Brake pads and rotors prematurely wore out, and have been replaced four times within a 70,000 mile period, cause unknown. Dealer could not identify the problem. Please give any further details.
1994 GMC Jimmy brakes complaints
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While driving could step on brakes pedal to stop vehicle, but vehicle did not stop. It crashed into a police vehicle.
Recall notification 99041 sent regarding the ABS brakes, consumer is having difficulty obtaining information and repair.
Abs brake module failed causing the brake pedal to go to the floor and the vehicles becomes difficult to stop. Nlm
Abs system not functioning properly causing extended stopping distance. Nlm
On a short trip "engine check light" lit up.I was traveling on the interstate between albuquerque and sante fe (50 miles)...reaching albuquerque, I took the exit and the brakes failed to respond. Was able to stop by using extreme pressure, but had to pull off the exit to shoulder to avoid collision, and it took a long time to come to a stop. The dealer says the egr valve was defective (they replaced it yesterday), but admitted that since this was the 1st time, I had trouble with the vehicle (it had been running fine up to that point) he was surprised the brakes had failed. This seems very dangerous....no warning....total failure. There is a special policy #96067 in place for the egr, but the maximum milage for coverage is 75,000. (although for the next three years of models it is up to 100,000.) I see that there has been a recall on my brake system (although I have received nothing yet), but this problem does not seem to be the same one as described in the recall information found on the web; my brakes were not slow to respond, they just weren't working! Thanks , colleen cadwell.
When brake pedal was applied it was hard, and would not move. Emergency brake was applied, but did not respond. After a few seconds, the brakes responded normally. This has been an intermittent problem. Dealer has been contacted.
While depressing brake pedal vehicle continues to travel. Please provide further information.
When traveling at slow speed and applying brakes, pedal became hard and went all the way to the floor. Also, when consumer applied the brakes rear wheels locked up. It felt like she was skidding. Gmc dealership told her that she was in line for a recall.
Total brake loss, pedal went to the floor, no warning and no brake light, due to lost of brake fluid
Brakes did't engage until completely pressed to the floor and it still moves forward. Yh
Brakes fail and pedal went to the floor, component recalled (99v193) however vehicle not included due to VIN. Nlm
Ongoing problem with vehicle experiencing extended stopping distance whenever brakes are applied on wet surface. Dealer notified.
Abs light illuminates and ABS brakes activate under normal driving conditions. Nlm
No summary listed for above vehicle.
Has been through six sets of brakes. Dealer said there was no problem. But found out from another mechanic there was a bad ant- brake switch.
Intermittently when the brakes are applied pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has inspected vehicle several times, and the problem still exists.
The antilock braking system (ABS) brake pressure modulation valve (bpmv) problem of my 1994 gmc jimmy sle was diagnosed by wagner motor car company (4400 north belt west, belleville, il 62226-0303) on september 17, 1999 after the ABS warning light came on to signal an ABS problem. Notwithstanding the fact that this problem occured after the expiration of the vehicle's warranty period, it is my belief that this major system failure (approximate repair charge of $1,200) is either: (1) a unique failure of the ABS bpmv that should not occur for at least ten years or 100,000 miles; or a design flaw that is common to jimmys and other gm vehicles that utilize this ABS bpmv unit. Accordingly, on october 10, 1999, I sent a letter to gmc requesting that they authorize wagner motor car company to remove and relpace the ABS bpmv unit on my jimmy at gmc's expense, and that they have wagner motor car company return the defective unit to gmc. This would enable gmc engineers to examine the assebly and determine the exact cause of the failure, thus affording gmc the opportunity to develop appropriate engineering changes that can be used to correct this deficiency in futhure units. As of this date, I have not received a response to my letter from gmc. I trust that by reporting this problem will help your organization to determine whether this is a recurring problem or an isolated instance. Thanks. Gerry jordan
Complete loss of brakes if used on rough or bumpy road surface. Decreased stoping distance on slick or wet road surfaces
When traveling on wet pavement and upon depressing the brake pedal, pedal went to the floorboard, causing extended stopping distance, also the emergency parking brake was enganged in order to stop the vehicle. Please provide any further details.
When brakes are applied on dry ground the pedal stiffened and the vehicle did not stop. Owner had to swerve around to avoid a rear end collision. Driver was hit by another truck. Dealer was not able to duplicate the problem.
Experienced 7+incidnets-ABS failure,brakes harden/can't stop,gmc had dealer investigate .will not take responsibility,claims tires are not the right size,but were just put on recently.
Intermittently when the brakes are applied the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance . Also the ABS kicks in at low speeds. The dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
No summary.
Abs system is working intermittetnly.
When appyling ABS brakes the pedal goesto the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Please give any further details.
When driving and applying the brakes there was a loud knocking noise and the ABS system was working intermittently.
Abs indicator light would flash intermittently, result of poor brake performance.
The brake pedal feels like it locks up, and the vehicle will move. *ak
While pulling into a parking space at 10 MPH and applying the brakes, pedal was hard to push, and the pedal stayed up very high. Consumer hit a fire hydrant and the vehicle came to a stop.
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