At any time, with no warning, the brake pedal will become hard as a rock, and will not depress, therefore providing no braking to the vehicle. This is the 3rd time this has happened, and each time the truck was taken back to the dealer for repairs. One recall repair was done to the truck ABS system, but the same thing happened last night as I approched a toll booth at 55mph, with no brakes. I reserched your site, and found this seems to be a common problem with this vehicle, and not only this years production, causing accidents, and injuries. How many people are expendable before gm feels it is worth fixing?
1993 GMC Jimmy brakes complaints
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Abs brakes went out while driving on wet road conditions, pedal went to floor. Consumer had no brakes, vehicle went out of control, resulting in rollover, one person sustained minor injuries.*ak
Consumer was involved in 2 accidents prior to recall 99i006 as a result of brake failure, consumer's insurance company is requesting reimbursement.
This is my wifes car and this ABS drake problem was suppose to be fixed at the time of recall,but I was driving it dec. 9 2000 when I had to slam on the brakes .at frist the drakes locked up when the pedal pulsed and then went to the floor and I had no barkes at all. I would like for the people from gmc to put there wife and kids in this car and let them drive it for a week or two.
Abs system malfunctioned prior to recall notice and resulted in two accidents. Nlm
Recall 99i006000/ ABS brakes. After recall repairs were done, ABS brakes continued to operate poorly. Infact, problem became worse.
Intermittently when brakes are applied pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Manufacturer has sent a recall notice to the consumer. However, gmc stated that this vehicle was not included under the recall due to VIN.
On dry road at anytime braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance, which may cause a crash. Common problem. Please provide further information.
While traveling 40-50 MPH and applying the brakes to make a stop, ABS light came on. Vehicle continued to travel, causing consumer to run into another vehicle. Please provide further information.
When approaching a stop light on dry pavement my braking system failed. The brake pedal went to the floor and I hit an acura integra. Luckily I had slowed down to 15mph before the braked failed. This makes the 3 time I have reported this problem to the federal safety agency and the second time to gmc. It also makes about the 8 time brake failure has occurred. Luckily I have never been hurt. I wish the recall on my car could take care of this problem but I haven't received my notice yet.
My 93 jimmy exhibits behavior as identified in the federal safety agency campaign id # 94v093 and 99v193. For 94v093, the vehicle lunges forward when started and a transmission specialist identified the problem (checked at 70k miles) as a worn low and reverse clutch. For 99v193, my ABS seems to work only when in 4wd. I contacted gmc and was told my vehicle was not included in the campaign. I don't understand why my vehicle has the same problems but the VIN was not included in the campaign?
There is an extended stopping distance when applying the brakes under any circumstances. Dealer/manufacturer were notified about the problem. Consumer was told that truck was not included in the recall and would not be repaired free of charge. *ak
In the midst of braking on damp or wet (but without standing water) or muddy road surface, and without any warning, the brakes will cut out for a moment. It feels like you've hit an ice patch. One time I wound up stopping in the intersection rather than before it (with no resulting accident). I have had my mechanic check on two separate occasions. He cannot find anything that would cause this and we haven't had the right road conditions to attempt to duplicate this scary situation. Prior to completing this form, I saw the recall (the federal safety agency campaign id 99v193000) which seems to describe the problem I have been having so I called the gmc number given by the federal safety agency. Gmc apparently does not consider the federal safety agency campaign id no. 99v193000 a real recall yet, and the service representative I talked to (at length) recommended I wait until the recall went into effect -- if it goes into effect -- because otherwise my monetary output could be quite high and most likely, mostly unreimbursable (even if my car falls under the recall) since at this stage they don't know what they are looking for. Can I get more information about this potential recall -- if there's a good chance that this recall will correct the problem then I guess I will just wait, but it does not, I'd like to know because I want to get the car fixed as soon as possible. Thanks. (by the way, the mileage of the jimmy is an estimate -- I don't have the car with me right now.)
Was going 45mph & started to apply brakes to slow down for stop sign. Pedal felt hard & stiff. Needed both feet to brake. The brakes broke lose & vehicle skidded. Managed to pull to side of road. Was repaired 10/10/97. Experienced the same problem 2 months ago. The left speed sensor was replaced. Left dealership & applied brakes (ABS) & they locked up. Went back to dealer. Right sensor was then replaced 8/20/99. Retrieved vehicle 8/26/99. No problem since.
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While making a sudden brakes locked up, causing the vehicle to go into skid, and resulting in an accident. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information.
When traveling 30 MPH and upon depressing the brake pedal to make a normal stop brake pedal traveled to the floorboard, causing extended stopping distance. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer stated there was a recall dealing with same type of problem. Please provide any further details.
Brakes seem to take a longer stopping distant to stop this vehicle, its dangerous and unsafe.
I have problems stopping at times when I'm in two-wheel drive. On july 21, 1999, the local news reported that gmc was having a recall for anti-lock brakes. The year, make, and model of my vehicle was mentioned. On july 22, 1999, I went on the federal safety agency website and read that owners should be notified in july-august 1999. On august 9, 1999, I e-mailed gmc because I didn't receive any recall information as of that date. They informed me to call customer service. On october 6, 1999, I called gmc. I was told that they couldn't find my vehicle in their system and they were running way behind on the recall. They said it could take up until the end of the year before I might be notified that I am included in the recall.
While driving at 65 MPH when trying to stop by applying the brakes,car will not stop.
Abs braking system doesn't work in snow or ice. When consumer applies brake pedal goes all the way down to the floor, and it makes noises.
The ABS brake light remains illuminated, indicating a malfunctions within the system, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
Abs brake light illuminates, indicating a malfunction within the system, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
When driving at any type of speed and applying the brakes, the ABS system works intermittently, and the vehicle skids. There is also a grinding noise coming from the brakes.
Email dated 14/sept from margaret.cauthorne@the federal safety agency.dot.gov. "there is a recall on the 1993 gmc jimmy for ABS brakes. Fill out compliant form on the federal safety agency website." I have experienced the problem of longer stopping distance noted on your recall website. Cannot get gay pontiac/gmc to acknowledge recall & fix my 93 jimmy (VIN 1gkcs18w600508445). When will they notify me and when will they be required to repair?
When driving in low speed and applying the brakes, they go halfway to the floorboard. Vehicle swerves and the brakes grab.
Abs braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. Dealer could not determine the cause of the problem.
When attempting to depress the brake pedal it would not move, as though a cement block was wedged beneath it. This went on for several minutes while travelling and then without reason the brakes began to work again. This occured on two seperate times in less than 12 months ruth has owned this truck. The dealer service department was not able to find any fault with the brakes.
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When driving at 50 MPH, the ABS light came on, and is still on. *ak
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