Abs brake problems; sometimes when applying the brakes, the pedal goes to the floor. This happens when applying the brakes under normal conditions, no inclement weather. The dealer is aware of the problem. Stated to consumer that the manufacturer is looking into the problem.
1991 GMC Sonoma: ABS light or ABS activating
6 of the 29 complaints about the 1991 GMC Sonoma describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 21%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
When applying the ABS brakes on wet pavement the pedal will travel to the floor, causing extended stopping distance, resulting in a collision/injuries.
While driving vehicle about 30 MPH the consumer has a problem with the vehicle rear ABS. The consumer said: the vehicle does not stop like it should be. There is some problem with the brakes.
Abs never worked. Dmv failed the vehicle during a vehicle inspection even after brake service was performed.
Abs braking system has a delay when applying the brakes before it kicks in.
While driving on wet pavement at approx. 50mph experienced ABS failure when attempting to slow down, vehicle's front wheels locked up, loss of directional capability, vehicle skidded straight ahead into a ditch, was totalled.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with ABS (antilock braking system) manufactured from september 1989 through august 1996. Under certain driving conditions the switch which signals the ABS system whether the vehicle is in 2-wheel or 4-wheel drive can malfunction causing increased stopping distances during ABS stops while in the two-wheel drive mode.
- Risk
- If this occurred at a time when minimum stopping distance was required, a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace or repair the 4-wheel/2-wheel drive switch.
Recall number 99V193000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1991 GMC Sonoma abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1991 GMC Sonoma?
6 of 29 owner complaints about the 1991 GMC Sonoma (21%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1991 GMC Sonoma?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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