Chevrolet C1500 owners have reported 8 air brake related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common air brake problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's air brake antilock (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's air brake antilock control unit/module (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Brake Antilock problems | |
| Air Brake Antilock Control Unit/module problems | |
| Air Brake Disc Rotor problems | |
| Air Brake Wheel Speed Sensor problems |
When pushing the brake pedal, there is a resistance, a grinding noise, and truck does not stop. If you let off the pedal and immediately push it again, problem is stopped. Very stressful driving this truck, which is our only vehicle at this time. Read details...
Abs module has gone bad on 1999 silverado extended cab. This is a computer component and stops truck from braking properly. Causes truck to go sideways if suddenly have to use brakes. Read details...
Brake rotors warped on four occasions and were replaced twice and resurfaced twice. Read details...
Antilock brakes activate at under 10 miles an hour on drive pavement causing stoping distance to significantly increase. Several times had a near accident. Chevy cleaned and repaired front wheel speed sensors and then replaced the left front. Total cost of repairs was $650 Read details...