Table 1 shows six common service brakes related problems of the 1996 Chevrolet K1500. The number one most common problem is related to the brake electric antilock (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake disc (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Brake Electric Antilock problems | |
| Brake Disc problems | |
| Brake Disc Rotor problems | |
| Brake Master Cylinder problems | |
| Power Assist Brake Vacuum problems | |
| Brake Drum problems |
My abs brake system comes on under 10mph during normal braking. There is no panic stop involved during the normal braking event. This situation is becoming very troublesome and I'm worried as to whether I'll be able to pull my travel trailer. Read details...
The hub of the brake rotor became separated from the rotor during vehicle operation. This resulted in a severe vibration, loud grinding noise and a partial lose of control during braking. When the brakes were applied, essentially, one of the calipers was rendered inoperative as the disc it clamps Read details...
Upon making a left turn brakes locked up, consumer lost control of vehicle and went into a ditch. This was due to the brake rotors breaking and jamming into the brake. This failure was caused by poor design of the rotors, per the dealership. Read details...