1998 GMC Yukon Brakes Problems

“Bumper to bumper traffic during rush hour, brakes went to the floor causing about a 10 MPH impact into pickup in front of us. Glad we weren't up to speed when the brakes went. Upon further inspection, I have rusted brake lines, and the front crossover line leaking profusely due to corrosion of metal.”

“I have a 1998 Gmc Yukon and for the past 3 years I've been dealing with the GM antilock brake problem outlined in the 1999 thru 2002 recall. There have been many close calls over the last 3 years and when the antilock brakes kick in for no apparent reason at low speeds it is both very un-nerving and scary. Is there any chance of the recall also covering 1998 year vehicles?”

“This vehicle has historically been bad for wear on discs and pads. I had just replaced the discs and pads once again, and was in an accident. I really think the problem was with the ABS system and not the disc or pads.”

“I just bought a 1998 Yukon and during inspection asked about my brake issues. I was told that there was a recall for the ABS. I looked it up and it is doing exactly what the recall states (GM re-call #05068). During low-speed braking, it has an increased stopping distance, which could result in a crash. The recall is only for 1999-2002 vehicles. I'm wondering why the 1998's weren't included in this re-call as it is apparent that they have the same issue. What should I do about this?”

“While stopping at slow speed, my anti-lock brakes activated on my 1998 Gmc Yukon causing me to narrowly miss an accident. The system would do this at least once a day with no warning. I had the vehicle repaired - the corrosion was removed from under the brake sensors. Months later I saw GM issue a recall on this issue but vehicle years were from 1999-2003 not including 1998. I called GM and they refused to cover my 1998 under the recall even though the parts are identical in the braking system between a 1998 and 1999.”