1990 GMC Sierra brakes problems

10 complaints (56% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 10
of this car's complaints: 56%
crashes: 1
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
7
Foundation components: master cylinder
1
Foundation components: disc: pads
1
Foundation components
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

GMC Sierra brakes problems in other years

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotorReported August 2, 1993 · 341,364 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Severe corrosion due to road salt at the joint of the stamped steel center section and the cast outer section can cause the sections to separate.
Risk: Separation of the rotor sections can cause loss ofbraking ability in the affected wheel. This could result in increased stoppingdistance and/or loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy: Replace the front brake rotors with new rotors with a corrosion protection coating. However, if replacement of brake linings are necessary, it will be done at owner's expense since brake linings are normal maintenance items.

Recall number 93V119000 · Recall details

What 1990 GMC Sierra owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 15, 2010 · Brakes, Electrical · 55,000 miles · CO · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 1990 gmc sierra. The contact stated that the transmission suddenly caught fire. The dealer stated that the seals were leaking around the transmission and were the cause of the fire. The dealer also stated that it was not covered under warranty and would not assist with the repair costs. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000. The current mileage was 55,880. The left rear shock absorber fell off, the magnet cover plate of the differential came off and ruined the rear end twice. The front differential seals failed and the vehicle lost fluid, the catalytic converter failed, the clutch fan broke , the power steering would not turn to the left as easy as the right, the seat belts never worked properly, the valve guides failed on the engine, the ABS was inoperative, the windshield wiper component came on when water would get on the unit and they would not shut off until the unit dried out/ the torsion bar support was fatigued, the rear brakes did not adjust themselves properly and the speedometer did not work. Updated evoq 08/05/10

Filed Apr 23, 2001 · Brakes · MO

Brake pedal feels spongy when applying brakes. Problem happens at any speed. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything. *ak the consumer stated that the master cylinder, the front disc pads and the rear brake cylinders had been replaced but the brake still goes to the floor. Certified technicians indicated that the 88,89 and 90 models had this problem as well. The consumer was concerned about the safety of driving this vehicle.

Filed Aug 31, 1999 · Brakes · MO

Excessive wear of front brake pad.; front pads have been replaced three times within a year. Also, when applying brakes, there is extended stopping distance which can lead to a potential accident. Seeking help from the federal safety agency in this matter.

Filed Jul 23, 1999 · Brakes · CA

When driving at any speed, the brakes work intermittently. Sometimes the brakes don't stop the vehicle. *ak

Filed Jun 24, 1998 · Brakes · TN

Brakes have failed to stop vehicle in a timely manner twice, allowing vehicle to roll into an intersection.

Filed Dec 11, 1997 · Brakes, Suspension · SC

Front brakes failed.

Filed Dec 4, 1997 · Brakes · OR

Whenever the ABS brakes are applied, the brake pedal would continue to the floor before slowing/stopping vehicle. The brakes would lock up. This causes the vehicle to stop further than it should. Its an intermitten problem.

Filed Oct 21, 1997 · Brakes · NM · crash

When traveling at any speed and upon depressing the brake pedal the pedal traveled to the floorboard, causing extended stopping distance/ brake fade away, resulting in an accident due to the dump valve within the brake system failing. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced the dump valve.

Filed Jan 28, 1997 · Brakes · TX

Owner has ABS brakes, he states that he has a low brake pedal and that he has a dump valve leak within the hydraulics.

Filed Aug 27, 1996 · Brakes · IN

Master cylinder failed.

Questions about the 1990 GMC Sierra brakes

Does the 1990 GMC Sierra have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 10 complaints about the brakes of the 1990 GMC Sierra, 56% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1990 GMC Sierra brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1990 GMC Sierra brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 93V119000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the GMC Sierra have bad brakes?

The GMC Sierra model years with the most brakes complaints are 1999 (338 complaints), 2000 (228 complaints) and 2001 (150 complaints).