I have a 2004 gmc sierra and all of a sudden my airbag light and ABS light came on took it in to have it looked and the airbags are not communicating with the sensor and they would have to go more in depth on the ABS but to go more in depth they charge $80.00 an hour just to be able to figure it out. I have seen similar responses on the airbag light for this vehicle please help.
2004 GMC Sierra: ABS light or ABS activating
14 of the 188 complaints about the 2004 GMC Sierra describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- typical mileage
- 56,000
- recalls
- 3
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls and 13 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Driving on west stone drive kingsport, tn, a vehicle cut me off trying to get thru a traffic light, I locked my brakes down hard as I could, I could feel the ABS system working, I was able to stop about 12 inches from the other vehicle. When I pulled out after the light changed to green, I was traveling down a slight grade, depressing my brake pedal lightly, the pedal went all way to the floor board.. I took the truck to a local shop to have it checked, one of the brake lines behind left front wheel had ruptured. When the mechanic started the repairs, he called said all lines on this truck were extremely rusty, (he asked what I wanted to do) I said fix it right. In making the repairs all lines were replaced.. I have pictures of all lines that can be sent. I also have all of the brake lines that can be looked at and or analyzed.
Burst steel brake line due to corrosion. Was towing a trailer at the time. All brake lines had to be replaced due to severe corrosion. Still have malfunctioning front ABS due to corrosion affecting the wheel sensors.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving less than 10 MPH, the ABS engaged independently. The vehicle was not taken for inspection or repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic). In addition, the contact lso stated that the passenger's side tailgate became fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 40000.
Vehicle in front of me stopped suddenly. My brakes failed as my foot/pedal hit the floor. All I heard was buzzing. I hit the vehicle in front of me. Mechanic showed me the rusted out brake line that failed. Advised me that the ABS pump just plan emptied my mc to make up pressure loss. My complaint isn't so much the fact that my brake line rusted out as it is a 10 year old truck, (although stainless lines with steel connectors would be a huge improvement). But my complaint is that the ABS systems in these trucks, and maybe other vehicles are flawed. Back before ABS came out, if a line was damaged or failed for whatever reason the separated reservoirs in mc's would at least give you front or rear brakes to stop. That was the best single design improvement manufacturers made to brakes, and I've been driving when mc's only had one reservoir. To have a complete mc drained for a line failure is ludicrous.
I have a 2004 gmc sierra that has an electrical issue with the ABS or brake system. The brake light, ABS light and service brake system light goes off at random times. Might have something to do with the air conditioning because the A/C draws power from the battery and I can see that a certain level the indicators go off. Most of the time the lights chime and blink when I apply the brake but it also has happened when just turned the truck on. I've replaced the rotors and pads to still have the problem. I'm not sure if it's a ground or sensor that is failing. I've found tsb for regrounding, failing sensors, or ecbm. Still haven't found the correct diagnosis. I just hope the ABS functions when I need it.
I was coming down a hill near my home & tapped on the brakes to slow down. Suddenly alarm bells started dinging, the engine warning light came on & "service brakes immediately" popped up on the message center. The brake pedal was slightly softer than normal but I made it home ok. The following day I took the truck to my mechanic to have him check out the problem. Much the same as many others have complained about, all four brake lines between the master cylinder & the ABS controller were badly rusted out while one had failed completely (causing the alert/alarm). The lines from the ABS controller to the individual wheels are also completely rusted but as of now haven't failed. He replaced the one ruptured line & suggested that I have the others done as soon as possible as they all look very bad. Looking at the undercarriage of the vehicle there was very little overall rust on any other components or the frame, just on the brake lines. Estimated cost for replacing all the lines as needed - $800.
When attempting to stop on dry pavement, the ABS activates at a very low speed, approx 5mph, the truck will not stop as expected. Almost caused my wife and kids to hit vehicle in front. Mechanics have stated this is a common problem with gm trucks and the hub with speed sensor will need replaced or repaired at owner expense.
