1999 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck Brakes Problems

“I have a 1999 Chevrolet 1500 silverado pick-up. There is a serious problem with the ABS system at slow speeds. (below 20 MPH) the braking system automatically goes into ABS mode when stopping at a slow speed and no amount of pedal pressure will stop it. Gm dealers acknowledge the problem, but want to replace the system at a huge cost to the consumer. It sure seems like a design flaw to me, as well as a safety issue. This p/u has 74,000 miles on it, and should not be having problems with it's brakes. Thanks.”

“I was pulling into advanced auto when the brakes gave out on me. I jumped the curb and side walk and was stopped by a trash can and the front wall. Luckly I wasn't going fast and didn't go through the wall. This is the 3rd time my brakes went out like this. I also told to many other people who have later model chevy's.they also have had this problem. All three times I had wheel sensors replaced. I feer the next time I won't be so lucky. I also know that I'm not the first one to report this. This has been an ongoing problem. When will this be fixed.”

“Was driving to store the first time and ready to stop at red light and the bake pedal went right to floor,made it home and saw fluid leaking from a ruptured line.(replaced and had the rest looked over). Second time a year later dec. 23 on turnpike , I had to stop quickly and another brake line failed ,taking it in this week to be replaced again. All because of rusted and corroded lines.”

“My 1999 Chevrolet tahoe (2dr, 4x4) had an ABS sensor failure due to debris buildup which cased the ABS to indicate a false wheel lock at low speeds on dry pavement. This failure is identical to the failures that prompted the canadian recall of GM suvs having this ABS configuration. The dealership had to replace the hub and bearing assembly, and clean all of the ABS sensors in order to stop the false triggering of the ABS system.”

“Abs light came on. Stopped truck and heard loud clicking noise. Took truck to dealer (corona Chevrolet). Dealer said it's your ABS pump. It will cost $1000 dollers to fix. Could cause a fire. Do you want us to fix it? What else could I say? The dealer did throw in a free oil change ($19.95 value).”