This vehicle was sold for use over US highways, as "repairable condition". After going to a mechanic shop, I was advised, because of sever rust the rear leaf spring hangers were completely rusted thru, the rear axle assembly could come off or the frame could break in half, by just going over say, a railroad crossing. The mechanic said they would not repair this vehicle for use to drive on roads. I am requesting a local representative to help evaluate if this vehicle is safe to travel on Oklahoma roads.

- Oklahoma City, OK, USA

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Express 2500. The contact stated that when the brakes were applied, the vehicle shook violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the brake pads and rotors were replaced; however, the failure continued. The contact had to apply extreme force to the brake pedal to ensure that the vehicle came to a complete stop. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 05V043000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 04V045000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.

- Independence, VA, USA

2004 Chevrolet express collins school bus while driving at 15 mph on an inclined rural country road attempting to brake noticed pedal extended to the floor and was stopped by further down shifting and applying emergency brake. Informed by repair shop the right front hydraulic line rubbed through the metal brake line causing the failure. Failure mileage 43,997.

- Hana, HI, USA

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph and depressing the brake pedal, the ABS system prevented the vehicle from braking properly and the ABS warning light illuminated. In one occasion, the vehicle failed to stop and proceeded through the intersection during a red light. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the brake sensors and the ABS main control system needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The failure mileage was 110,000 and the current mileage was unknown.

- Natrona Heights, PA, USA

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Express 3500. The contact stated while driving down a mountain road approximately 45 mph the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle began to vibrate excessively and the brake discs overheated. The failure was not diagnosed nor was the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 128,000. Updated 08/11/14 updated 08/18/2014

- Syracuse, UT, USA

Vehicle has continued to evidence problems similar to what's described by NHTSA campaign id no. 04V452000. Power steering pump and belts have been replaced and GM dealer performed hydro boost inspection test and it passed; said no further action required. Bus has again lost power steering and brakes to cause a dangerous condition. Dealer says it is not a vehicle that recall applies to.

- Peabody, MA, USA