Four problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500. The contact stated the anti lock brakes goes off when the surface is dry. Vehicle is stopping short before it should stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and stated there is a problem with the brakes but it is not covered under any recalls and contact has to pay for the expense. The failure mileage was 15,800. Updated 03/04/10 the consumer stated he experienced extended stopping distance which resulted in a crash. Updated 06/14/10.
The consumer noticed a brake problem on September 8, 2005. Nhtsa recall 05v379000 for the service brakes was issued. Contacted the dealer and the manufacturer, and they said this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. . When going between 1-10 mph the abs system will kick and could hear a noise, the abs will let go then catch and let go again, then the brake pedal will down further. Had to stomp on the brake pedal in order to get the vehicle to stop, like loosing the brakes.
Consumer complained about a brake problem. When applying the brakes they went down to the floor, losing about 95% of braking power. Consumer contacted the dealer and the manufacturer, neither was willing to assist the consumer.
The consumer bought this vehicle brand new, the brakes will come on by themselves. Took the vehicle to the dealer, they said the brake fluid was contaminated. Then, took vehicle to GMC, they gave the consumer a run around and thought that consumer did something to it. The vehicle has been sitting for a little over a month. Now, took it to a local mechanic, who determined that the brake fluid was not contaminated. The dealership said this vehicle was not covered under a warranty, and noticed this on October 1, 2004.