Dt: shortly after the purchase of the truck while traveling over a bump the ABS kicked in and there was a slow pulsation of brakes. Vehicle went through a stop sign. This occurred on dry pavement. While traveling over inch bump or larger. The owner experienced the same thing as listed above. Vehicle was seen by the service dealer, and they found no codes on the computer, they were unable to duplicate the problem. The owner was advised that brakes were operating properly. Owner found that pressing the brake pedal very fast and hard or pressing and then releasing it was the only way to gain affective braking. The owner unplugged the ABS fuse, and was able to have the brakes operate normally.
2002 GMC Sierra brakes complaints
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Dt: consumer heard something pop ping and fell into the street. Consumer had no brakes in the rear. In the front the brake disc was badly pitted because of the poor quality of alloy. Consumer was driving up to a stop, trying stop, when the brakes failed. Consumer sailed on through the stop sign. The front brakes were grinding due to the metal on the disc. The consumer had to replace with a whole new braking system with aftermarket products. Consumer did not feel safe with the gm brakes. This happened all of a sudden, there were no prior problems. This vehicle only has 8,000 miles on it. This happened while slowing down between 10 and 15 MPH.
Dt: 2002 sierra gmc had ABS brake problems. The vehicle did not coming to a stop while consumer was at the gas pump. When vehicle operated at a slow speed the ABS kicked in, making stopping difficult. The problem was erratic. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer, and the dealer stated that there was a problem with ABS system. Consumer almost was involved in a crash yesterday because the vehicle would not stop. Consumer had not done anything to correct this, and had been in contact with gmc. They said not to fix it, that there might be a recall.
The consumer owns a 2002 gmc sierra in which the anti-lock brakes activate at low speeds increasing the stopping distance. *mr gm was aware of the problem in the northern states that the problem was caused by corrosion by winter road salt. *sc
Dt: the consumer's vehicle had brake problems. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on sept. 3, 2004. All 4 brakes and rotors were replaced. The rotors broke on removal due to all the corrosion. New rotors were install but they have corroded again. *nm consumer heard clunking noise when turning steering wheel, dealership technician lubed the intermediate steering wheel and clunking was gone. After getting the rotors and brakes replaced about 2,026 miles later they have to be replaced again because of corroding.
While driving in the city while it was raining at 10 MPH, the vehicle in front of the consumer stopped and the consumers brakes failed and hit the vehicle in front. *ak (4/24/05) while in the rain the consumer had come off of the interstate going 20 MPH and the brakes failed again. The vehicle was regularly serviced by the dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on 4/28/05. The dealer reported that the vehicle needed front and rear pads, the front rotors need machining, the rear rotors needed replacing , and four wheel calipers needed to be serviced. The dealer stated that the pads were 70% worn. The consumer stated that the rear brakes have pad squeakers but they could not be heard. The consumer had taken the rear wheel off and saw the rear pad was completely metal to, and rear. The consumer made the repairs as well serviced the calipers. *sc
Rusted anti lock brakes are wearing out hubcaps and brake assembly. Consumer will need to take vehicle to dealership to be replaced. *ak *sb the front brakes wore out and damage on rotor. The front brake pads and right rotor were replaced. The rear brakes wore out. The rear pads were replaced and the rotors were resurfaced.
2002 gmc sierra anti lock brakes engaged when consumer attempted to stop. *mr on another occasion the anti lock brakes would not allow the vehicle to stop. The service department informed the consumer that the vehicles hub on the drivers side needed replaced. There was no light indication. Rust would get under the sensors and lift them.
Dt: at state inspection it was discovered that rear brakes wore out prematurely. Had since then replaced the brakes. No other problems with vehicle.
While driving at 5 mphthe antilock brakes (ABS) malfunctioned and vehicle failed to stop. Consumer called the dealer, and was informed there was flaw with the ABS. *ak
Consumer stated when driving slow the ABS kicked in. It caused the consumer to have no brakes. The consumer could hear the ABS kick in and no had lights come on. The consumer took the vehicle to the shop. The dealer informed the consumer the sensor had failed and she should contact gm.
Possible brake speed sensor failure 2002 gmc siera denali pickup
Anti lock brakes kick in and vehicle doesn't stop!
2002 gmc sierra developed serious brake problems.*mr while driving 70 MPH the right front brake caliper froze. This resulted in extreme heat and casued the hub and bearing assembly to come apart.
Dt: while driving vehicle experienced extended stopping distance but no noises. There was no accident or any other problems. Took car to dealer ,they stated rotors were rusted and worn out, and needed to be replaced. No problems since.
The anti lock brakes on a 2002 gmc sierra extended cab pickup turn on (when they normally should not - dry stopping conditions) at low speed stops <10 MPH. When they came on they would make stopping the vehicle very difficult. The last time the truck could not be stopped at a stop sign and went into a busy intersection, luckily with out an accident. To prevent the problem over the last six months I have had the fuse for the anti lock brakes removed to disable the anti lock feature completley.
