Brake Disc Rotor Problems of Chevrolet Avalanche

When replacing (for the first time) the rear brakes on my 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche at 28,767 miles, I was informed by the dealership that the rear rotors had severe corrosion. The rotors were pitted such that they would require replacement. I asked about my 3-year bumper-to-bumper warranty because there was nothing I did to cause the defect. The dealership said that gm would not warranty the rotors. I contacted gm to inquire about the corrosion and their warranty as published in the sales brochure and warranty booklet. Plus, I have owned gm products for 30 years and never had any corrosion; brakes or otherwise. They replied that there was no defect in the parts; and that's it. As far as they are concerned, case closed.

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: the contact stated the rear brake rotors were rusting and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined the steel part was a manufacturer defect. The manufacturer was contacted and denied that the problem was a manufacturer defect. The vehicle has yet to be repaired. Updated 10/23/2006 - the rear brake plated also rusted so badly that one had fallen to pieces. The consumer was told by the dealer that some rotors from this year were replaced before the brake pads were.

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: the contact stated the brakes became less and less effective over time. The dealership determined the rotors were rusted. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop, where the rotors were replaced. The vehicle was located in a salt belt state. The consumer requested reimbursement. The consumer stated the rotors should wear out not rust. Updated 10/13/06.

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The contact stated both rear rotors had to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where the rotors were turned. The surface of the rotors then disintegrated, leaving the rotors useless. The rotors were replaced at contact's expense. The manufacturer was contacted and they insisted that they had no knowledge of such failures therefore offered no assistance. Update 1/11/2006 -.

Brakes on 2002 Avalanche and customer service from ray hutson, lacrosse WI. Using Chevrolet maintenance plan. 27,821 miles - performed 6k maintenance which includes; lube parking brake, rotate tires, inspect brakes. Ok with work. 30,533 miles - performed detail recondition of vehicle. Poor work. 30,583 miles - repaired tailgate, complained of detail work. Picked up vehicle with no noticeable mileage but used approx 6 gals of gas. Guessing they ran the engine all day to dry out inside of vehicle. 30,916 miles - completed tailgate repair. Ok 34,244 miles - oil change 38,085 miles - oil change and goodwrench pre02004 maintenance check list completed. Ok 41,926 miles - 6k maintenance service. Found brakes and rotors bad, had them replaced, total cost was $1,321. 00. At time of pickup, requested reason for this happening. Was it my fault or the good wrench plan, why were the brakes not found to be going bad before they ruined the rotors? they would let me know. 2 weeks later- I called them, said they would check with GMC. 4 weeks later -I called them, said they would check with GMC. 3 months later, received notice for oil change. Went to ray hutson, asked about brake problem. Was told they had heard back from GMC the first week, they would not cover it as parts were not available to look at. At that time, I felt that I was not a customer worth a phone call from them.

On 3/23/04 we purchased a 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche, VIN: 3gnek13t93g220465, with 13067 miles on it from jerry haggerty Chevrolet, glen ellyn, IL. Over the weekend of August 6 & 7, 2005, my husband and I were driving the truck which began making a noise when the brakes were used. On 8/12/05 I drove the vehicle again at which time an even louder noise was heard when using the brakes. An appointment was made for the brakes to be checked on 8/17/05 at bill jacob's Chevrolet, plainfield,IL. The truck had 25,000 miles. They determined the truck needed new rear brakes and a right side rotor and quoted a price of $400. 00. It was not considered warranty work even though they had seen brakes fail with as little as 10,000 miles. We discussed this with a second company, midas, who stated this was a systemic problem with gm trucks where the brakes rust and fail prematurely. Midas aggreed to replace both rear rotors and brake pads at our cost of $340. 00.

Brakes failed, almost slide into cross way traffic. Took into 2 different repair facilities( firestone & merlin brakes) they both informed me that all 4 rotors were rusted entirely through from inside out, my truck is only 2 years old. I tried to get the manufacture to cover the cost of the rotors but they refused and informed me that the only items to rust on my car was caused by the environment, and the 2 people I spoke to were of no help, very rude and would not give me the telephone number to the corporate office. ( michell balykeo and steven schwausch). I have just been turned down today and will try to have my truck repaired shortly.

The caller complained about brake failure at low speeds. He stated that on curves when slowing down brakes failed. The caller had pads and rotors replaced a month ago. He said the rear rotors were more worn out than the front rotors. Recall 05v379000 on abs brakes was issued. This vehicle was not included due to model year. Dealer said it was the consumer's fault, and they could not duplicate the problem. Dealer said they would call manufacturer, and have them get in contact with dealer. The caller had a near miss accident at a stop sign.

# 1-July 05---e brake and foot brake went to the floor boards. . Rear rotors replaced because they were rotted,000 miles 3 and 1/2 years. . Inferior metal was used. . . . . . . . . #2 was told by chevy I must anticipate all stops and turns. . Step on brakes sooner burn them out quicker. . 7/30/05 3 people in truck & the ac on,driving in jersey, almost had three hits. Truck wouldn't stop under quick stops or last minute turns by people in front of me. Found out the 2003 on up have hydraulic in stead of vacuum. Why did I not get a recall or a retro fit notice to have the brake system work off hydraulic and have the rotors replaced because of inferior metal. . Chevy charged me $ 100-plus for a diagnostic that made no mention about rotted rotors , but for $500 plus they did say they would cut the rear rotors new pads and shoes-- because the system is called brake in a hat!!!!!!!.

2002 chev Avalanche failed nys inspection all brakes had to be replaced I have only 29879 miles I think this is very excessive the vehicle has never towed or plowed I use it for camping and other vacationing replaced were the following front brake pads and rotors/ rear brake pads and rotors/ rear e brake shoes, all parts were replaced because of major rusting of all iron old parts not available. I was told by inspection station this is happening alot .

I noticed brake drag/squeal on the rear brakes of my 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche. I took it to a repair shop and was told the rear brakes where shot . . . And . . . The rotors were so corroded they couldn't be repaired . . . They had to be replaced. About 3 months after the repairs I began noticing brake drag/squeal in my rear brakes again. I took it back to the shop that did the repairs and was told the brakes were fine and it might just be "brake dust buildup. " I am convinced there is something wrong with my rear brakes and I plan to take my truck to a local Chevrolet dealer as soon as I have time.

: the contact stated while driving 45 mph on normal road conditions extended braking distance was observed. The problem was due to heavy corrosion of the brake rotors. The four rotors had been replaced twice. The vehicle has been operated in a salt belt state. The rust cracked the metal creating a worsening failure condition. Updated 11/3/2006 - the consumer feels that the rotors were made of an inferior material.

General motors corporation and team Chevrolet's failure to honor terms of warranty on consumer's vehicle. (nar) the dealer refused to replace the vehicle rotors which were determined to be defective prior to the consumer purchasing the vehicle. The consumer request reimbursement for the cost to repair the rotors.

Consumers 2002 Avalanche rotors corroded prematurely which led to having the rotors and pads replaced. The consumer received recall # 05v379000 which was in reference to the rotors after the rotors were already replaced. Based on the consumer's research he believes that the rotors on the vehicle's sold in the salt belt were not properly treated with a corrosion inhibitor. The rotors on the consumer's vehicle had to be replaced after only 28 months of use. The premature rotor corrosion led to premature corrosion of the backing plate on the right rear.