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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The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban K1500. The contact stated that the rear brake lines were corroded, causing him to lose fluid to the rear brakes. After inspection, he also noticed that the front brake lines were wearing prematurely. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact diagnosed the vehicle and performed the repairs. The current and the failure mileages were 121,000. Updated 12/29/11 the consumer stated he experienced low speed anti-lock brake failure as described in the recall. Updated 02/29/12
The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. While the contact was driving on normal road surfaces approximately 5 mph, pressure was slightly applied to the brake pedal and unexpectedly the ABS engaged. The failure occurred whenever driving at low speeds. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 05V379000(service brakes, hydraulic:anti-lock); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 205,000.
The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. While driving 10 mph and decreasing speed, the anti lock brakes engaged and increased the distance for him to stop the vehicle. The dealer was contacted and stated that his vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure was not diagnosed by the dealer and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 133500 and the current mileage was 134000.
1999 Chevrolet Suburban, owner notice of anti-lock brake malfunctions. The consumer stated a recall was issued regarding the wheel speed sensors. We he contacted the two dealerships that serviced his vehicle, they stated they were not aware of a recall. The consumer stated the wheel speed sensor need to be replaced. Recall # 05V379000.
The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that the anti-lock brakes would engage without warning. He also stated that the brake pedal would lack pressure and would oftentimes fall into the floorboard when depressed. Previously, a full brake system was replaced on the vehicle; however, the failure persisted. The contact believed NHTSA campaign id number 05V379000 (service brakes, hydraulic: Antilock) contributed to the failure she experienced. The failure and current mileages were 170,000.
- Custer, MI, USA
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Anti-lock braking system on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. This vehicle has the exact same symptoms as the recall of PE-05020 and 05V379000. Low speed activation of the anti lock ABS. General Motors states"the vehicle in question is not on the recall, it was manufactured in Mexico". correction to the reported recall on 2000 to 2002 models is for the "dealer" to clean apply anti rust and then grease to the hub and reluctor. The recall and correction however does not apply to the 1999 chrevolet Suburban even thought the vehicle is used in the "salt belt". low speed activation can and may lead to increased stopping distance and a crash. The dealers refuse to correct teh porblem due to the 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is no on recall. The vehicle has exact same problems as the 200 to 2002.
I believe the 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should be included in the NHTSA campaign # 05V379000 and the GM recall # 05068 even though General Motors tells me that my VIN# is not part of there recall. My vehicle experiences the exact symptoms as those described in the above campaign and recall numbers ( antilock brakes unexpectedly activating at low speeds of about 3-10 mph ). the antilock brakes on my vehicle would occasionally activate at low speeds and at first I did not think it was much of a problem. Now every time I brake and the vehicle slows to a speed of about 6 mph, the antilock brakes start to activate. I now know this is a safty issue because once the antilock brakes start to activate, the vehicle takes longer to stop no mater how hard I press on the brakes. I will probably take the vehicle to the dealer for repair and hope G.M. will reimburse me if and when they realize this year Suburban should be part of the original recall.
My 1999 Chevy Suburban K1500 exhibits the exact same characteristics as NHTSA campaign id number : 05V379000. It has 175K miles, I live in Michigan, and the ABS has been kicking in at low speeds in dry conditions for about 15K miles. Website www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/1999/GMC/Suburban and www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/1999/Chevrolet/Suburban+1500 are loaded with the same complaints - 1999 models with ABS engaging at low speeds. This is an obvious safety issue.
Vehicle is a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban K1500. Vehicle was purchased used on February 19, 2009 with 91,437 miles and has the corrosion and ABS activation problem described in NHTSA campaign id number 05V379000. Chevrolet has advised that this specific vehicle was not included in this campaign. I believe the omission of this vehicle from the campaign is inappropriate.
The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. The contact is experiencing ABS issues. An independent mechanic stated that the sensors needed to be cleaned on the wheel sensor. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign id number 05V379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock), even though the failures were identical. The failure and current mileages were 140,942. Updated 02/10/09 updated 02/11/09.
The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. While depressing the brake pedal at 5 mph, the ABS would inadvertently activate. As a result, the brake pedal dropped and brake pressure was lost. GM stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 05V379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). The vehicle has not been repaired. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 114,000 and failure mileage was 110,000.
Soft brake pedal, front brakes do all the work. GM shop replaced combo valve and brakes are the same. Ongoing bad brakes causing multiple close calls due to not able to stop Suburban 2500 by itself, and while towing.
The ABS on our 99 Chevrolet Suburban began kicking in everytime we hit the brakes. We took it in the be diagnosed and was told that there is a recall, campaign number 05V379000, on this issue that covered over a million vehicles including other 99 Chevrolet Suburban but that our particular VIN number was not included in the recall. We were told that the sensors had rusted and were not recieveing the amps they needed to work properly. The repairs were cleaning the mounting surface, greasing, and replacing the sensors. This diagnosis and the repairs needed were the exact same problem as all the recalled vehicles. We believe our vehicle should be included in this recall. At this point we have not yet had the problem fixed.
Model 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 1500lt bought new in 2000. When attempting to brake at low speeds (< 10 mph) the ABS system kicks in, the brakes pulsate heavily, but the vehicle keeps rolling for a few feet, depending on the moving speed at the time the brakes are applied. This has recently led to an accident whereby the vehicle slid into my garage door, luckily causing minimal damage to both car and garage door. The current mileage on the vehicle is 39,900 miles. I have found a recall, but this recall only applies to the 2000 model year Suburban., whereas the symptoms are exactly the same in my vehicle.
When trying to stop, the ABS would engage at low speeds, causing the vehicle to take longer to stop, and almost caused several rear-end accidents. Ths led to a replacement of the front bearings and hubs because of rust damage, at a cost of $1389.67.
The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. The contact stated that his vehicle was experiencing unwanted antilock brake system activation. The failure occurred while driving 11 mph. A service provider discovered the failure when the vehicle was brought in for a state emissions issue. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 96,000 and failure mileage was 94,000.
Corrosion affecting the anti-lock brake system activates the ABS system at speeds of 3.7 miles per hour to 10 mph, requiring a longer stopping distance. The anti-lock brakes activate whether or not the brakes are engaged by the driver.
The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. While driving 5-10 mph, the brake pedal extended to the floor when depressed and the vehicle made a roaring noise. The vehicle became extremely difficult to stop. The dealer stated that the sensors were corroded and the hubs failed. The vehicle was repaired. The current mileage was 60,810 and failure mileage was 50,000. The consumer stated GM refuses to cover this and stated they don't have a recall on this particular issue, however the consumer enclosed the recall information pertaining to the defect. Updated 10/03/07
The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. While driving between 5-10 mph, the ABS would make a grinding noise. The dealer stated that the ABS speed sensors needed to be replaced. The failure mileage was 110,000 and current mileage was 152,098.
1999 Suburban with brake problems customer believes that her vehicle should have been included in the GM recall #630-2438* the consumer was having problems with the ABS activating at low speeds. The ABS sensor was removed and corrosion was cleaned from the knuckles. The right front caliper bolt was replaced. Even though the consumer experienced the same problem as stated in the recall, the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall there were certain vehicle identification numbers. The accelerator pedal was hard to push down. The dealer cleaned the injectors. The rear wiper had to be replaced.
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- West Harrison, NY, USA