1992 GMC Suburban Brakes Problems

“I have had brake failure on this vehicle since I bought it. The brakes would lose hold and the vehicle would lurch forward as if it were on ice. I was able to avoid collisions through luck and also by being very aware of the problem and leaving extra space between the vehicle in front of me. Various dealers misdiagnosed this problem several times. First time, front brake job, second time, rear brake adjustment. Third time, they said the pump was bad. Miraculously the warning light came on for the very first time in the dealership. $900 later I have a new ABS pump. …”

“In december of 1993, I was involved in a multi-car accident. While I did not create the accident, I did contribute by crashing into the rear of one of the cars. The cause - my brakes simply would not stop the vehicle in a normal amount of time. The ABS system made all kinds of interesting noises. However, the vehicle would not stop similar to other vehicles including my previous Suburban that I had owned and driven. Following repairs, I took the Suburban to a Gmc dealer who replaced the master cylinder (at my cost) and idd a test drivel the mechanic said the brakes were working properly. …”

“Anti-lock brakes fail when in a potential sliding situation (going onto a slick surface, like ice or wet pavement). The ABS actually attempts to work, and then shuts off, leaving only the regular brakes. This has happened multiple times. Each time we have to pay to have something reset, otherwise the lights on the dash , saying there is a brake problem, remain on. We have been told by the dealer (several times) that it doesn't hurt to drive it like this, but the ABS are not working as long as those lights are on. This is very frustrating - at the time the ABS are needed, they fail, every time. …”

“Towing brakes were erractic. Abs light kept flashing after entering gas station. Wasn't towing. Abs light came on after starting vehicle. When brakes were applied, red light came on for ABS. Have taken to dealer numerous time on ABS system & each time was informed owner's problem due to the towing that was done.”

“The truck has ABS brakes. The master cylinder was replaced and the pedal went to the floor.tt consumer had front and rear brakes replaced in jan 1995, in may of 1995 master cylinder went out, there was no brake control, in july the brakes failed again the pedal went to the floor with no braking control, and then rear adjuster springs were replaced.”