2005 Chevrolet Uplander brakes problems

Filed Jan 13, 2011 · Brakes, Locks · 125,000 miles · PA

Abs light came on after brakes were replaced by chevrolet mechanic. Took back and was told needed new front wheel hub. Hub was replaced at our expense, and ABS light was reset by chevrolet certified mechanic. Abs light came back on before left the parking lot, but mechanic said it was okay and he wouldn't worry about it. Left on vacation the next day. Newly replaced brakes made horrible grinding noises all throughout trip. Also began getting intermittent brake warning light, and "service brake system" and "service ABS system" warnings. Crawled under vehicle and found wires to the new wheel hub were broken at wheel hub. Wires were for the wheel rotation sensor, as it was improperly installed. Replaced wheel hub again at our expense, because chevrolet certified mechanic said first hub wasn't installed improperly, but also said the only way the wires could have become torn would be if it had been installed improperly. Abs light and brake light were out for about one (1) week. Second replacement hub and wiring are still intact, but still have continuous ABS light and intermittent brake light as well as previously mentioned warnings. Different chevrolet certified mechanic says there is nothing to worry about, only problem is that ABS system will not function, but brakes will still work as if no ABS system were on the vehicle. Also had the same problem with the continuous ABS light on a different chevrolet vehicle. If chevy can't make the ABS system work after the brakes are worked on, why continue with the extra expense of putting them on? I now have two(2) chevrolet ABS systems that their certified mechanics say are in tip top condition, only problem is neither system works. Also, regarding the 2005 uplander, the driver's side sliding door will not shut properly, resulting in constant warning chimes every time the door is used. Again, chevy mechanics say nothing is wrong with the door or the system. Maybe chevy should get out of the car business!

Filed Feb 19, 2010 · Brakes · 63,200 miles · IN

I have a 2005 chevrolet uplander van and my anti-lock brake system failed on me. It kept sticking and would brake on its own and then when I needed the ABS system to work it did not. I only had the ABS service light show up after it failed to work on snow. Upon taking it in to the dealer, it was determined that the sensor detection failed and needed replacing. Have researched and other uplander owners are having same issues.

Filed Feb 15, 2010 · Brakes, Suspension · 70,200 miles · MD

The ABS light on the vehicle came on while driving. The light started going on and off regularly so the vehicle was brought in to the dealer for service. The dealer said the front wheel hub bearings needed to be replaced but these were not covered under warranty. Both front wheel hub bearings were replaced at our own expense but then the light started going on and off again. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and this time they said the computer & wiring system was bad and needed to be replaced. The dealer also indicated that this had been a recurring problem on this model but not enough consumers were affected to generate a recall so we would have to pay for this repair ourselves as well. The dealer has instructed us that it is dangerous to operate the vehicle until the repairs are made.

Filed Nov 6, 2009 · Brakes · 71,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet uplander. During brake application, the pedal popped back against her foot. Also the anti-lock brake system would activate without warrant. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealership. The current and failure mileages were 71000.

Filed Sep 25, 2009 · Brakes, Transmission · 61,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet uplander. He stated that intermittently the brakes and traction control activated; which caused the engine to shut off. He was able to restart the vehicle and resume normal operation. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired six times; however, the repairs have not remedied the failure. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 61,000 and the current mileage was 68,000.

