Anti lock brake system light came on.
1999 GMC Sierra brakes complaints
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I own a 1999 gmc sierra 3 door truck. I was driving home when my brakes for some reason failed. I tried to use the emergency brake to stop the truck but it also failed. After pushing the truck home, I checked all the brakes and looked okay except for the rear right emergency brake lining. It was completely worn out to the metal. This was my first time using the emergency brake. Im not sure why the emergency brake gtt worn out if this was my first time using it.
Experienced many occurrences of brake problems to which dealer could not diagnose. At 49,000 miles, dealer informed that right wheel hub/ABS unit faulty. Replaced at $387 cost. Vehicle currently has 62,000 miles. Abs pump ran continously until disconnected. Dealer informed ecbm failure. Estimated cost to fix $800. Declined repairs due to cost. Gm definitely has a quality problem.
Anti-lock brake computer failed at 67000 miles. The solid state device controlling the ABS pump motor failed, locking the pump in a continuous running mode, even with ignition in the off position. Quoted repair is aproximately $1000.
Bad ABS control module on 1999 gmc sierra. *mr *sc the consumer stated a recall was issued, however his vehicle was not included.
While driving anti lock brakes warning light illuminated and stayed on the remainder of the time that vehicle was being operative. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
While driving at 30 MPH the consumer applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. The dealer replaced the rotors and pads twice, however the problem recurred. *ak the vehicle also had tailgate and engine problems. The tires were replaced due to thread cracks.
Abs module went bad and caused the pump to run continously. I had to unplug the electrical connection to the pump to make it stop. I now do not have ABS and the indicator light stays on. When I inquired about this obvious safety defect at the dealer, the repairs would be greater than $1000. At the time this occured, the truck had less than 50k miles on it.
Brake problems/ failure of ABS brake system on gmc truck: I just paid over $ 800 last fall to reputable mechanic who told me that all 4 wheel brakes and rotors were gone at 35000 miles of normal on road driving. Now he and another good service garage tells me I have a bad brake module (at 39000 miles ) which is going to cost another $900 or so. Worst of all, research at your site seems to indicate that the brake system has never worked properly and will never have the reliability that I paid ( and am re-paying ) for. The truck is out of normal warranty but I am looking at so called "secret warranties" and complaint sites so that I am well prepared when I visit the dealer asap. I hope they are not as disappointing to me as gm is.
Abs control module failed. While engine was not running the ABS motor still was. Not knowing about the $1,100 failure(quoted from a dealership) I left it alone for a short time while the 60 amp system sucked my battery dry in less than a half hour. After readings hundreds of forums and complaints, I believe something needs to be done. I found the tsb (#220101 dated 04/06/01, anti lock brake motor running while engine off). So this "problem" has been identified but not corrected(ignored) in almost three years. A $1,100 problem!
When the brakes are applied there is a delay before the vehicle will stop. Dealership replaced a wheel sensor, but problem recurred.
At 62000 miles ABS light came on. Abs motor continued to run even when engine was turned off. Consumer had to pull the fuse off the vehicle to stop the ABS motor running. Dealer indicated nothing was wrong with ABS motor, it was still running even when the engine was turned off.
On occasion when brake is applied there is sudden loss of. Resulting in having to apply full pressure to the brake pedal and eventually coming to a gradual stop.
Abs brake modulator locked up
Abs motor would not stop running - had to remove fuse. Ecb module, and tamper proof bolts replaced
#1. Rt. Window intermittent. Satisfied with repair #2. Abs sys. Lite on. Abs sys. Inop. Cost was to be $1200, but after neogations repaired under warranty. (vehicle was over 36 mo. Warranty.) I feel this type failure is too premature @ 26,00 mi.
Abs failure
The location of the ABS was exposed to debris, which caused corrosion and resulted in ABS failure. The consumer had to unplug the ABS as a temporary fix to the problem. The dealership been notified.
1999 gmc sierra 34719 miles I had failure of the electronic brake control module.
1999 gmc sierra electronic brake control module malfunction caused ABS motor to run after engine shut down. Potential fire hazard.
