1997 GMC Sierra brakes problems

Filed Dec 6, 2011 · Brakes · 190,000 miles · MN

My brake line failed above the fuel tank, lost pressure to the braking system which resulted in no brakes. Why would car manufactures use steel brake lines that can rot out very quickly when exposed to normal driving elements.

Filed Jul 3, 2006 · Brakes · 56,000 miles · MA

Dt*: the contact stated that the ABS was unwarrantable activating, causing increased stopping distances during low speed brake applications. There is a recall regarding the ABS however the VIN is not included in the recall. This occurs each time the vehicle is driven. There were no previous occurrences that lead up to these incidences.

Filed Feb 22, 2006 · Brakes · 50,000 miles · MI

Dt*: the contact stated the ABS engaged at speeds of 10mph and below. As a result, the stopping distance was increased. There is a the federal safety agency recall # 05v379000 concerning the ABS. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. The vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection, but no repairs were made.

Filed Feb 13, 2006 · Brakes · 54,310 miles · MI

Dt*: the contact stated when coming to a stop at speeds below 10 MPH, the vehicle would not stop. Excessive pressure had to be applied to the brake pedal. An independent repair shop replaced the ABS wheel sensors. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. Updated 03/22/06.

Filed Feb 13, 2006 · Brakes, Engine · 67,000 miles · MI

Dt*: the contact stated the anti-lock brakes engaged at 10 MPH. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000, regarding the anti-lock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. The serpentine belt was replaced. Updated 03/17/06.

Filed Dec 30, 2005 · Brakes · 85,000 miles · NY

Antilock brakes continually seize up and the vehicle continues to roll forward at slow rates of speed. Exact same problem we had with our 2002 chevy avalanche that was just fixed under recall 12/05.

Filed Oct 26, 2005 · Brakes · 78,000 miles · IN

Brake line that runs along frame rail severely rusted and failed under braking, causing me to nearly rear end another car. I removed it from the truck and took it by the dealer and the service department said this is common for a vehicle with 78,000 miles to have this type of failure.

Filed Oct 14, 2005 · Brakes · 38,000 miles · IN

Anti-lock brake system activates at low speed and the truck will not stop. The "brake" light stays lit on the dashboard. I understand many gmc trucks were recalled for this same exact problem, but it begins with trucks a couple of years newer than my 1997 sierra truck.

Filed Oct 6, 2005 · Brakes · NY

Dt: the contact owns a 1997 gmc sierra k1500 pickup. The consumer was experiencing the same type of problem with the ABS brakes as stated in the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000. The consumer stated that she replaced the wheel speed sensor as well as the wheel bearing several times, both where replaced in less than a year each time. The gm manufacturer was contacted and they said that the consumer vehicle was not covered under the recall at this time and I she would be receiving a recall letter. The contact did not know other people who experienced this problem as well. The contact stated has been having the ABS brakes for about four years. The ABS has been replaced five times. Some of these replacements have been done under warranty because they were within a year from the last replacement. *ak

Filed Sep 28, 2005 · Brakes · 74,000 miles · NY

After parking during my work shift, I attempted to leave work at 1530. Applying the brake to shift into "drive",the pedal went completely to the floor, and the ABS light came on. I was unable to pump up the brake, and had to have the truck towed to a local dealer. It was determined the brake line had rotted out. The gas tank must be removed to effect repair. I had driven the truck from long island, ny to mays landing , nj (about 145 miles) without incident, but the dealer told me I could have lost braking power at any time.