2000 GMC Savana brakes problems

Filed Mar 11, 2012 · Brakes · 57,000 miles · MO

When approaching stop light with traffic the brake pedal went to the floor. I had to swerve and use the parking brake to stop. *tr

Filed Aug 5, 2005 · Brakes, Steering · 87,000 miles · IN

Dt: the consumer stated while driving the 2000 gmc savanna vehicle experienced d the same problems as mentioned in recall 05v00500. While parking the van, coming back, and then putting it I into the reverse the power steering assist failed. Also, had brake problems. Had to allow extra space in between cars for the van to stop. Consumer called gm, and checked on the recalls , and was informed this vehicle was not included in the recall. Consumer only put on 1,500 miles on the van since purchasing it. The van was preowned and was equipped with handicap accessibility. The dealership was called, they found recalls, and t referred consumer to gm. The owner has not has this repaired. The brakes has also had problems. The brakes operated poorly, and could not get vehicle to stop. The mechanic determined that there was nothing wrong with the brakes.

Filed Nov 30, 2004 · Brakes · 2 miles · PA

Consumer complained about a rear brake problem. Consumer was told that the shoes were too small for the drums or the drums were too big for the shoes. Consumer was furious. Contacted manufacturer, and had not received any assistance.

Filed Nov 19, 2004 · Brakes · 60,958 miles · PA

Consumer had vehicle serviced 8 times. Each time rotors/brakes, and drums were repaired. Mechanic stated the shoes did not fit the drums. *ak. Gm has technical reference dated 09/01/1999 tha thas them putting some part on. Every time they take it in to the shop it comes out with the same resukts. Consumer's deduction was the same as the mechanic, that the part is not sized rightly.

Filed Apr 15, 2004 · Brakes · TX · crash · 2 injuries

2000 gmc savana vehicle is equiped with antilock brakes. On two occassions when I had to make sudden stops I encountered brake failure. Although, there were other times they never resulted in accidents. The brakes would seem to engage then let go causing vehicle to travel father than expected.

Filed Mar 30, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · 51,000 miles · VA

Every 15,000 miles brakes fail. Dealer states that wheel bearing needed to be replaced.

Filed Mar 7, 2003 · Brakes · UT

Front brake pads were defective.*ak

Filed Dec 9, 2002 · Brakes · MI

Inside left front brake pad wore down completely at 17,109 miles, damaging rotor, requiring rotor replacement and brake job. There was absolutely no notice such as a squeal or other indication that would normally occur prior to a brake component failure. Dealer claimed it was "normal" wear although the other three pads had plenty of life left on them. Dealer would not cover repairs. Gm customer service was contacted and provided no help. Cust. Service also sided with the dealer mechanic, saying it was "normal" wear and would not be covered. I ended up having them repaired/replaced at another location. Seems to be a common problem as I have seen many prior complaints of this same type on the same or similar type vehicles. This appears to be a safety related complaint to me, but thus far, after many years of complaints of this type, no investigation has been initiated. Inadequate braking systems for this type of vehicle. Should be a recall to provide heavy duty brakes for these vans. Dt

Filed Aug 27, 2002 · Brakes · AL

Brake bearing have burned out on passenger side of vehicle causing total brake failure, which could eventually cause wheel to fall completely off. Please give any further details.

Filed Mar 12, 2002 · Brakes · CT · crash

Brakes are applied at highway speed and vehicle vibrates. Pedal would go partialy to the floor, resulting in extended stopping, andcausing a collision.