Tl*the contact owns a 1999 gmc suburban. The contact stated that the antilock brakes would engage during speeds under 5 MPH and a buzzing noise could be heard. A local mechanic removed and cleaned the wheel speed sensor. The contacted stated that there was a recall for the antilock brakes, however, the manufacturer stated that his VIN was not included. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage is 111,000 and failure mileage was 95,000.
1999 GMC Suburban brakes complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 1999 gmc suburban. While driving 10 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise when the brake pedal was depressed. The failure made it difficult to stop the vehicle. The road conditions were clear. The dealer stated that the wheel speed sensor needed to be replaced. The repair was performed and no other failures have occurred. The current mileage is 100,100 and the failure mileage was unknown. Updated 06/08/07.
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 gmc suburban. The anti-lock brakes activate when attempting to apply the brakes and stop the vehicle. The vehicle was brought to a mechanic ,who replaced the front hub bearings. This vehicle was excluded from recall # 05v379000. The current mileage is 85,000, and failure mileage was 83,000.
Dt*: the contact stated when the brake pedal was depressed during a low-speed braking situation, there was a vibration in the pedal which felt as if the ABS had activated. After this incident there was an increased the stopping distance of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a private repair shop, where it was determined that the ABS sensor was rusted. There was a the federal safety agency recall # 05v379000, which pertained to the hydraulic antilock brakes. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Dt*: the contact stated at low speeds when depressing the brake pedal, the ABS engaged. There was a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v37900, regarding the antilock. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 5 MPH, the ABS activated. There was a the federal safety agency recall, #05v379000 regarding the service brakes, hydraulic: antilock. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Dt*: updated 10/17/2006 - the vehicle wheel sensor failed due to corrosion on the ABS sensors. This caused the ABS to active while braking at low speeds, less than 5 MPH. The vehicle would travel 5-20 feet before coning to a complete stop. This is caused when the wheel sensors lose output voltage on one or more wheels which tells the controller that the wheel is locked up and releases brake pressure so it wont continue to skid. This failure has caused the consumer to hit his garage door while pulling into his driveway. The consumer has pulled the fuse on the ABS system.
I was told by the dealer, jim murphy pontiac/gmc in buffalo, ny that the speed sensors needed to be replaced on the truck. There is a service bulletin# 020525002 for this exact part. I was told my truck is not part of the recall. The VIN # for my 1999 gmc suburban is [xxx]. *nm updated 07/16/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 5 MPH the ABS sensors cause an increased stopping distance. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000, regarding the service brakes, hydraulic: anti-lock. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Dt*: the contact stated while braking at slower speeds the ABS on the vehicle activated. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000 regarding the ABS. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the year of the vehicle and the state is not included. The repairs have been made and the manufacturer has been alerted.
1999 suburban right front rotor was replaced when rotor body separated from hub. Abs has premature actuation. *ts the consumer stated he was experiencing the same ABS problems as stated in the recall, however the vehicle identification number fell outside of parameters of the recall.
Dt*: the contact stated since purchase the front brakes failed intermittently. The vehicle required an excessive stopping distance when the brakes are damp or in the morning. The vehicle was taken to the dealership on the day of purchase, but the dealership could not determine a problem. The vehicle was taken to the dealership again, 3 years later, and there was no problem found. The front brake pads were replaced and the rotors were turned for regular maintenance. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. Updated 3/9/2006 -
Dt*: the contact stated the antilock brakes engage at 6 MPH. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. The repairs have been made and the problem has not reoccurred.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 15 MPH the anti-lock brakes failed without warning. This occurred during normal braking on dry roads. The vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection. The dealership cleaned the speed sensors, which remedied the problem. The manufacturer was notified. The speed sensor was corroded. Updated 03/17/06.
1999 gmc surburban VIN [xxx] I have the know problem of anti-lock brakes being activated at low speed. I live in virginia, 5 miles from maryland and 10 miles from washington dc which are covered by a recall. I want my vehicle covered by the recall. *jb information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Dt: the contact statedthere is the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 regarding the hydraulic antilock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the year of the vehicle.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at slow speeds the antilock brakes engaged, results in extended stopping distance. Also, the vehicle jerked when the antilock brakes engaged.*ak updated 1/25/2006 - the consumer contacted the manufacturer who claimed that the consumer vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.
Certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles may experience unwanted antilock brake system (ABS) activation. This condition is more likely to occur in environmentally corrosive areas. This can cause increased stopping distances during low-speed brake applications, which could result in a crash.
1999 gmc has encountered numerous problems with brakes. Brakes grab on the front wheel. *t the vehicle's brake problems range from feeling soft to locking up while parked. Once the brakes failed and caused the consumer's vehicle to run through a stop sign. The vehicle has been taken tot he dealer several time. Each time the dealer replaced various components but the brake problem resurfaced.
Abs failure multiple times in 2004 and 2005 due to corrosion. Impacts ability to stop vehicle. There is a recall (9-4-05?) but but informed by gm that it does not apply to this VIN even though it appears to match the vehicle type and problem description in recall. Vehicle has required repair for the safety problem multiple times.
Dt: the contact states there is the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to VIN. There have been no repairs made to the vehicle.
Abs brakes activate at low speeds randomly. We have almost run into vehicles in front of us. Today it happened again, and it is very scary. That is why I am filing this complaint.
While traveling at low speed in a parking lot vehicle failed to stop as brake pedal was low and ABS pump came on. Vehicle came to a stop into a pile of construction concrete debris. Vehicle was presented to a gmc dealer on november 3 2005 and dealer refused to perform safety recall or contact gmc to consider vehicle for repair. Dealer claimed vehicle VIN not in range for assistance. Owner regained possession on november 3 2005 and filed complaint
We became aware of a recall on chevy and gmc SUV's in august. We were having trouble with our brakes and just assumed it was time to have them looked at. In the following days, the problem got worse. We were unable to stop when necessary. It was as if I slowed down to stop, the ABS brakes would thump and the car would continue to go forward. Our trustworthy mechanic new of the recall and also assumed our car was involved. It was the same exact problem that was reported in the news and on the internet. However, when I contacted gmc, they said our car was not affected. That is absolutely wrong. They told me that in some cases they make exceptions, but we would not qualify. Their reasons were ridiculous and insulting , in addition to the fact that the people I spoke to were very rude. I did not make up the problem. It existed , we fixed it , and they need to reimburse us. It was very costly.
Dt:the contact complained about an ABS problem. The federal safety agency recall 05v379000/gmc recall 05068 was issued, but this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN although the consumer experienced the same problem as mentioned in the recall. The vehicle has been fixed at contact's expense. *ak when the consumer went to slow down, the ABS would activate and the vehicle would not stop right away. Updated 11/29/05.
Dt: the contact stated there was a recall for the brakes on certain gmc vehicles, but this vehicle was not included. When applying the brakes the vehicle will not come to a complete stop. This only happened when he driving at slower speeds. When applying the brakes the ABS will activate. The ABS light was not illuminating and the rotors were not warped. A local mechanic inspected the vehicle, and said there was something wrong with the ABS. The mechanic did not specify the exact problem of the ABS. The dealer and manufacturer stated there was a recall, but this model was not included.*ak update 11/30/2005 - there is a recall for 1999 gmc trucks but not suburbans.
Anti lock brakes on 1999 gmc suburban at low speeds do not want to stop the vehicle as intended. Increased slow speed braking.
1999 gmc suburban slt 1500 4wd. Failure of ABS brake system sensors. This vehicle has 82000 easy miles on it, the problem is intermittent and ongoing. I read that this was a subject of a recall in canada, why not for USA?
1999 gmc suburban ABS brakes fail to stop vehicle at slow speeds and when on inclines leading to a stop sign or traffic signal. As a result an accident occurred. Nothing was done because my mechanic said that the brakes are good and there was nothing wrong with them.
Brakes failed causing an accident. The vehicle was taken to dealer for repairs, but there was no apparent problem with the brakes. Three months later the brakes failed again while approaching a stop sign. Again the vehicle was checked by the dealer but they were unable to determine the cause of the failure. *ak
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