This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
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Consumer 1999 Silverado developed corrosion between the front hub/bearing assembly and the wheel speed sensor. The consumer received recall 05V379000. In September 2003 the consumer had to replaced the front an rear brake rotors and pads with less than 17000 miles. The consumer was told then that the cause was excessive corrosion. The consumer contacted GM at that time but they offered no assistance. When the consumer received the current recall he submitted the invoice to the manufacturer. They refused to reimburse the consumer stating the work done was not covered by the recall.
: the contact stated while attempting to apply brake pressure at 20 mph there was an increase in stopping distance. There is a NHTSA 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. Updated 03/09/06.
Ltr from consumer (mn) requesting NHTSA extend recall no. 05068 to the state of Minnesota owner of a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado truck, reply to the fort snelling office. The consumer stated the ABS engaged inappropriately at low speeds.
: the contact stated the brake pedal became hard to depress at 5-10 mph. A new wheel speed sensor was installed in 2002, but the problem returned. There is a NHTSA 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. Both frnt hub sensors were defective, they were both replaced on each side. Also, replaced rear tail lamp.
ABS brakes fail at low speeds, making it impossible to stop. Took it to the dealer (2-20-2006) with a recall relating to the ABS brake system, and was told the recall didn't cover the problem with the truck. I was told if I had $1,100 to replace the ebcm motor relay circuit, that would solve the problem. I have found with only minimal research, there's a lot of folks out there with the same truck, or similar trucks having the same problem. This is an extremely dangerous situation in heavy traffic, the truck will not stop!! I have had to remove the ABS fuse, and completely disable the ABS system, in order to make this vehicle safe to drive.
- Rochester, MN, USA
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I have a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 truck. If I hit a bump in the road the ABS goes crazy and the truck will not stop. I replaced brake pads, rotors and calipers several times and my odometer reading is now at 69, 520 miles. The truck simply will not stop and I have rolled on through intersections and other places I could not stop. When GM issued a recall on the speed sensor I contacted them to reimburse me the $900 that I have spent trying to make my truck safe. They informed me brakes were not covered under warranty even though I have had 99% of the brake work performed at the GM dealership, hewitt motors. They said "sorry, we cannot help you." I think it is really excessive that I should have to pay that much money in such little mileage for the brakes. And I see from your other complaints it is definitely a major problem that GM needs to address. We really like the truck but the brakes are just not safe!!
Anti-lock brakes engaging and low speed and not shutting off. They keep pulsating even after taking foot off brake pedal. The only way to stop it was to remove the 60 amp fuse. This is on my 1999 Chevy Silverado. I have taken it to a Chevy dealership and they told me it would cost over $800 just for parts alone. I feel G.M. should fix this safety feature defect.
: the contact stated the ABS engaged while attempting to stop at 5mph or less. There is a NHTSA 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. Although the problem persisted, the vehicle was not seen by a dealer.
: the contact stated that there was increased stopping distance while applying brake pressure at low speeds. There is a NHTSA 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 2/27/2006 -
: the consumer stated the ABS activated at low speeds between 5-10 mph. There is a NHTSA recall, # 05V379000 regarding the service brakes, hydraulic:anti-lock. The consumer experienced the same problem as indicated in the recall; however, the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall.
: the contact stated while driving on normal road conditions at low speeds, and under normal braking conditions, the anti-lock brakes failed to stop the vehicle. The ABS activated, causing extended stopping distance. After the first incident the dealer replaced the rotors. The second time the dealership put brake pads on the rear, cleaned the sensors, and resurfaced the front and rear rotors. However, the problem recurred. The right rear window regulator was replaced. Updated 02/07/06.
Driving on the road and the ABS control module came on and would not stop, even if truck is off and the key removed from it. The only way to stop the module from working is to remove the electrical wiring from it.
The contact states there is NHTSA recall campaign 05V379000 regarding the anti-lock 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 vehicle was repaired.
The contact states there is a NHTSA 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.
Consumer complaint regarding GM ABS brakes. ABS brakes are overly sensitive to corrosion causing failure of the ABS system. The consumer stated the recall only covers the least expensive part of the problem.
The contact states there is NHTSA 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.
I purchased a used 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 4WD in July and around Sept of this year I had trouble breaking in low mph situations such as stop signs, lights and in parking situations where the ABS would trigger on dry clean pavement causing many close calls where I almost rear ended vehicles or ran into buildings ect. There is a recall on this particular problem in "salt using states" which ironically does not include Wisconsin or Minnesota. The recall# is 05068 regarding wheel speed sensors in years 99 thru 02 models.
The contact states there is a NHTSA recall campaign 05V379000 concerning the service brakes. This vehicle is experiencing the same problems as indicated in the recall, but is not included in the recall due to VIN.
The contact states there is NHTSA recall campaign 05V379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but is not included in the recall due to VIN. The contact repaired the vehicle at his own expense. The ABS failed at low speed. Updated 01/04/06.
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- Brockway, PA, USA