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.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
Consumer complained about ABS brake problems. Consumer was browsing around and a mechanic told him that it the first thing that went wrong with those vehicles. Manufacturer or dealer were not contacted at the time of this call.
ABS system failure, 65,000 miles "motor module" failed and replaced, 75,000 rest of system failed and was replaced. As a standard equipment item, this is very disheartening and worrisome. It is also expensive, as I am $1700+ out of pocket for a repairs. "it happens" does not seem a good explanation for why this has happened. No loss of control or accident occurred. The repairs were made as soon as they were identified and could be scheduled.
ABS module shorted out and now the antilock brakes are inoperable. This is a known problem by generals motors. Dealership said they replace several weekly. Also, 2000 Silverado`S have the same problem, and I beleive module they have been recalled for a new module. Told General Motors this and all they could say was "but sir yours is a 1999 model isn`T it". NHTSA please help us consumers. We are driving trucks without antilock brakes. How safe could this be? this is definitely a safety issue.
ABS module failed causing the ABS pump to run contantly. There should be a safety recall issued to repair this safety issue due to loss of anti-lock braking.
Just after the 36,000 mile warranty was up, the ABS light illuminated and the pump motor runs continuously. Had to remove the fuse to stop it. Cost to replace is $900 plus, on a part that should last the life of the truck! friends purchased an identical truck to our, did the same thing at 38,000 miles.
The ABS light came on while driving. When vehicle was shut off, the ABS unit continued to run. Pulled the 60 amp fuse and the unit shut off. Continued to drive vehicle without the fuse. Been driving it this way for about a month. Brakes are now worn. Do not relish spending $1000+ to repair a 4 year old truck with low mileage!!
Had prior issues regarding braking; now the ABS light came/stays on and was advised by the GM service manager that I am stuck with the $995 bill if I choose to have it repaired/replaced, otherwise I would have to live with it since "it is not a safety issue." It seems that I am not the only one.
Apparent ABS failure. I am the original owner 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4WD pickup. Several times during the last four years (at least 5 distinct times I recall), the ABS seemed to fail. All the incidents occurred when I was attempting to stop rapidly on a rough/bumpy road. The symptoms are the same each time: After starting to brake normally, the brake pedal drops a bit and there is a grinding noise for a few moments (a second or two at most) along with some significant resistance to the pressure of my foot on the pedal, then the resistance and the grinding disappear, and I lose the power brakes. If I lift my foot off the pedal and press down again, the power brakes are restored. The last time this happened (April 6), I nearly rear-ended someone at a stop light. I have complained of this problem to multiple dealer mechanics, but they have all stated that this is the normal way for ABS to work. After the last incident, I removed the ABS fuse.
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- Houston, TX, USA