On 11-15-03 I had the electronic brake control module on my 1999 gmc sierra go out. Which I found out is a very common problem for these trucks around 80000 miles(mine about 81000) the repair was a total of about $1150.00. Seven weeks later on 1-9-04 my truck is now in the shop for the same problem(ecbm) plus the ABS pump and the dealer now says it will be another $950. It appears that a problem exists when so many people have the same malfunction at almost the same time.
Continued problems with ABS control module, up to and including brake failure. Gm is aware, but no recall has been made. This seems to be common with all 1999 1/2 and newer models. According to folsom lake gmc, the problem is common, but fix is offered other than $2000 in repairs at owners expense. This problem did not result in accident for me, but know of several that have occured due to brake failure.
Abs light illuminated and a humming noise continued after the vehicle was shut off. Dealer determined the ABS control module must be replaced.
While applying the brakes, the ABS and brake lights would come on intermittently. The dealers mechanic stated that the ABS brakes needed to be replaced. *ak *scc the ABS failed as a result of ABS switch failure. Abs motor stays running even with ignition key removed and engine off. The dealer quoted a price of $900. Dollars for repair. This seem to be quite common.
Like so many others, the ABS control unit failed. Truck was operating normally then the brakes were applied and the ABS pump came on and stayed on, even after the engine was turned off. The fuse was removed to disable the system and shut the pump off. The ABS system remains disabled after we found out what the repair costs. Apparently this is a fairly common occurance as the internet is full of people with exactly the same problem and www.circuitsolutions.info seems to be doing a pretty good business repairing these modules. To me, this warrants an investigation and possible recall by gm.
My 1999 sierra gmc truck ABS module has gone out, causing me to loose my ABS brakes. It costs 829.00 to fix and in my research I have discovered that it is a defective chip in the module and gmc knows about it but has not issued a recall. My truck only has 63,000 highway miles on it.
This is for some people that are experiencing breaking problems with 1999 (new body style) and newer gmc and chevy 1/2 ton pick-ups 2+4wd trucks. If your having problems with your ABS going off at slow speeds like under 15 MPH, have your service shop check your ABS sensor located on your hub. If its rusted, the sensor can't tell if your wheel is moving or not and sets it off. I had this problem with mine and had to change the whole hub/wheel ass. On both sides because it's hard to pin point which side was the cause. This can get expensive unless you can do the work yourself. Good luck.
I have owned this vehicle for about 18 months. Shortly after buying the vehicle (certified), I took it to the dealer complaining of what I thought was unusual attributes of the ABS system. I was told they could not find any problems. About one year later, in may of 2003, my ABS problems became severe, in that at low speeds, such as turning into parking spaces or stopping at intersections, the ABS would come on and stay on for 3-4 seconds, rendering the brakes useless for that time period. During this time period, this did result in my vehicle striking a chain link fence with no damage. To prevent this problem from occurring further, I pulled the ABS fuse and took the vehicle to the dealer, after first complaining to gm. The dealer was very helpful, and diagnosed the problem as a faulty left front hub. Gm and the dealer limited my cost to $100 on the $500 repair. This appeared to fix the problem, until recently. During the past several weeks, the problem has returned, and again rendered the truck very dangerous, and again I pulled the ABS fuse and took it to the dealer. Again, the dealer was very helpful, and diagnosed the problem this time as a faulty ABS electronic brake control module. Again, they offered compensation, but to a lesser degree. I paid $500 for the $1000 repair. It appears through my research on the internet, including the federal safety agency site, that I am not the only one this has happened to. I believe this is a safety issue that is not limited to my vehicle. I am lucky in that I did not cause injury to myself or others in any of the many instances where this problem surfaced. I was very lucky a few times.
Vehicle did not pass inspection due to rusted brake rotors. *mr this problem wore away the shoes which were only 50% of the shoes braking. The consumer was told that this was a gm problem. *scc
Power driver window failed in down position. Tailgate cable frayed, ready to break. Abs deploy when brakes applied and bump hit on dry road resulting in loss of breaking power. This vehicle is the worst vehicle I have ever owned and I've had a lot of them.
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