I experience brake pedal pulsation (low speed ABS activation) when rolling to a stop. My gmc onstar report says there is nothing wrong with my ABS braking system yet I have this problem. The problem seems to be rusted and/or froze up wheel speed sensors as verified by two different mechanics. I understand they were recalls by gmc of other trucks experiencing this same problem. I really hate to pay $750 for new front wheel bearing assemblies. I want my truck recalled for this problem. There is a gmc technical bulletin 03-05-25-007d. I am not sure the ABS will function properly when really needed??
Rigid brake lines from the master cylinder to the ABS module rusted through causing a catastrophic failure of the hydraulic brake system.
Abs brake system activates at stops. Had to pump brakes to stop vehicle. Dealer had to replace corroded front wheel speed sensors. Sensors should last longer than four years, should last the life of the vehicle. Cost $378 to repair.
When returning from a trip, the truck was shut off and the ignition key was removed. The truck continued to run, flashed code p0758, check 4wd, check brakes, ABS failure. The truck did this for two days while driving home and would stay running without the key from 2 to 16 minutes and could be put into gear and driven, all without the key.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
- Chevrolet/gmc/cadillac: anytime hydraulic brake pipes assembly need replacing, pre-formed and pre-flared...
- Antilock brake (ABS) activation at low speeds (clean wheel speed sensor mounting surface)
- ABS light on, dtc's C0265, C0201, U1041 set and/or loss of communication with brake module
- Service brake booster message
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS) light on, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) C0265, C0201, U1041 set and/or loss...
- Service brake booster message
- Rear parking brake shoe retaining spring clip service kit for drum-in-hat (DIH) equipped vehicles
Related recalls
Parking brake
- What is wrong
- On certain pickup trucks equipped with manual transmissions and built with either pbr parking brake systems or trw parking brake systems, the parking brake friction linings may wear to an extent where the parking brake can become ineffective in immobilizing a parked vehicle.
- Risk
- If the parking brake does not hold, unintended vehicle movement could occur, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a low-force spring clip retainer for vehicles equipped with a pbr parking brake system. On vehicles equipped with the trw parking brake system, dealers will install a redesigned parking brake cable assembly. The recall began on july 29, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.
Recall number 05V161000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Certain trucks, sport utility vehicles, and vans equipped with bosch hydro-boost brake assemblies, the hydraulic brake booster pressure accumulator may crack and separate from the hydro-boost assembly during normal operating conditions.
- Risk
- If a separation occurred and the hood of the vehicle were open, fragments from the accumulator could cause injury to people in the immediate area. The presence of this crack or fractured surface could allow the hydraulic fluid to leak from the accumulator circuit of the booster assembly. The loss of fluid would cause increased steering and braking effort and a crash may occur without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will test the hydro-boost assembly for functional operation of the two-function valve. If the hydro-boost assembly fails the test, dealers will replace the assembly free of charge. The recall began on march 23, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc trucks at 1‑866‑996‑9463 and hummer at 1‑800‑732‑5493.
Recall number 05V043000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Certain sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and passenger vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, ?passenger car brake systems.? Some of these vehicles were produced with an out-of-specification brake hydro-boost housing relief valve bore.
- Risk
- Consequently, the valve o-ring seal may fracture. Steering efforts may be slightly increased while braking or parking. Under certain driving conditions, a fractured seal may require a slight increase in the applied brake pedal effort to achieve the same vehicle deceleration rate as prior to the seat fracture.
- Remedy
- Dealers are to replace the hydro-boost relief valve. The recall began on june 18, 2004. Owners should contact cadillac at 1‑866‑982‑2339; chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438; gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463; or hummer at 1‑866‑486‑6376.
Recall number 04V045000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2004 GMC Sierra abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 2004 GMC Sierra?
14 of 188 owner complaints about the 2004 GMC Sierra (7%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1999.
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There are 3 recalls and 13 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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