Inapropriate ABS engagement in wet or bumpy conditions. Abs engages and vehicle coasts with sensation of increased speeds while brake pedal is being depressed.
1994 GMC Suburban brakes complaints
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Accident caused by ABS brakes failing. The driver felt two pulses in the brake pedal before it dropped to the floor during an emergency stop.
When applying the brakes the pedal went to the floor and vehicle did not stop.this occurred in dry weather on flat level surface on a cement street. Dealer can't duplicate the problem. The defect has occurred twice at 40,000 miles.
Abs brake problems; when depressing the brake pedal going over rough road/wet road/painted surfaces/repaired road conditions, the ABS kicks in and the pedal goes to the floor there is extended stopping distance. The dealer stated that this is a normal condition.
Abs activate at 5 MPH in various situations.
When applying the ABS brakes the pedal will travel to the floor, causing extended stopping distance which nearly caused a collision to occur.
Driving about 35mph; suddenly had to depress brake pedal hard for quick/emergency stop; but vehicle continued & hit another vehicle trying to enter lane. Dealer said foot was off brakes at time of accident.
Abs brakes; when applying the brakes in normal conditions , the vehicle pulls right to left; and when applying in panic stops, the brakes fail to stop the vehicle.
Abs brakes failed intermittently on three different occasions, once resulting in a crash where vehicle rearended a mini van in front .
While driving the truck applied the brakes and the truck kept on going. The truck had extended stopping distance and once was involved in a collision. This year and model had a investigation listed. Ea95- 026.
An intermittent brake problem occurs. When driving the vehicle and stepping on the brakes the truck slides and the vehicle keeps going forward.
When applying the brakes the pedal goes further than it should, and the vehicle does not stop because the brakes lock up. When wet outside there is no braking ability. Dealer says nothing is wrong.
Brake failure.
Intermittent ABS problems with stopping 0n wet/dry pavement, especially on slightly rough roads. Abs makes a growling noise when making a hard stop on unsmooth pavement, pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. In addition, seat belt failure.
When the brakes were applied the pedal went to the floor , the vehicle went into a skid, resulting in extended stopping distance, causing the vehicle to collide. The dealer hs been notified.
Abs brakes:driving at any various speed ,consumer will apply brakes, brake pedal will go to floor, causing loss of brakes. At times consumer will pump brakes or mash them hard, sometimes will regain brakes. This is a intermittent problem. Dealer cannot find problem.
Driving at 50mph, and coming to a stop sign, put foot on brake pedal and the truck didn't slow down. It went through the stop sign. Had to pump the brake pedal several times before the truck would stop.
Faulty ABS failed to stop vehicle allowing it to crash.
Abs released brakes when engaged, pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance on dry pavement. Also, owner has been involved in two accidents related to brake problems. Dealers replaced software in ABS brake module, but problem continues.
The ABS works occasionally. The vehicle slides and the brake pedal vibrates. This is accompanied by a grinding sound.
Anti-lock brakes malfunctions.
Abs did not engage in emergency stopping.
Abs brake problems; intermittently; on regular road condtions, during normal braking, it seems as though the brakes grab and don't release. Gmc is not able to find a problem with the system.
Intermittently when the brakes are applied the ABS engages and the vehicle pauses, and the brake pedal goes to the floor. The dealer has not been notified.
While driving 35-40mph on a slippery surface, another vehicle pulled out in front, slammed on brakes & pedal went to the floor. Did not hit vehicle, but skidded over the road.
On wet pavement when brakes are applied the vehicle slides and the brakes resist. On numerous occasions the vehicle has been to the dealer for repairs.
Anti lock brakes failed several times.
When the brakes are applied around 40 MPH and below, the vehicle experiences extended stopping distance. The brake pads/rotors have been replaced.
While braking the ABS is activated and vehicle experiences extended stopping distance/ brakes fading.
Anti lock brakes pull to the right and left when applied.
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