Filed Jun 26, 2008 · Brakes · 26,773 miles · FL

This is a complaint....no accident has taken place at this point. 2005 chevy uplander purchased new from maroone chevrolet took van into deal of pembroke pines florida on march 17, 2008. Abs system issues on star diagnostic reports sent monthly advising to check ABS system. 12/05/07 (mileage 26773) . 12/31/07 (mileage 27853) {27853 re-route harness warranty checked for codes found code c0035 passed in history. Checked for bulletins found docid #2006283. Performed bulletin as further precaution re-routed harness and secured from any chaffing, and rubbing, verified repair,ok. 3 hr wire repair} 01/31/08 (mileage 28260).. Operating to factory specs...lno codes stored in system} 03/04/08 (mileage 30083) took van into dealership to check out system {30083 wheel speed sensor warr diagnose by tech to replace wheel hub, removed/replace front wheel hub, verified repair..ok at this time, also ness to replace brake position sensor due to failure code, removed/replace brake position sensor, ok at this time} 03/07/08 (mileage 30118) {left front wheel speed sensor harness internal open h2531 harness, wheel speed sensor jumper wiring (ABS) front left replace. 30146 left front wheel speed sensor harness internal open warr called tac. Case #10185701 was told to thoroughly inspect left front sensor harness, upon inspec found harness had internal failure. Removed/ replaced left front wheel speed sensor harness, ok at this time} 03/24/08 (mileage 30532) this was initiated by gm because I submitted a motor vehicle defect notification. Final attempt repair. {n6608 wiring an.or connector emissions system repair/replace. 30540 wire repair per tac warr called tac. Case #10185701 was informed to replace the remaining harness from ebcm to speed sensor, performed repair} I pray to god that my brakes work every time I am in the car.

Filed Jun 19, 2008 · Brakes, Electrical · 20,000 miles · DE

I purchased a 2005 uplander from a gm dealer in july 2005. I now have 32,167. I took my vehicle in for its normal oil change at 22,000 when the service department said I needed front and brakes and rotors. We replaced the brakes and rotors and my rotors need to replaced again. I also noticed a noise coming from the left front tire I was told that they did not hear the noise and everything was fine. I have taken the van in for dimming on the lights and the vehicle feeling like it is going to stall too many times to count and every time they tell me it is just the way gm vehicles run. I also have a problem with the starter I will crank it and nothing this happens at lease once a day and I have to retry at least two times before the van will start.the steering has been a big issue we have been having problems with the tightness and when I am driving I can feel the back end swaying. The vehicle is unsafe to be driving and with two small children it is extremely scary. After reading all the complaints how is this vehicle still on the road. The issues people are having are extremely dangerous. The dealership I go to has never tried to fix or replace any of the issues with my van. They also tell me its normal and they cannot find anything wrong. I am looking to replace the tires they are bald which is causing the van to hydroplane everytime it rains. The sticker on the inside panel is different from the tires. The tire goodyear intergrity p225/60r17 states 44 psi with a max load of 1653 lbs. The inside sticker states 35 psi and max load of 1330 lbs. The tire size is extremely hard to find. I have also noticed when we close the sliding doors they do not shut, the latch doesnt catch the door until you slam extremely hard. Then my daughter will try to get out of the vehicle and the child lock will be on when we didn't slide it on. Can someone please do something to stop this

Filed Mar 19, 2008 · Brakes · 10,000 miles · AR

Brake rotors have been turned 5 times on a 2005 chevy uplander and need to be turned again. Steering column needs to be rebuilt from the constant vibration caused by the warped brake rotors. Have talked to several people who own uplanders, who have experienced the same problems. Have read numerous complaints on-line concerning the same problem. Can not get a response from gm concerning the issue. Needs to be a recall before someone gets hurt.

Filed Oct 30, 2007 · Brakes · ME

Brake rotors warp on regular basis. 4 times in 20,000 miles (2 years). Unless replaced van stops with difficulty and could result in crash.

Filed Oct 29, 2007 · Brakes, Engine · 72,000 miles · KS

Since purchasing this vehicle in january of 2006 we have been required to make extensive repairs on an on going basis. The vehicle has to be aligned & balanced almost monthly which has resulted in us replacing the tires on 3 different occasions. The brakes have been replaced twice and the rotors have been turned twice in the past year. The most recent incident occurred 3 wks ago when my wife was driving home on a 55 MPH 2 lane road when suddenly the check engine & check oil light came on. The vehicle just stopped. Upon towing it to a local auto repair shop we were informed the timing belt broke which warped the cam shaft. Gm would do nothing until we towed it again, this time to a gm dealership. The vehicle was found to have extensive problems from the engine, to the timing belt, camp shaft, pistons, plugs and much more.