We have classified the 108 complaints from 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 about SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC into the following categories.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving at 5 mph, the antilock brake system would activate independently. the failure occurred on numerous occasions. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the wheel speed sensor mounting surface needed to be cleaned and reinstalled. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 40,800.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving various speeds, the antilock brake system activated automatically and the antilock brake system warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed, but was repaired by the contact who removed the antilock brake system sensor. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, he noticed the brake lines were corroded. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 16,233. updated 12/24/13*lj
This complaint relates to nhtsa action number ea11001 regarding corroded brake lines on chevy trucks. i was coming up to a red light, some cars ahead of me, going about 30 mph. i applied the brakes. initial pressure on the pedal felt normal, then the pedal resistance dropped to zero. by pushing the pedal all the way to the floor i was able to stop the vehicle. i pulled in to a gas station. brake fluid was pouring out of a location along the brake line running to the back of the vehicle. location about where the cab and bed meet. i was able to drive slowly to a nearby chevy dealer for repairs. total repair bill was $2200. *tr
I have owned this truck from new. it is used for limited hauling duties around town and has very low mileage. last summer i took it to the chevrolet dealer for pa state inspection. the mechanic drove the car into the service bay and upon doing so, the brake fluid dumped out suddenly from beneath the truck chassis. this was 10 min after i drove the truck to the dealers using a local expressway. the truck was then put up on the lift and i was shown the fact that the brake lines were severely corroded to the point that the brake fluid was dumped onto the floor. i paid $2332 for brake repairs. as a graduate materials engineer i inquired as to the material used for the brake lines and was told they were carbon steel. it offends me greatly that this truck had this severe failure with less than 10k miles, and that gm apparently has been aware of the problem and hidden it for many years. their focus on saving a buck could have cost lives as a result. the dealer was not helpful in making me aware of any mitigation program by gm. and i am ...
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, the brakes were applied and the anti lock brake system engaged independently. the contact mentioned that the failure recurred on an intermittent basis. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was repaired previously under nhtsa campaign number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic). the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 91,000 and the current mileage was 93,000. *tr
I went to stop at street light and the brake went to the floor no brakes at all. later found brakes lines rusted threw. all transmission lines also rust threw. price to have fixed over $2000.00 *tr
While driving, the vehicle operator experienced complete brake failure--vehicle was towed to nearest chevrolet dealer and is now awaiting "new " brake line installation. i have been told that the entire braking system has corroded and will need to be replaced. *jb
During braking from 35mph to make a right turn my brake pedal went to the floor. the truck did not slow down enough to make the turn, i drove down a block to the next intersection and used my parking brake to complete my stop. i parked the truck and immediately noticed fluid from the brake line leaking out on ground in the area just below where the drivers feet are. the line is a rigid steel line in a group with 3 others that run from the abs control unit forward and all of these steel lines are severely corroded particularly in the area outside of the frame where the line has ruptured. my truck is a chevrolet 1500 z71 with 126,000 miles and has been well maintained since i have owned it. i feel that this issue is extremely dangerous and have found that there are many others with rusted and ruptured brakes on their chevy trucks. other people were not as fortunate as me because my son and i made it home and we were unharmed. i feel that it is imperative everyone who owns a chevy truck of similar model year be alerted and warned of ...
Severe brake fluid leak on main steel line(s) under drivers side about 1/2 way toward the rear wheels. unable to drive vehicle. pedal went to floor as i was trying to put the vehicle in gear. pumped brakes with no increase in pedal. looked under vehicle and brake fluid on cement. *kb
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact was driving approximately 40 mph and applied the brakes, but the brake pedal released abruptly to the floorboard. the vehicle continued to accelerate. the contact shifted into first gear in order for the vehicle to stop. the vehicle was then towed to the residence for diagnosis. the contact detected the brake lines completely rusted. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was notified and they stated there was not a recall related to the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 108,700.
Electronic brake control module ebcm (brake traction control module) internally shorted causing pump to run all the time, even when vehicle ignition was turned off. danger of abs failure and fire without unit replacement. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that when driving between 5-20 mph and depressing the brakes, there was an increase in stopping time. the abs light would then illuminate on the instrumental panel. the vehicle was repaired for the failure under nhtsa campaign id number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock) in september 2005. the vehicle was later taken to the dealer where they advised the contact that since the recall had already been performed on the vehicle, they were not able to assist. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 90,400.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while the brakes were depressed, the brake warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the mechanic confirmed hat the brake line had ruptured. the manufacturer was not contacted. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 105,000 and the current mileage was 110,00.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that while driving at 5 mph, he applied the brakes and the anti lock brake system engaged. the failure recurred on an intermittent basis. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that both front speed sensors needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 70,000. updated 03/14/12*lj