Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 2001 Chevrolet K2500

Three problems related to brake disc rotor have been reported for the 2001 Chevrolet K2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2005

Breaking questionable at times. Brake rotors rust flake where pads contact rotor, 55,000 miles on truck with second set of rotors same problem with first set. Loud brake noise at slow speed forward or reverse.

2 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/27/2004

The consumer indicsated that the rotors were rusting on the inside. When the brakes were applied they didnt sto the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted who stated there was nothing they would do since the vehicle was past 16,000 miles. Please provide any additional information.

3 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 01/02/2004

Poor breaking. Premature deteriorating of brake rotors (40,000 miles. ) the surface of the rotors where the pads make contact appeared to flake away, leaving a smaller contact with the pads. Have pictures of rotors and the rotors for inspection.




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