When braking at slow speeds, the ABS kicks in and increases the stopping distance needed. After 3 trips to dealer (and over $500 in repairs) for brake problems, they told me that the wheel speed sensors were malfunctioning. They checked the recall, but my vehicle was not listed. I have since seen that this is a huge problem with all of their vehicles and that hundreds of others have complained that the "regional" recall didn't cover them. It seems obvious to me that there is an inherent problem with this braking system and the wheel speed sensors and GM should be held responsible for repairing this before someone else gets hurt (or worse).

- Hoffman Estates, IL, USA

ABS brakes do not and have not worked properly since this vehicle was first purchased (still original owner). Speed sensitive steering does not and has not worked properly as well. Thousands of dollars $$$ have been spent at the original dealership and at qualified automobile service repair centers continually replacing parts and sometimes the same parts of the years, this continues to this day even though the Suburban is in excellent condition and well taken care of. This includes master cylinder, brake pads, cylinders, etc. This braking defect seems to be experienced by many owners of the 1997 GMC Suburban C1500. Why hasn't something been done by GM engineers to locate and fix this problem?

- Bedias, TX, USA

: the contact stated at speeds below 5 mph, the braking distance was three times as far as it should be. The vehicle has been to dealership and the ABS sensors were repaired. The problem returned 6 years later. 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 03/09/06.

- Algonac, MI, USA

The contact state there is an NHTSA recall, campaign 05V379000 regarding the service brakes, hydraulic: Antilock. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the model year. The vehicle was repaired by a local repair shop. The brake line was leaking due to rust. Updated 02/07/06.

- Spring Valley, NY, USA

I have owned a 1997 GMC Suburban 4X4 since new. The last 2 years the ABS braking system malfunctions at slow speed increasing stopping distance. I have recently disconnected the power to the system as it has worsened. I know that this is widespread on this truck and should be addressed.

- Mansfield, OH, USA

The contact stated when stopping at low speeds the ABS will activate. The dealership said it happened because the ABS sensor rusted. The repairs have not been made. The problem was the same as mentioned in NHTSA recall 05V379000 in the 1999-2002 models.

- Coventry, CT, USA

The contact owns a 1997 GMC Suburban. The contact was calling in reference to NHTSA campaign recall 05V379000 concerning ABS brakes. The contact stated that she was receiving a false reading with ABS brakes, and her state and model year was not included in the recall. The contact has been having this problem since early summer of this year around may or June. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, and they needed to replace the front hub. The contact disconnected the ABS system from both of the front tires and was no longer having this problem, but it will need to be repaired before winter. The ABS would activate while braking at slow speed which resulted in extended stopping distance.

- Glenndale, WI, USA

ABS engaging when slowing down or parking Suburban. Slow speed bumping into other vehicles because ABS goes to floor.

- Burton, MI, USA

Anti-lock brakes suddenly engaged, without notice or ap plication, while driving at 55 to 60 mph. This action caused the vehicle to swerve violently, to skid @ 150 feet across driving lanes, spin 180 degrees and hit the opposite road easement. The vehicle then rolled over twice. The insurance company has deemed the vehicle a total loss.

- Tallahassee, FL, USA

While driving in rainy weather and when applying brakes vehicle will not stop. It will coast couple feet over the requested stopping distance. Has been in a collision as a result of brake failure.

- Trenton, NJ, USA

When applying pressure to the brake pedal pedal will unexpectedly fall to floorboard, and brake system will fail to stop vehicle. Brake pads and shoes/ rotors, and lines have been replaced, which has failed to effectively remedy the problem. Dealership has not examined vehicle for this problem. Please provide any additional information / documentation.

- West Bloomfield, MI, USA

1997 Suburban, is experiencing brake failure, when TR ying to come to a stop.the brake pedal pulsates, whenchecked with the dealership they found 2 cracked front wheel hubs, they called GMC engeriners to report problem, iam the origernal owner, no accidents and all maintence and service done by GMC, this vechicle has less than 60000 miles, and has been properly maintained I feel this is a defect that has yet to be recalled for safty reasons

- Fort Washington, MD, USA

We have had the brakes serviced four times in the 2 years we owned it, 50,000 miles. The steering is erratic at high speeds.

- Abilene, TX, USA

The brakes lock up at the slightest pressure. Seems to be worse when first starting out with vehicle cold or when the roads are wet, but occurs at anytime while trying to brake. When the brake is applied it pulls to the right and also the brakes lock up, the tires skid, and you hear a humming noise coming from something. (obviously in the braking component somewhere) I have taken it to a GMC dealership 3 times but they have failed to solve the problem. They say they can't duplicate the problem and can't find any problem with the brakes. I asked them specifically to drive the vehicle, especially one day while it was in their care and it was raining since it locks up more when wet. But I question whether they even drove it. I took it to an independent brake/tire center and they replaced the front brake pads checked the rear brakes and said I had a real axle seal leaking which was leaking on the rear brake shoes and probably causing the locking problem. So the next day I returned the vehicle to the dealership again who repaired the rear axle seal leak but denied again there was any problem with the brakes locking up. But they continue to do so, very dangerously I might add. The problem seems to be getting worse.today 5/2/01 the brakes locked and I almost slid right through a stop sign. What can I do now?

- Tampa, FL, USA

Both the sensors for the brakes need to be replaced including the hubs. The Suburban doesn't feel like it is going to stop in time. I know someone who has the same year Suburban as I do who just had to have this done. It was also done at the same place where mine is in for service. He was told that there is a manufactures defect in the sensors. When I required about this I was informed the other vehicle may have been assembled at a different plant. He has apporximately the same mileage as I do. I feel that this is a defect. No one can explain to me why both sensors would need to be replaced at the same time.

- Oswego, IL, USA

While traveling 75mph with speed control set driver attempted to deactivate speed contol by hitting switch and vehicle continued to roll. Driver applied brakes to stop, and the vehicle continued to roll. Vehicle had to be turned off to stop. Manufacturer has been notified.

- Purell, OK, USA

While applying brakes in an emergency pedal went to floor, causing extended stopping distance, and resulting in a collision.

- East Buswick, NJ, USA

When applying ABS brakes on dry pavement pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance.

- Oneida, WI, USA

Vehicle has been owned since new. Shortly after purchase took vehicle to dealer with complaint the vehicle had excessive stopping distances and it appeared ABS was malfunctioning. The dealer advised the brake performance was "normal". having owned 30 vehicles of all types I do not believe same. Also took vehicle to dealer with a complaint the steering was extremely vague and would feel like it had a time delay. Again was advised steering was "normal". dealer treated complainant like the proverbial village idiot. Now, three years later I have discovered I am not the only village idiot that owns a GMC Suburban. I found numerous other complaints from owners with the exact same complaints I had. I just want to verify what they have reported. Recently the vehicle's cooling system has had numerous and sequential leaks. The delaer shrugs his shoulders when queried about the condition.

- West Palm Beach, FL, USA

When applying brakes, pedal seems to pulsate as if anti-lock is kicking in, at any speed, and difficult to stop vehicle.

- Monroe, MI, USA