1999 GMC Z-71 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 64%of 11 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the brakes of the 1999 GMC Z-71, 64% of the 11 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While braking the antilock brakes failed and caused extended stopping distances. The consumer pulled the vehicle over and removed the anti lock brake fuse in order for the anti lock brakes to work properly. The dealership was notified but the problem was not resolved.”
NHTSA complaint #10048727, filed 2003-11, 63,000 miles“Consumer noticed that when applying emergency brakes pedal goes all the way to the floor, it is soft. Dealership is aware of problem. The dealer tried to fix the failing emergency brake but was unable to solve the problem. The manufacturing defect was the cause.”
NHTSA complaint #874380, filed 2000-11“Brakes pulsate and make a grinding noise when applied. Many times taken in for service, but rust was never detected. Wheel should have been pulled off each time. Consumer was taking aciton with manufacturer. Pleas add VIN.”
NHTSA complaint #897368, filed 2001-10Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 7 | 64% |
| 1997 | 4 | 50% |
Other parts of the 1999 GMC Z-71
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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