1997 GMC Suburban: brake failure

Filed Mar 20, 2002 · Brakes · NJ · crash

While driving in rainy weather and when applying brakes vehicle will not stop. It will coast couple feet over the requested stopping distance. Has been in a collision as a result of brake failure.

Filed Nov 27, 2001 · Brakes, Wheels · MD

1997 suburban,is experiencing brake failure,when tr ying to come to a stop.the brake pedal pulsates,whenchecked with the dealership they found 2 cracked front wheel hubs, they called gmc engeriners to report problem, iam the origernal owner ,no accidents and all maintence and service done by gmc, this vechicle has less than 60000 miles, and has been properly maintained I feel this is a defect that has yet to be recalled for safty reasons

Filed Nov 27, 2000 · Brakes · WI

When applying ABS brakes on dry pavement pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Please give any further details.

Filed Sep 25, 2000 · Brakes · OK

These problems did not occur from an accident, but rather the workmanship of the vehicle. We have tried every avenue to get gmc to stand behind their automobiles and products, but were told it was not their problem. We just want someone in authority to help us with a car that is a lemon and was a danger to drive because of all the mechanical difficulties. Including: steering wheel sensor went out on a curve at 45mph, brakes went out after only 6 months of ownership, 2 altenators and a battery that would have left my wife and two kids stranded, air conditioner quit functioning at 20,000 miles, transmission went out at 45,000 miles, o2 sensors went out after the transmission, altenator went out again for third time, this was supposed to be warranty work, but said that they could not warranty since it fixed under warranty the first and second time. As you can see we have a valid complaint. When we went to try and trade the car off the transmission went out a 2nd time and we could not trade the car, even though the dealership in oklahoma city had a buyer. They were afraid to buy a car with so many problems, so we are left with a car that does'nt run 90 % of the time and no way of getting rid of it. We can't even get the loan amount out of the auto. We really need some help figuring out what to do. Your time is greatly appreciated. Thank you. Ken sutton.

Filed Sep 9, 2000 · Brakes · CA · crash · 1 injury

Brake failure @ 30mph unable to stop shuddering heard and brakes went to floor witnesses report hearing noises and seeing vehicle vibrate

Filed Apr 28, 2000 · Engine, Transmission · AL

On april 10, transmission failed and vehicle was returned to dealership. On april 18, the vehicle was returned to the owner after having replaced the transmission, the transmission cooler, and intake manifold gasket. On april 27, 2000, the engine failed on a busy road as schools were letting out. The engine failure, put both the occupants of the vehicle at risks and the schoolchildren also, as the engine failure resulted in loss of power steering and power brakes. The driver avoided collision but with no steering and loss of braking power, the results could have been catastrophic.

Filed Jan 22, 2000 · Brakes, Electrical · LA

Original gm battery (side post style) leaked acid onto steel brake line causing loss of braking system plus maximum corrossion of underside of truck..we were completely unaware of any problem until we tried to go to work in the truck and found no brakes,,had this happened on thhe highway at any great speed it would have been a major catastrophy..no one at the dealership or gm takes this serious plus we are out the cost of the repairs and the vehicle out of service..of

Filed Nov 29, 1999 · Brakes · NJ · crash · 2 injuries

Was traveling 25-30 MPH and because of heavy traffic had stopped suddenly. Had applied brakes. Had no brakes. Could feel ABS kicking in, but nothing happening. Vehicle was not slowing down. Turned vehicle & jumped curb & hit light pole. Air bag deployed. Vehcle finally stopped.

Filed Aug 27, 1999 · Brakes · WI

Master cylinder had failed 3 times within 1yr. The ABS brakes failed to stop vehicle when applied. At dealership at least 8 times for problem. They fixed the brakes each time & they always failed. An ongoing problem. Brakes are still not working appropriately.

Filed Aug 16, 1999 · Brakes · CA

The brakes have failed to stop the vehicle at slow speed 30 MPH or less when one tire was in water. I have had complete loss of brakes in wet conditions when a hard braking application caused the brake pedal to junp up and down. It would now appear that only the front brakes are working now as it takes a hard break pedal to stop the truck normally, and the front rotors seem to be warped because of excessive heat. When this information was given to the deler they said a rear brake adjustment was needed every oil change even though these brakes are self adjusting. I have other friends with suburbans with the same problems.

Filed Dec 5, 1997 · Brakes · LA · crash · 2 injuries

Abs brakes failed, vehicle lost control, resulting in a crash/injuries. Dealer also replaced master cylinder.