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1995 GMC Sierra: ABS light or ABS activating

13 of the 259 complaints about the 1995 GMC Sierra describe ABS light or ABS activating.

owner complaints
13
of this car's complaints
5%
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 2 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

ABS light or ABS activating by model year

What owners say

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · KY

Ac failure at 20,000 miles - ABS failure at 90,000 miles- intake manifold gasket at 95,000 miles- winshield wiper failure at 95,000 miles- power window failure at 100,000 miles.

Filed Mar 28, 2001 · Brakes · PA

Abs light went on permantly and ABS didnot work had to have motor replaced because of motor and valve failure feb 2000, same problem happened in july 2000 with the same results and the motor had to be replaced again, now has happen a third time with the same problem and same solution march 2001, there is no reason this unit should have to be replaced three times in 13 months.

Filed May 24, 2000 · Brakes · CO

Intermittently when brakes are applied ABS light illuminates. Vehicle begins to jump, and brakes lock up, resulting in extended stopping distance.

Filed Apr 5, 2000 · Brakes, Visibility · MA

Abs brake system fails in slippery conditions. Brake pedal goes almost to floor and truck feels like it wont stop . Have almost had accidents a few times when there should have been plenty of time to stop. When this happens there is a growling nois from under the car. Front brakes wear out rear brakes hardly worn after 85000 miles as though they are not being used. Wiper moter stopes intermittantly in rain . High speed does not work. When not working cannot drive car in rain . Have had stop while driving which is dangerous. Found that you have listed a recall . However the gmc web site did not offer this information. As second owner of record I should have been notified . My daughter was first owner and to my knowledge she was never notified of any recalls.

Filed Feb 16, 2000 · Brakes · ME

Abs light came on/ABS failed to operate.

Filed Sep 15, 1999 · Brakes · VA

When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, ABS system kicked in and all the whells locked up which caused the vehicle to skid.

Filed Sep 9, 1999 · Brakes · WV · crash

Abs system is working intermittently when driving at any speed. Computer chip is not applying enough pressure to rear brakes, no wear on rear brake shoes. Brake failure resulted in accident. *ak

Filed Aug 25, 1999 · Brakes · TX

Abs senor light came on and is still on. Dealer was informed. Replacements were done at a cost of $1,000.00. Consumer believed this was a manufacturer's defect which should be manufacturer's responsibility. Seeking additional information and help from the federal safety agency in this matter. *ak

Filed Feb 24, 1999 · Brakes · GA

While driving at any speed the ABS light would comes on & stay. Had taken vehicle to dealer. Was informed that the modulator valve was defective & needed to be replaced.

Filed Oct 7, 1998 · Brakes · GA

Owner has ABS brakes, he states that his brakes catch/ release and the do not stop vehicle properly.

Filed Jun 2, 1998 · Brakes · MA

When applying the brakes the ABS locks up and the vehicle skids. Dealer can't find the problem.

Filed Jan 16, 1998 · Brakes · VA

Consumer's ABS light comes on periodcally, and stays on for 2-3 days at a time. Consumer took vehicle to suttle motor corporation olds. Cadi. Gmc dealership--757‑886‑1700. Dealer repaired vehicle in november, 97. Computer indicates that the valve body may be going bad, so they got the light to go off. Dealer says the vehicle is now fine. The light still comes on after the dealer says it's fixed.

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Questions about the 1995 GMC Sierra abs

Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1995 GMC Sierra?

13 of 259 owner complaints about the 1995 GMC Sierra (5%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1999.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 GMC Sierra?

There are 0 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

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Wipers 127Brake failure 8No deployment 7

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