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 jumped the curb when the brakes failed. Consumer drove to a repair shop for repairs of the rotors and pads. The rotors and pads were replaced previously by the dealer for failure to stop the vehicle. The rotors had been deteriorating.
While driving and applying the brakes pedal went to the floor, causing pulsation and extended stopping distance. Vehicle was taken to the a independent shop, and mechanic determined that four rotors and pads needed to be replaced at consumer's expense. The vehicle had only 41000 miles on it.
The consumer took vehicle to dealer for brake inspection, and was informed that the rotors were completely rusted. The consumer contacted the manufacturer, and was told that warranty expired, and there was nothing they could do. Also, the vehicle had only 37,000 miles since the brakes were serviced, and the rotors were completely destroyed. The brake pads were worn and the front were severely blackened. The power brakes and the power steering pump failed.
- Galion, OH, USA
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Consumer took vehicle to dealer to have the brake pads replaced, and was told that the rotors were defective. Consumer stated that vehicle's mileage was low for replacement.
While applying the brakes, the vehicle jerked and vibrated uncontrollably. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic determined that the front rotors rusted, and needed to be replaced. The brake problem was continuous front and back since 5958 miles. Chevrolet would not replace the brakes. The calipers were leaking, the security light had come on three times when the vehicle was in motion with the key, the reluctor ring/sensor was out of adjustment caused by rust, and the driveline made a clanking sound. GM had been made aware of the problems.
Consumer received recall 00 X 001 000 concerning brake hose failure. Consumer was concerned that the brake hose erupted while driving and rust build up on both front rotors. Vehicle was hard to stop when coming off a small incline. All four brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced due to rust.
When the brakes were applied, the consumer felt a vibration in the pedal. The dealer examined the vehicle and claimed that the rotors needed to be turned and the pads needed to be replaced. The consumer checked the pads and rotors and found that the pads were ok and that the rotors were laminated and cracked.
Front and rear brake rotors failed at 13,250 miles, then all four rotorsfailed again at 25,300 miles due to corrosion. Manufacturer refused to replace defective rotors at 25,300 miles.
When braking at 10 to 15 mph brake pedal went to the floor. Driver had to jam the pedal to the floor to stop the vehicle. Dealer replaced rotors and pads.
While braking brake pedal went all the way to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealership informed consumer that the problem was due to front brake rotors being rusted.
I took my truck in for a routine brake job and they discovered that all 4 of my rotors were rusted out and had to be replaced. The mechanic informed me that this was definitely unusual for rotors to rust out so soon. The truck is only 4 years old at this point. In his oppinion, GM uses shoddy rotors on their vehicles. I saw the rotors and pieces of them were chipped away due to being so rusted out. I believe this is very dangerous and there should be a recall.
All four brake rotors were peeling. Each rotor flaked off and left pits in the surface. As a result this caused extended stopping distance. The manufacturer and the dealer are aware of the problem.
Brake rotors have a very short life span. They rust and warp at 50,000 miles. The rotors were pitted. The consumer was driving off a ramp when the vehicle started to jump while braking.
Brake rotors are losing the plating, and brake pads are frozen on the rear wheels. Previously, vehicle was examined by a certified mechanic after the consumer felt a pulsing and vibration coming from the wheels, and the aforementioned problem was discovered. Manufacturer was informed of the problem.
Ltr fm audrey wissinger (pa) concerned about the problems she experienced with her 2000 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck. Both front/rear rotors had to be replaced. The old brake linings were replaced with new ones. The rotors were literally falling apart-inferior metal. Dealer stated this was the result of the vehicle not being driven enough. There was a terrible "kluncking" sound in the rear end or drive shaft. This happened in a downshift or upshift. The dealer stated it was normal play in the drivetrain. All four wheels had to be replaced at 6000 miles because they were rusted. Tailgate strap broke at 17000 miles. When the 4-wheel drive was engaged, it made a terrible growling that didn't seem normal.
When braking brake pedal would be soft and make a loud noise. Mechanic indicated theatproblem could be the brake rotors which were wearing out and needed to be changed.
2000, Chevrolet Silverado K1500 truck - rear brake rotors failed at 14,000 miles on new vehicle purchase. Replaced by dealer, and failed again after only 9,000 miles. Rotors rusted from the inside of metal outward. Appears that rear brake design or rotor parts quality is defective. Normal expected life of rear brakes is typically 50,000 to 75,000 miles. Dealer confirms that GM has had problems with this model. Contacted GM customer service but to no avail at this point.
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- East Berne, NY, USA