1995 Chevrolet Suburban: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Dec 14, 2005 · Brakes · 106,900 miles · OH · crash

Dt: the contact stated the ABS activated at low speeds. The mechanic bled the brakes and replaced the brake pads. The ABS activated while driving around a curve at less than 5 MPH. The roads were icy, and the vehicle was in 4-wheel drive. The brakes locked, but the vehicle kept moving until it crashed into another vehicle that was parked. The ABS had been activated at low speeds six months before the accident. The ABS activation was intermittent, and many times the brakes were difficult to depress. The vehicle is currently at a different mechanic shop, which determined that the problem may be with the ABS sensors. *ak updated 1/11/2006 - the vehicle was taken to the service dealer who determined that the ABS sensors were corroded. The dealer cleaned the sensors and sprayed the with an anti-corrosion spray. The consumer has filed a complaint with the manufacturer.

Filed Jul 8, 2003 · Brakes · 136,435 miles · TN

The ABS/hydraulic system has again gone out on my vehicle. After my first complaint 5 years ago, I had the anti-lock braking sensor replaced--unfortunately it was prior to gm's current technical service bulletin when the vehicle would have still be under warranty. Now, I am experiencing the same problems. I feel that gm has opted to make a temporary less expensive and quick fix rather than offering their customers a permanent and safe solution to this problem.

Filed Mar 26, 2001 · Brakes · CT

Whenever driving ABS light would come on. Would sometimes stay on for a week or even just a day. Problem is intermittent. Have been to dealership where mechanic has been trying to solve problem.

Filed Jan 16, 2001 · Brakes · IL

Front brakes repaired 10 times. Back brakes just done. Problem seems to be with ABS system. No help from chevrolet.

Filed Jan 16, 2001 · Brakes · NJ

While going 40mph another vehicle in front slammed on brakes. Chevrolet's driver applied brakes & ABS light came on. Pumped brakes 3 times and all wheels locked up. Vehicle went into a skid. Then into the left hand lane. Took foot off brakes to come out of skid. Vehicle finally stopped. Took vehicle back to dealership & had it checked. Noticed rotor broke in half, it was not corroded. Pads sitting on mounting had broke away from each other.

Filed Nov 19, 2000 · Body, Brakes · MD

Problems with windshield wipers, engine oil pan failure, faulty power windows and locks. Broken plastic parts on the seat belts, frozen emergency brake and glazed brake pads. Poor dealer servicing. Abs breaks went skidish 3 times and still no fix. Lost control.

Filed Jun 13, 2000 · Brakes · CA

The front brake pads were replaced after being replaced approximately 20,000 miles ago. My wife drives this vehicle and is a very gentle driver. I have seen numerous complaints and problems relating to unsatisfactory front brake pad wear on this year/model with ABS brakes. Also, I read that in july of 1999, gmc had initiated a recall for this vehicle/brake combination, but have heard nothing. Getting 20,000 miles on a set of front pads (95% gone when replaced) while the rear shoes (replaced at the same time) show little wear is absurd in my opinion. It just seems that "something ain't right."

Filed Jun 9, 2000 · Brakes · VA

While depressing the brakes on wet road vehicle swerves and makes it difficult to maintain control. Also ABS indicator light flashes on. Dealer was not able to find the problem, and manufacturer has yet to find a solution. *ak

Filed Apr 10, 2000 · Brakes, Transmission · CT · crash

The rear axle seal continually failed, allowing gear oil to soak the rear brake shoes. The oil soaked rear brake shoes cause many problems, many affecting the ABS system, and directional stability of the vehicle during stops, the distance required to stop, and a general poor feeling of the brake system. The oil soaked rear brake shoes cause the rear wheels to lock up at low speeds when the brake is applied, especially when the conditions are wet. Under all braking conditions, the vehicle will pull to one side or the other. Because the rear brakes are not contributing to slow the vehicle down, as designed, the front brakes do more of the stopping, and the ABS is more apt to detect an actual skid. The ABS, unlocks the lock wheel, thus overlaoding the other front wheel, causing that wheel to skid, and the ABS unlocks that wheel next. This cycle continues, causing the brake pedal to travel towards the flood, and the vehicle to pull to each side repeatedly. The symptoms I am reporting are reported at your web site hundres of times. It is time the general motors is forced to do something about the brake problems, many of which may be traced to leaky rer axle seals.

Filed Mar 20, 2000 · Brakes · GA

Abs failed immediately after purchase. Tom jumper said 'too bad.' $1100 in parts/labor for ABS brain & pressure reg. Is big repair for 68k miles! Was it patched together long enough to sell? Very unacceptable.

Filed Feb 24, 2000 · Brakes, Steering · AZ

Excessive brake system failure, pulling and wear is still an ongoing problem since the first day the vehicle was purchased. Brakes and system repaired every 500 to 2,500 miles by chevy dealership or an auto center licensed to do chevy warranty/out-of-warranty work. Brake conditions deteriorate rapidly once repaired. Calipers, rotors, proportional valve, delco brake pads, cyrogenic pads, idler arm, pitman arm, alignments, ABS, rear antilock sensor, all have been replaced, some excessively. Very concerned about possible accident resulting in fatalities due to brake performance. Fyi, the service center has shown me the tech bulletins published by chevy regarding repairs/service to the brake system. The service center has worked on numerous vehicles with the same problem(s) that I have experienced with the chevy suburban brake system. All repairs/service on the suburban (in- and out-of-warranty) are documented and are available if needed.

Filed Jan 24, 2000 · Brakes · PA

While driving about 30 MPH the ABS light comes on. Also, when consumer steps on the brake pedal to stop, vehicle will stop a few feet away.