2002 GMC Yukon: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Aug 7, 2020 · Brakes · 128,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc yukon. The contact stated after he drove the vehicle at a very low speed, the vehicle unexpectedly experienced unwanted antilock brake system (ABS) activation. The contact stated he was forced to drive at a higher speed in order to avoid this issue. The contact notified the dealer, cable dahmer buick gmc of kansas city address: 907 w 104th st, kansas city, mo 64114) however the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware and offered little assistance. The failure mileage was 128,000. The contact referenced the failure to the federal safety agency campaign number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The VIN was previously repaired under this recall however the failure recurred.

Filed Mar 1, 2016 · Brakes · 200,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc yukon. While driving 5 MPH, the ABS engaged without warning when the brake pedal was depressed. The issue made it difficult to stop the vehicle for at least five car lengths. The brake pedal became stiff and the vehicle was difficult to maneuver. The vehicle came to a stop only after the brake pedal was depressed several times. The hydraulic pump malfunctioned and caused the contact to have a difficult time parallel parking without the vehicle rolling away. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Filed Dec 30, 2015 · Brakes · OH

When braking at a slow rate of speed it feels like my ABS is trying to engage. Pulsations in brake pedal and slow to stop. This occurs in any type of weather. I read that there was a recall for this exact problem. When I contacted the recall help line I was told that my vehicle VIN was not included. Odd. All the symptoms are there and it started right at the time my vehicle turn 65,000 miles. Someone please help me. I'm afraid to drive my vehicle and I have called around to gmc dealers and they will not attempt to assist me with this matter.

Filed Aug 11, 2015 · Brakes · 145,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc yukon. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would experience increased stopping distant when depressing the brake pedal. The contact indicated that the failure was intermittent and occurred on both wet and dry pavements. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ABS failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). The failure mileage was 145,000.

Filed Apr 20, 2015 · Brakes · 120,000 miles · FL

On several occasions when applying brakes to stop the yukon it fails to stop and then ABS kicks in causing brake pedal to vibrate and loss of pressure in brake pedal then truck does not stop it slides. I have replaced master cylinder did not help, truck needs all new brake lines due to rust. I have quickly move around cars to prevent a accident, due to this brake failure. Since I am in south florida gm won't fix this known manufacture defect because sf is not a "salt belt" state, but I live on the beach and the salt water has started to have a major impact just like the northern states on these faulty brake lines. The break lines are covered in rust and this is a major safety concern and gm should fix all vehicles with this known defect not just some. This 2002 yukon is sle with a 5.3l VIN z.

Filed Dec 23, 2014 · Brakes, Wheels · 240,000 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc yukon. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the ABS and the brake warning lights illuminated continuously. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the hub assemblies needed to be replaced. The driver side hub assembly was replaced but the passenger side was not replaced. The VIN was not included the federal safety agency campaign number: 07e106000 (wheels). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 240,000.

Filed Nov 24, 2014 · Brakes · 107,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 gmc yukon. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH attempting to engage the brakes, the ABS would erroneously activate causing the braking distance to be extended. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000. Updated 12/22/14*lj updated 05/26/2015

Filed May 3, 2014 · Brakes · 84,356 miles · VA

Abs and brake light dashboard indicator light activates after any rain or underside of car becoming wet due to road moisture. Water, salt, and other environmental contaminants cause various components of the ABS to fail triggering the ABS and/or brake failure light on dashboard to turn on. Various gm dealer recommend replacement of the electronic brake control module and brake pressure valve in addition to associated connection hardware. Estimated cost of parts is in excess of $2k and labor is $500. No assurances are given this will fix problem. Previous recalls by gm, vehicle owner complaints, internet websites, and internet forums address ongoing ABS and brake light system problems due to exposure to water, moisture, and other environmental elements; indicates the life cycle of gm ABS and brake systems are severely reduced in comparison to all other makes and model cars/trucks with ABS systems. The number one the federal safety agency complaint issue remains the ABS brake system on gmc yukons produced from 2000 to 2006. There have been various the federal safety agency/gmc recall notices that address partial fixes to the ABS but none requiring the recall of the complete ABS system itself. Failure of the ABS will result in brake lockup at any speed. The failure of the ABS system to function properly because gm did not design the system for it's operating environment has created a dangerous expensive problem for gmc yukon owner/operators.

Filed Sep 20, 2013 · Brakes · 89,000 miles · VA

The rear main brake line broke right half into when I had to apply a very hard stop on interstate 64 I was traveling at 65 MPH when a small car abruptly changed lanes there wasn't efficient enough space for the car to move in as he moved over I had to hit my brake rather hard to give this idiot enough room to merge in the ABS kicked in and the tires squealed I came very very close to rear ending this guy but I had just enough brake to slow my car up without incident after that my brakes went to the floor when I exited the interstate somehow it did stop lucky me. Soon as I saw a store I stopped and purchased 4 cans of brake fluid refilled the reservoir and made it home with that. I jacked my yukon up and saw a very rusty steel line broke off at the fitting it didn't pull out of the fitting it actually broke into and of course fluid was everywhere. This incident could have been a bad disaster there was a lot of traffic on the interstate right at the peak of the day when everyone was leaving work trying to get home. I am thanking my lucky stars I made it home safe. Now I have to figure out the repair part of this whole thing.

Filed Sep 11, 2013 · Brakes · 130,000 miles · NY · crash

Hit brakes, started to slow then peddle dropped, no warning light . Peddle sank to floor ,pumped peddle to stop, hit lightpole after which brake warning light came on . On inspection ,brake line between ABS box and rear axle badly rusted , failed at point above crossmember ,in front of gas tank. Have had about 16 cars ,never saw line rust this bad on a car less then 20 years old.

Filed Aug 15, 2013 · Brakes · 80,000 miles · VA

2002 gmc yukon suffered multiple brakeline failures due to corrosion. Rear brake lines running along the axle were originally replaced upon visual inspection. The rear main line from the ABS modulator failed shortly after from a corrosion induced leak where the line passes over the fuel tank. The front lines were scheduled for replacement as a precaution but failed prior to repair where the line passes over the radiator brace. All brake lines and fuel lines show significant corrosion damage.

Filed Feb 5, 2011 · Brakes · 193,000 miles · NY

Gmc 2002 yukon sle, 193,000 miles, experienced a total brake failure, loss of brake fluid, without prior warning lights regarding brake line pressure, function or ABS. The loss was attributed to extensively corroded brake lines resulting in a $3000 repair.