1997 GMC Suburban Brakes Problems

“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. …”

“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.”

“Dt: 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.”

“Dt: 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.”

“While driving the serpentine belt tensioner broke from its mounting and resulted in loss of power steering and other components including charging of the battery. The alternator also shorted out. The manufacturer and the dealer were notified. The consumer was told that the warranty not longer covered the belt. The brakes shuttered while braking from 60 MPH. The dealer replaced the front brake pads and resurfaced the rotors.”