1997 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Brakes Problems

“Main brake line that feeds the rear brakes failed on my truck while I was at a GM dealer parking lot. The brake line rotted away. Had the brake line broke a few minutes earlier I could have been killed while getting off of the interstate and not being able to stop! When this brake line burst I lost all stopping ability.”

“When driving on completely dry pavement in summer weather, I applied brakes to stop at a stop sign. The ABS engaged and extended my stopping distance greatly where I proceeded past the stop sign. This continued to happened when going 5-10 MPH or less under dry pavement conditions. I inquired with a mechanic whom disengaged the ABS connection at the wheel.”

“Abs brakes system engages at low speeds making it difficult to stop the vehicle. This was an ongoing problem that started in 2001 when I lived on east coast. It has been repaired but at my expense. The recall that is being issued should include vehicles in a broader range than only 1999-2002 as this 1997 has the same problem as the newer vehicles.”

“Antilock brakes engage at slow speeds needing further stopping distances. This problem has been happening for at least three years. I have called the dealer several times and checked for recalls on this defect. When I did find out they were recalling in other states I again called the dealer to complain. Now that there is a recall I find that my vehicle is not included.”

“I have a 1997 chevy truck that continues to have brake failure. I see the recall is from 1999-2003 but am horrified that the problem is identical. I have replaced every part of my braking system and it still has the same problem. I can't stop!! My brakes are going to fail and I hope no one gets killed in the process. Gm needs to be held responsible for this problem. Thousands of complaints are on the web from the 1997 year truck!”