2005 GMC Sierra 2500: ABS light or ABS activating

7 of the 115 complaints about the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500 describe ABS light or ABS activating.

owner complaints: 7
of this car's complaints: 6%
typical mileage: 39,000
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 13 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

ABS light or ABS activating by model year

2024
1
2021
1
2020
1
2017
3
2016
1
2013
1
2011
1
2007
2
2006
2
2005
7
2004
6
2003
14
2002
18
2001
18
2000
9
1999
2
1998
1
1997
1

What owners say

Filed Jan 11, 2014 · Brakes · 38,391 miles · OH

After putting the vehicle in park and proceeding down my driveway, the ABS lights began flashing and chiming on the dash. I pushed the brake pedal and it went to the floor. I stopped the vehicle with the emergency brake. I got out of the vehicle and noticed brake fluid dripping underneath the truck. I crawled under the truck and found the left rear brake line had corroded through just above the fuel tank. I called the dealer and he stated this is a known defect from gm. He said I needed all brake lines replaced and gm's new parts had an extra coating to prevent corrosion. It cost me $1100. This type of failure seems way too soon for a truck with 38,000 miles.

Filed May 10, 2012 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 50,000 miles · IA

I have a 2005 gmc sierra 2500hd crew cab 4x4 with the 6.0 engine and 5 speed manual transmission. Everytime I come to a slow stop the ABS unit engages and reduces pedal pressure, causing the brake power to fade and increasing the distance of my stop.

Filed Jul 13, 2011 · Brakes · 40,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 gmc sierra 3500hd. The contact stated while at a complete stop with the brake pedal engaged, the vehicle began to lunge forward; followed by the illumination of the ABS warning light and a chime sounding inside the vehicle intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated both front brake hubs and sensors would need to be replaced; however the parts were not included in the extended service warranty. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was made aware of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000. Updated 9/13/11 *cn the consumer stated the ABS light chimed. Udpated 01/03/12

Filed Jun 12, 2011 · Brakes · 52,000 miles · ME

2005 gmc 2500hd ABS slow stopping problems due to probably sensor corrosion,same as what was described and supposed to be corrected in earlier year models. Live in maine heavy road salting started about a year ago and has gotten progressively worse.

Filed Apr 13, 2010 · Brakes · 39,000 miles · CT

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 gmc sierra 2500hd. The contact stated tht the vehicle lunged ten feet when he depressed the brake pedal upon coming to a stop sign. Extra effort was required to stop which increased the stopping distance. The ABS fuse was removed based on advice by a mechanic. After removal of the fuse, the problem stopped; when the fuse was reinstalled, the problem returned. The vehicle was tkane to an authorized dealership who informed him that the brakes were functioning normally. The VIN was unavailable at the time of the complaint.

Filed Mar 9, 2010 · Brakes · 29,500 miles · OH

For almost a year now the brakes "drop out" or essentially quit slowing the truck below 10 MPH. Extra effort is required to stop. This has caused numerous near miss rear end collisions. When towing an 8000 pound trailer this is a significant safety hazard. I removed the ABS brake fuse on the advice of a tech and the problem stopped immediately. With the fuse reinstalled the problem returns.

Filed Jun 21, 2009 · Brakes · 25,000 miles · NY

I own a 2005 gmc sierra 2500hd. I am having the same ABS problems in campaign # 05v379000. As I come to a stop the ABS system kicks in and increases my stopping distance.