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.
1997 GMC Sierra: ABS light or ABS activating
13 of the 238 complaints about the 1997 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
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.
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.
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
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.
I have 5# of paper work on this one,had trouble with thie steering gear box at 1150 miles, had rocker and lifters done at 4407 miles, again at 6344 miles, brakes again at 15986 miles,24116 drive shaft out of balance, I'm still haveing trouble with the brakes some times it is like on brake and some times it's like they lock up the back wheels at the speed of 5mph on dry pavement or what ever surfes, or at the stop sign while holding the brake,you can here the ABS. I have tryed dealing with bbb, and gmc put got no where, I wrote to the att gen's of both mn and tx, but got no where.I have all the paper work from day one, I"m paying over 40.000.00 for this.
When applying the brakes at appoximately 40 MPH, the ABS system would lock up for no reason when hitting a bump, causing vehicle to slid which results in loss of control. Mechanics cannot identify problem.
Abs brakes would lock up when applied during rainy weather or heavy dew on the ground. Brakes got worse. Took to dealer 5-6 times. Problem not duplicated.
When appyling the ABS brakes the pedal traveled to the floor, causing extended stopping distance, which resulted in a collision.
Consumer states that the brakes pull to the right, dealer states the problem is the oversized tires causing the ABS to react wrong, consumer thinks this is incorrect due to disconnection of the ABS and the same problems existing, new hoses, calipers, pads, and rotors have been replaced.
Abs brakes/locked up intermittently, resulting in extended stopping distance. In addition, steering malfunctioned, causing loss of control.
Abs brakes do not stop in case of a sudden stop, 3-4 car lengths before it stops. Pulls to the left on emergency or fast stops. No ABS warning light comes on. Dealer if ABS light does not appear there is not a problem. Did not even attempt to review the vehicle.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1997 GMC Sierra abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1997 GMC Sierra?
13 of 238 owner complaints about the 1997 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 1997 GMC Sierra?
There are 0 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1997 GMC Sierra
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