Table 1 shows twelve common service brakes related problems of the 1998 Chevrolet K1500. The number one most common problem is related to the brake electric antilock (20 problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake antilock wheel speed sensor (six problems).
The contact states there is a NHTSA recall campaign 05v379000 regarding the hydraulic antilock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the year of the vehicle. Updated 1/25/2006. Read details...
I had read numerous peoples complaint on this issue. There apparently should be a recall on this problem. I have a 98 chevy silverado ext. Cab 4x4 and I'm having a problem with low speed(5-10mph) where the abs comes on and slowly and dangerously stops the vehicle. Read details...
Abs activation at slow speeds in traffic and at frequent stops, activation of abs started around 07/2005. Serviced parts included new rotors and pads, rear drums and pad shoes, abs modulator, and master cylinder. Vehicle still has same noted problem. Read details...