1998 GMC Sierra brakes problems

Filed Jul 10, 2014 · Brakes · 145,000 miles · MN · crash

Brakes failed while backing up and hit a tree. Found brake line was severely rusted and replaced brake line.

Filed Jun 5, 2014 · Brakes · 50,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 gmc sierra. The contact stated that the ABS warning light illuminated after depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician was unable to rectify the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage 96,000.

Filed Sep 8, 2013 · Brakes, Fuel system · VT

Fame rot almost completely broken on both sides in rear by leaf spring mounts

Filed May 3, 2013 · Brakes · 86,000 miles · OH

Catastrophic brake failure on state highway. No accident or injuries, but repairs included brake lines, calipers and pads due to corrosion of said lines and caliper assemblies. Shop said this is a common occurrence for gm products regardless of age of the vehicle.

Filed Apr 21, 2010 · Brakes · DC

1998 gmc sierra. Gmc brake line corrosion investigation. The consumer stated he experienced a corrosion related failure of the line supplying the rear brakes. The failed line went from a fitting over the gas tank to a bracket on the frame over the rear axle. From the bracket, a hose went to the differential, where the lines went out to the rear brake cylinder. An inspection showed no other corrosion.

Filed Sep 17, 2007 · Brakes · 71,000 miles · NY

Abs brake failure.

Filed Feb 13, 2006 · Brakes · 70,000 miles · MI

I have a 1998 gmc sierra pick-up truck. I have experienced ongoing anti lock brake sensor issues since last spring. They engage at low speed and make it hard to stop if you are not prepared for the failure at low speed. The dealer I took the vehicle to (capitol cadillac-lansing mich.) said they "couldn't recreate the problem". This was a ridiculous statement because it "recreated" itself twice as I was leaving the dealership parking lot. They were just not interested in dealing with it. There is an active recall for this problem. Why does it not include my truck?? I don't see why I should have to spend hundreds of dollars to have this fixed if gm is taking care of other owners with the same problem. I am very disappointed.

Filed Feb 13, 2006 · Brakes · 65,000 miles · MI

Both front brake ABS sensors on my 1998 gmc sierra 4 wheel drive half ton pickup truck failed during a 90 day period in 2005. This caused the ABS to activate at low speed stops nearly resulting in accidents and requiring the replacement of both front wheel bearing/ABS sensor assemblies at the cost of about $800. This vehicle was purchased new in august 1998 and has about 65,000 miles of use. The local gm rep and gmc's customer relations tells me that there is nothing gm will do about it. The local dealer tells me it is a common problem and has been for many years!.

Filed Jan 23, 2006 · Brakes · 45,000 miles · NY

My wife and I own a 1998 gmc k1500 4x4 pickup truck. This vehicles suffers from the stopping problem due to fouling of the speed sensors in the wheel hubs that was the subject of a recall for similar 1999-2002 vehicles. The federal safety agency has encouraged gm/gmc to recall similar 1999-2002 vehicles. The 1998 vehicles with the same brake system design was not included in the recall - you guys missed the boat. Why didn't you suggest that gm/gmc recall all vehicles regardless of year with the same problem?

Filed Dec 5, 2005 · Brakes · 42,000 miles · MA · crash

Dt: the contact states there is a the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to VIN. The contact repaired the vehicle at her own expense. The ABS engaged at low speeds which resulted in a rear end collision. There was only minor damage sustained by both vehicles. A police report was taken at the scene.