2001 GMC Yukon XL 1500: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Aug 3, 2011 · Brakes · 127,000 miles · VA

I began to notice that while executing low speed stops (city driving, stop and go traffic) my ABS system would activate and the pump could be heard and felt in the braking system. This occurred in all types of driving conditions, particularly on dry pavement and at low speeds, where ABS is not needed. The result of this ABS activation was decreased stopping power at unpredictable times. This created a safety hazard and almost caused several accidents. I ended up deactivating my ABS system completely to create a reliable braking system. When I took the car in for repair the mechanic stated that this was a known issue with this particular model, however my vehicle was not a part of any recall.

Filed Jun 20, 2011 · Brakes · 117,000 miles · NY

There was a recall on gmc yukon xl 2500 series ABS system campaign id # 05v379000 where the ABS system will engage while braking causing increased braking distance and potential crashes. The problem occurs in the 1500 series as well why was there not a recall for this series which I have and have the same problem with? I called the gmc hotline and my local dealer and they tell me there are no recalls for my model and I don't drive my vehicle because I fear rear ending someone or rolling into an intersection when attempting to stop.

Filed Jan 26, 2009 · Brakes · 45,434 miles · IN

After turning off car notice the ABS pumps continues to run. Dealer states ABS control module needs to be replaced. The happened twice so far: 1st time at 45,000 miles with an estimated repair cost of $1200 and 2nd time at 113,000 miles with an estimated repair cost of $1325. This type of fail rate seems unacceptable especially to a safety component. The failed part is still in my possession.

Filed Jul 16, 2008 · Brakes · 45,000 miles · VA

Upon applying my brakes at low speeds (under 10mph) on my 2001 yukon xl, there is shuddering from the front and at times the brakes seem to become ineffective. It is as if the ABS is pumping the brakes, but it is occurring on dry pavement. I recently ((7/16/08) brought the vehicle in for service and was informed that one of the ABS sensors needed to be replaced. After being informed of this, I checked the internet and found out there is a recall due to potential corrosion of the ABS sensors but it is effective for only specific states. I live in northern virginia and have driven through the affected states numerous of times during winter where salt, etc. Is used on the roads. In the northern va area, salt is also heavily used. I believe that the recall should be expanded to those state that border the "salt belt" states. This occurrence began around april 2008 and the latest incident was today 7/16/08.

Filed Dec 7, 2006 · Brakes · GA

Gmc ABS anti-lock brake electronic module has failed twice for a 2001 vehicle. This part is critical for use of anti-lock brakes. First failure november 2004; part was replaced by dealer and I paid labor. Second failure november 2006; dealer refused to assist in replacement of same part. Vehicle requires part to be replaced for anti-lock brakes to function.

Filed Aug 24, 2006 · Brakes · 110,000 miles · TX

Failure of ABS module - 2001 gmc yukon xl 1500 pump motor continues to run after vehicle shut down.