor. I drove my vehicle slowly home and checked brake fluid level. It was low and I topped it off. I tried the brakes again and once again the pedal went to floor. I went under the vehicle and brake fluid was dripping off the cross member just behind the engine. I could see that all the brake lines were very rusty. I was able to get the vehicle to big o tires. After inspection, it was found that the brake line had rusted through and all the others were in very bad shape and I had all the lines replaced. After some research I found this was a known problem and gm has redesigned the lines but, refused to recall and replace the lines. You need to research this problem further and insist on a recall before someone is killed. I am the original owner and as indicated by the mileage the vehicle is not driven that much and very well taken care of.

Filed Jul 15, 2015 · Brakes · 60,000 miles · NY

While applying breaks on dry surfaces and coming to a stop the ABS kicks in and pedal goes to the floor. This causes the stopping distance to increase. I have almost rear-ended stopped and parked cars and ran into my garage door. There have been to many close calls so I have pulled the fuse to shut off the ABS.

Filed Apr 28, 2015 · Brakes · 59,857 miles · CA

For the third time a brake line has rusted completely through and caused complete loss of control. It was located under the drivers seat above the frame. I had absolutely no brakes at 70 MPH on hwy 5. I took it to a chevy dealership and they told me it was not their problem. I am extremely concerned about the forth brake line that is complexly covered in rust. This is going to kill someone when it rusts through.

Filed Apr 26, 2015 · Brakes · 100,553 miles · VA

Brake line rupture resulting in immediate brake failure without warning. Parallel parking a 2006 silverado when we encountered a complete brake failure and nearly struck another parked vehicle. Brake petal depressed completely to the floor without warning. Steered truck toward curb to fully stop before striking other vehicle. Immediate inspection revealed brake line rupture on drivers side of vehicle in undercarriage area near back of drivers seat. Significant loss of brake fluid and complete brake failure. Fortunately traveling less than 5 MPH - five minutes earlier we were traveling at speeds of 70 MPH on interstate highway. This could have been a catastrophic event had it occurred on the interstate or the offramp. Vehicle passed a virginia state safety inspection three weeks earlier. Gm or the federal safety agency should warn gm owners to check their brake lines and also consider a recall.

Filed Feb 22, 2015 · Brakes · 10,250 miles · VA · crash

I was backing up the truck when a car came up behind me and had to hit the brakes hard. The peddle went all the way to the floor, no brakes at all. Had to steer the truck into a snow bank to avoid an accident. The cab of the truck immediately smelled like brake fluid. Took the truck to the shop and discovered the brake lines are rusted at every point where they connect to the frame. Repaired the first leak and another leak started in another line in the same area the lines attached to the frame behind the drivers side front wheel. Repaired the second leak and a 3rd leak appeared inside the frame rail behind the cab where the line attaches to the frame. The lines can not be safely repaired. All new lines must be installed. The truck only has 10,250 miles on it and is always washed including the under carriage after driving on salted roads.

Filed Dec 1, 2014 · Brakes, Fuel system · 36,900 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado. While driving approximately 15 MPH, the brake pedal sank to the floorboard without warning and the vehicle failed to stop. The dealer stated that the brake lines were rusted and contained leaks. Also, the technician diagnosed that the fuel lines were rusted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 36,900. Updated 3/31/15*cn updated 9/7/2017

Filed Sep 15, 2014 · Brakes, Fuel system · 21,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while attempting to come to a complete stop, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle and the emergency brake had to be engaged. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that all of the brake lines and fuel lines needed to be repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 21,000.

Filed Aug 24, 2014 · Brakes · 15,000 miles · PA

Complete loss of brakes while attending a reenacting ceremony at the eckley miners village and delivering supplies - all brake lines were completely rusted out.

Filed Aug 6, 2014 · Brakes · 61,500 miles · CT

Complete brake failure when brakes applied in brake system. Pedal went to the floorboard without any warning or braking action. Rear brake line rusted thru above gas tank and expelled all brake fluid when pedal was depressed. There was no braking or slowing from any wheel. Fluid was all over tire and axle on the left rear. Lucky that I did not have any vehicles directly in front of me as I had to coast to a stop. Definitely reading the other posts on the web that this is no fluke and does not need to be a high mileage vehicle. Truck is not used for snow removal and sees limited driving during winter months.

Filed Jul 7, 2014 · Brakes · 72,000 miles · MI

I was moving my travel trailer in my driveway, in preparation for a vacation trip. When I stepped on the brake, a rusted brake line failed and the brake pedal went to the floor. I was able to stop the vehicle safely. Further inspection reveals that all the brake lines on the truck are badly rusted and will have to be replaced.

Filed Jun 5, 2014 · Brakes · 73,000 miles · PA

As I was backing out of my driveway my brake pedal went to the floor. I stopped just in time to avoid being hit by on coming traffic. Took it to a dealer later that day and was told that the brake lines were rusted through and would cost over $700 to repair.