Premature failure of rear brake system. At 48005 miles the entire rear brake system comprised of rotors and pads needed replacement due to deterioration. The brakes were in such a state that the vehicle would not pass inspection. The front brakes only had normal wear. 50% of the vehicles miles are on the nys thruway.
2001 GMC Sierra brakes complaints
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The vehicle was taken to an inspection agency for inspection. The technician informed the driver that the emergency brake was inoperative. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the emergency brake needed to be replaced. Please provide further details.
The rotors were completely rusted, preventing the brakes from working effectively. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, and because it was not under warranty, dealer want to charge the consumer for repairs. Vehicle had 57,000 miles. Consumer bought an extended warranty, and the dealer claimed that the warranty didn't cover the rotors.
1. Have had several failures of ABS system in my 2001 gmc sierra 4x4. There were no exact events leading up to this problem. 2. Failures have not resulted in any major accidents, but have come close to causing accidents either solo or with other vehicles because the vehicle did not want to stop. I have fishtailed because of this, almost hit a pole, almost hit other vehicles, etc. The ABS should engage and stop me, but when I brake hard for any reason, the brake pedal goes to the floor and I don't stop like I should. This is at highway speeds as well as residential (<25 MPH) speeds! At no time did I have any pre-warning of an impending failure. My truck is equiped with the service/warning computer on the dash, and at no time did it ever state there was a problem or pending problem with my ABS system. The [xxx] thing tells me when it's time for an oil change, but when it comes to something as important as my brakes it does nothing. 3. While under warranty, I had the same code show up on my vehicle and had the same parts replaced and the same diagnosis of a short in the ABS system. This is not the only electrical short I have had in the system (4x4 light and other warnings have come up for no reason before, but never anything with the ABS), but it is the one that I am most concerned about. Now that I am out of warranty, and gmc didn't want to do anything about this problem (ie let me exchange the truck while it was still newer, or extend my warranty, etc.), I am complaining strongly because the failure is back. I have had problems with this truck from day one of having it, starting with a radiator leak, transmission u-joint was worn on delivery and had to be replaced, on to the dealer swapping my wheels and tires for ones off a different truck, electrical shorts that cause other warnings to come on that aren't real problems, the window guide is broken...but never once did the ABS warning come on! I feel this truck is a lemon and should be replaced!*ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom
Abs engaged while pulling into a parking space on a dry pavement. When this occurred, the consumer pressed both feet on the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to stop. The vehicle stopped when it rear ended a parked vehicle, and moved it 3 feet forward. Dealership indicated this was due to a faulty ABS sensor.*ak
The consumer experienced an intermittent problem with extended stopping distances when braking at any speed. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop. The mechanic cleaned the ABS sensors and both front hubs. *jb the ABS system failed completly when the consumer backed the vehicle up.
Parking brake will not hold.
While driving 35 MPH the brakes failed without warning. The cause of the failure has not been determined.
While driving at any speed and applying the brakes. Pedal went all the way down, resulting in extended stopping distance. This vehicle was unsafe to drive. However, dealer stated there was nothing wrong with the vehicle.
Brake problem w/2001 gmc sierra. Four wheel disc brakes. Rotors were complelely rusted at 60k miles. Severe loss of brake power although pads were not ignificantly worn. This caused replacement of 4 rotors. Gm mechanic said this is common problem.
Purchased from dealership with a 2-yr inspection sticker. After sticker expired, went to have vehicle inspected. Failed due to vehicle will move forward even though emergency brake is engaged. Inspector commented that many gmc sierras are failing due to this reason. Contacted dealership service advisor who also agreed with statement. He said gmc was repairing at no cost those vehicles that had 36,000 miles or less. Since ours has 55,000 miles recommended contacting gmc. Contacted gmc who said they have no evidence of this being a common problem, but are repairing vehichles if less than 23.000 miles with this problem at no charge. In addition gmc said problem is due to the wearing of emergency brake pads. Complaint #8006225 is similar to ours.
The vehicles' ABS brakes fails while driving at low speeds. This almost resulted in an accident. The dealership indicated that this is a common problem with this model vehicle. Please provide more details. Mr
Brakes will go out while driving, and the pedal will go to the floor before the vehicle even starts to slow down. Contacted the dealer, and the dealer is not willing to do anything. *ak the consumer states that the ride control will not go on; there is an internal short-replaced the ride control, the consumer states that the ABS light stays on-faulty speed sensors, and right front seat belt is not retracting.
Shaft on power steering snapped, mechanic says happens a lot with full gm size trucks.
Steering wheel jerks in hand when depressing brakes while making a right hand turn. This can be duplicated with the vehicle idling in neutral or park. Dealership attempted to fix problem on 01/25/02 by replacing the power steering pump and brake booster. When I attempted to pick up my truck on the 25th, I was notified by marcus that they had not found the problem and that they considered the problem a safety issue, I wasn't allowed to have the vehicle but was given a loaner to drive. My vehicle was returned on the 29th and I was told that since the dealership could duplicate the "problem" on another new vehicle on the lot, gm had determined it was not a problem but a "characteristic" of this vehicle with the power assist. I contact gm customer assistance to make them aware of my concern with the safety of this vehicle but to no avail. I asked them to document my concerns. It is apparent that the dealership was initially concerned that there was a safety issue with this vehicle or they would have returned it on the 25th. I am concerned with gm's response that this is a "characteristic" of the vehicle just because some others exhibit the same problem. I was just recently made aware of your website and would greatly appreciate your assistance with this matter. Thank you! Scott
If brakes are hit hard power steering will go out, and consumer is unable to turn wheel. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.*ak
When parking brake is applied on a slight incline, the vehicle will roll. Dealer examined vehicle and found no problem with the parking brake.*ak the brakes have been serviced and they still do not hold.
When coming to a stop at low speed and when depressing brake pedal it would travel to floorboard intermittently. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information.
While applying brakes at 35 MPH brake pedal went to the floor, vehicle slowed down, but continue on until it hit another vehicle. Dealer / manufacturer were notified. Feel free to provide any further information on this matter.
Consumer was driving 50-55 MPH applied brakes and pedal felt spongy and went almost to floor. No braking action, brakes locked up, and vehicle skidded to right. No accident. Vehicle not taken to dealer yet. Pedal has felt this way since purchase.
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