Table 1 shows two common service brakes related problems of the 2006 Chevrolet C/k 2500.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes problems | |
| Brake Master Cylinder problems |
We had just gotten to the bottom of a hill when we applied the brakes the pedal felt normal then instantly it went to the floor. We attempted to pump the brakes but the pedal was completely to the floor. When we finally were able to stop we jumped out and saw brake fluid puddle on the ground and all underneath the cab of the truck. After the fluid was gone there was absolutely no brakes to even panic stop. There is also extensive rust under the truck even though undercoating was applied in the factory.
I was preparing to slow down as I approached my driveway. When I applied my vehicle's brakes, the brake pedal went completely to the floor. My vehicle did not slow down and I had to utilize me emergency brake and also shift into a lower gear in order to slow down. I was unable to slow down enough to safely make a turn and subsequently my vehicle travelled thru a ditch area and came to a stop in my front yard. Completing a check of my vehicle's brake system, I learned that my master cylinder was completely empty. I had my vehicle towed to a local garage where I was told the vehicle's complete braking system lines had rusted away causing all brake fluid loss and needed to be replaced. All brakes lines were replaced from the master cylinder to the abs module and then to each brake system at the wheel. The cost of the work was $598. 00. My vehicle is a 2006 model year and is in excellent shape, however I'm very unhappy with the braking fluid lines failing with only 52,500 miles on my vehicle. I don't understand why there has been no safety recall notice on the part of general motors. The local dealership refused to assist me with the matter and at this time I'm completing this complaint. The national highway transportation safety administration needs to take immediate action upon general motors to ensure higher quality of brake lines are installed instead of substandard brake lines. I was lucky that I was not involved in a more serious accident/incident with the brakes failing. I would also like to see general motors reimburse me in full for the cost of the repairs.