I took my truck in for an oil change and the dealer told me that my truck (50,000 miles) needed new front rotors because mine were "de-laminated" I asked how this could happen and the mechanic could not give me a clear answer. The gm assistance center told me that the dealership told them the reason for this was I refused some dealer recommended maintenance, although the dealership service manager said that was not the case. I spoke to a metalurgist and he stated the problem was most likely from the manufacturing process caused by not cooling the rotors properly after the were cast, since both rotors are only defective on the inside face. I also own a 1990 chevy truck with 270,000 miles that still has the original rotors. I am afraid this defect could cause an occurrence of brake failure and I am afraid to drive the truck under highway conditions. Also, after asking numerous others, no one (other than gm) has heard of this phenomenon.
Steady braking performance degradation since new, in conjuction with premature rear brake failure @ 28000 mi (2.5 yrs old), while front brakes still had over 50% remaining pad life. Dealer stated that rear rotor rust caused rear pad failure. Inspection of rear pads indicate other problems-uneven front to rear wear on lr inner pad .018" -.044", while lr outer pad had no brake material left. Rr outer pad had slight grooving across top with thickness between .110-.118", rr inner pad had grooving top and bottom, with between .122-.151" thickness pad material left.
While my 17 year old son was driving, the truck suddenly lost all power steering and brake capability. My son was traveling with his younger brother and a friend in the vehicle.
I brought my truck to my dealer because the parking brake would not hold. I had 30,000 miles on the truck and had owned it for 25 months. The dealer gave me a receipt showing they had adjusted the brake and replaced the calipers & rotors. 12 months later I tested the parking brake and it would not hold. I called the dealer and was informed that they made a mistake on my receipt - they never replaced any parts, they only cleaned the parking brake. I found out there was a technical service bulletin in place (02-05-26-001) when I originally brought the truck in under warranty but the dealership did not repair my truck according to the tsb. There is also an open the federal safety agency investigation (ea04011) on this matter. I think the dealer should fix the problem at their cost.
Vehicle is a 2002 gmc 6.0l 2500hd sierra truck. It has the gm hydroboost braking system (brake assist is from the power steering pump). The pressure line running from the brake booster to the steering rack was incorrectly routed, resulting in a very sharp bend in the flexible part of hose. The hose cracked at this point, and leaked some. The failure was caught early, and there was no accident or fire. However, if this leak had not been noticed, at some point all power assist braking and steering could have been lost. I have pictures of the incorrect routing, and the old hose if needed.
The disc brake pads jam and fail to make proper contact with the rotors when dirt gets in the area that the brake pads ride on 'runners (stainless steel sheet metal covers the mounting frame where it rides . The clearance is so close and road it will jam the pads. This requires disassembly of all of the brake caliper and grinding of the rotor frequently. The pads not pressing on the rotors properly allow the rotor to rust further degrading the brake performance and causes uneven braking and greatly increased stopping distance -- I have had to overhaul the brakes three times and the repair mechanic says all gm trucks have the same problem
While pulling vehicle into the garage the steering and brakes failed . As a result, vehicle collided into the side of the garage.
Abs system failed, sensor faulty causing ABS to engage at 3-4 MPH, preventing vehicle from coming to a stop easily. *bf the consumer noticed that all four rotors were rusted to the point of necessary replacement.
Our 2002 gmc sierra was being inspected for state inspection when it was discovered that the rotors had completely rusted out. Contacted gmc and they told us that theyknew there was a problem, but that it would only be covered if reoprted during warranty period our warranty had expired as the vehicle had 36,800 miles on it and warranty wasonly for 36,000 miles. Rotors had to be replaced because vehicle was unsafe.
Consumer complained about a brake problem. The brake pedal goes to the floor, and it feels mushy. It takes an additional 50 feet to stop. Owner is afraid he won't stop in time.*ak the consumer stated that the brakes have never been good. Vehicle has been in the shop 4 times for brakes.
While driving on dry surfaces ABS system engaged, fresulting in extended stopping distance. The part was replaced twice. However, problem recurred. *ak second occurance resulted in collision 'garage door'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">garage door . Abs senser replaced a second time.
My 2002 gmc sierra has a braking problem when stopping from a slow speed. I took my concern to the dealer and they said the rear rotors were rusted and may need to be replaced. I think this should be a warranty issue as the truck has 32,000 miles and is less than 3 years old, it is unsafe to drive as it is. They tell me it is because I live in the northeast and is not a defect in materials. In 2002 at a brake symposium, sponsered by the manufacturers, it was noted that gmc took the metal chromium ouof the rotor alloy to save money. Chromium resists rust. Is there any help available?
Premature brake wear required brakes and rotors to be replaced at 32,000 miles. Service order indicated "delamination" of brake rotor caused the wear. This is contrary to the "long life" brakes that were indicated to me during the sale of this vehicle. Bought new.
Consumer took vehicle to the dealer for a tire rotation, and was told that the rotors were eating up the brake pads. Dealership repaired the braking system by resurfacing the rotors and providing new pads. However, because of the steel being used the rotors will continue to eat up the pads, and this operation will need to be resolved every 10,000 miles. Manufacturer stated that the climate where consumer lived was the reason why the problem occurred.
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