Sporadic brake failure "lock up" upon sudden braking
The worst 1999 GMC Z-71 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes7
- Visibility2
- Body1
- Tires1
Problems by type
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- Brakes7
- Visibility2
- Body1
- Tires1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1999 GMC Z-71 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The electric window does not work. When inspected it was determined to be due to the cable. *ak *sc
While braking the antilock brakes failed and caused extended stopping distances. The consumer pulled the vehicle over and removed the anti lock brake fuse in order for the anti lock brakes to work properly. The dealership was notified but the problem was not resolved.
The ABS control unit will not stop running.
Abs light came on. Noise from under the truck continues after shutting engine off! Had to pull the fuse to shut the engine off. $1000+ repair bill.
Consumer states that the drivers window drop down and notice that a bolt was loose on the guide track, and a month later the passenger side window drop down. Ts
When applying emergency/parking brake, pedal was inoperative, causing vehicle to roll back. There was no pedal resistance all the way to the floor. *jg
Brakes pulsate and make a grinding noise when applied. Many times taken in for service, but rust was never detected. Wheel should have been pulled off each time. Consumer was taking aciton with manufacturer. Pleas add VIN.
Consumer noticed that when applying emergency brakes pedal goes all the way to the floor, it is soft. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak the dealer tried to fix the failing emergency brake but was unable to solve the problem. The manufacturing defect was the cause.
While driving, consumer heard noise and temporarily lost control, right rear firestone wilderness at tire p265/75r16 experienced tread separation, dot vn73.
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Questions about the 1999 GMC Z-71
Is the 1999 GMC Z-71 reliable?
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the 1999 GMC Z-71, 2.8 times a typical Z-71 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 GMC Z-71?
Brakes, with 7 complaints. Next is visibility (2).
How many recalls does the 1999 GMC Z-71 have?
No recalls on record.
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