Brake Abs Warning Light problems of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado - part 2

62 problems related to brake abs warning light have been reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

36 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 02/06/2002

While driving 10 to 15 mph, abs light illuminated and stayed on. When driver turned off vehicle there was a funny noise.

37 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 02/02/2002

Abs braking system light is permanently on dashboard. When consumer applied brakes. Brake pedal is soft. Dealership is aware of problem.

38 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2002

Abs pump is continously running. Also, abs light stays on, but the system will not work. Contacted dealer.

39 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2002

While traveling at 30 mph, abs light illuminated. Driver parked/turned off ignition, and heard a humming noise under vehicle. Driver had to unplug a wire so battery would not go dead. Driver felt this was unsafe, brakes might not work. Consumer states that the abs module is under or behind the drivers side tire, everytime it rains, it gets wet and causes it to rust, consumer states that over time this causes the system to short out.

40 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 01/08/2002

Abs light illuminated while driving; upon parking vehicle with ignition off, abs motor continuously running, requiring fuse to be pulled to deactivate pump; service technician identified bad control module and abs pump/motor; current technical service bulletin #220101; chevy first agreed to reimburse 25% of repair (parts only) but would not honor after they learned of independent garage repair.

41 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 12/27/2001

Vehicle was driving for 85 miles then parked for about 7 hour, when vehicle was started the abs warning light stayed on after its self test. The vehicle was turn off and on three times and the light stayed on and the abs hydraulic pump continue to run even when vehicle engine was off. The vehicle was driving for about 1 mile to the nearest motel and the vehicle's battery was dead the following morning caused by the hyd. Motor running the battery down. The vehicle was driving back home after it was determine by driver and the aaa representative that jump start the truck it would be safe to drive with light on. Truck driven back home about 85 miles and parked in the garage with the abs motor 60 amp fuse removed to stop the motor from running. Vehicle taken to salburry Chevrolet for service and had the abs electronic module replaced at a $978. 00 cost. Was informed by serviceman that he has replaced 4 of these modules in the past two months. I have notice that you have a service bulletin # sb618187 out on the same problem with these hydraulic motors. Any follow up you could give me on this issue would be appreciated, since the vehicle is only a couple years old and would like to see a re-call on this item come out. Thank you.

42 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 12/21/2001

While driving home, the abs light came on in my dashboard. I pulled over and there was a loud buzzing noise coming from under the truck. This is the abs pump running continuously. After driving home (1 mile from where the light came on) I turned off my truck. The noise continued to run. I disconnected the battery terminal and the noise stopped. I have contacted gm concerning this and have not received any help thus far. It concerns me that a major component of my brake system would fail at such low mileage. This could have been dangerous had the roads been snow or ice covered. Please help me in this problem. I am not alone in this problem with my truck. There are numerous other owners that have posted their problems on the internet. This needs to be taken care by gm as soon as possible. I am not currently driving my truck until I hear something stating that it is safe to drive with a malfunctioning brake system.

43 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2001

While backing vehicle out consumer heard a noise,vehicle cut off and still heard noise, consumer noticed abs indicator light was on, looked under hood, and pulled abs fuse out and motor stopped.

44 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 09/15/2001

After turning vehicle off abs motor would continue to run. Consumer was instructed to pull fuse for abs motor - which stopped motor from running, and caused abs light on the instrument panel to come on. Dealership has not examined vehicle. Please provide any additional information / attachments.

45 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2001

Abs warning light came on. Abs system would not stop running after truck was shut off. Fuse was removed. Gm dealer said system had to be replaced at a cost of $950. 00. Gm contacted; no response. Have spoken to two other people in my office who have same truck with same problem.

46 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 06/25/2001

Abs light stay on and continue to run. Module was diconnected to keep battery from wearing down. Vehicle doesn't have abs, and regular braking system could be affected. Dealer stated this was a common problem. Pump or module will need to be replaced.

47 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2001

After vehicle was turned off abs motor continued to run. Consumer contacted local dealership, and was told to pull fuse for abs motor. Upon pulling fuse, motor stopped running, but abs light on instrument panel was still illuminating. Please provide any additional information / attachments.

48 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 03/26/2001

Abs light keeps coming on in vehicle. Contacted dealer, and dealer said that there was nothing they could do.

49 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 03/19/2001

Abs light came on, causing abs motor to turn on pressing against brakes. Dealer has advised that entire abs system must be replaced with consumer's expense.

50 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 03/19/2001

While driving abs light came on. Then, consumer drove off road and turned off engine, abs motor kept working. Took vehicle to dealer, where they did not explain what could had happened. . The consumer believes, the abs was defective.

51 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 02/21/2001

Abs light would remain on, and abs motor would still be running,even with ignition switch turned off. Vehicle taken to independent repair shop for repairs/replacement of electronic brake control module. Manufacturer notified. The consumer states that there was shortages of the part needed to fix the problem because there were many failure.

52 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 02/05/2001

Abs light comes on. There's a motor noise coming from back wheel. Problem just started. Dealer will be contacted.

53 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 08/15/2000

Water in abs module. Abs module mounted on the truck frame under the driver seat shorted out after a low speed rearend accident that sent my trailer hitch thru the other vehicle's bumper. No visible damage to my vechicle. After leaving scene, the abs light on dash was on. On driving directly to the dealer, the abs activated on any braking and increased the stopping distance. The dealer replaced module and found water in it. My truck has never been off-road, or in any deep water.

54 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Failure Date: 10/24/1999

The abs control valve and abs control module shorted out causing the abs warning light to illuminate on the instrument panel while driving. Water had entered both units, the pins of the control unit and sockets of the module unit were covered with rust, shorting the system, in some manner water entered through the control unit and caused the pins and sockets to rust resulting in premature failure. Nlm.

55 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Upon starting vehicle abs warning light on the instrument panel illuminated and a pump started running. When consumer shut vehicle off and removed key from ignition, pump continued to run. Dealership was currently examining vehicle for this problem, and is charging consumer $1400. 00 for repairs. Please provide any additional information / documentation regarding repairs for this problem.

56 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Started my truck, heard humming noise from under drivers door, abs light came on. Shut the truck off and the humming noise continued. Had to disconnect the battery to get it to quit. When battery is reconnected the humming noise continues. Took the truck to the chevy dealership, they unpluged the fuse. I apperently no longer have abs. I called Chevrolet (file # 05941718) they said they would pay 30% of the $625. 00 module. I started to check into this problem with other Silverado owners, it seems numerous owners are having the same problem. I've also had problems with the brake locking up and not releasing.

57 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Upon leaving parking spot. The abs light on the dash came on and the abs unit started to run as if stopping on a slippery surface. Stopping and shutting off the truck did not stop the abs unit and it continued to run. The only way I could get it to stop was by pulling the 60 amp fuse under the hood.

58 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Abs motor spring clip was defective. Also, abs light stays on, and abs brakes do work.

59 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Consuemr states when coming to a stop abs light comes on. Brake pedal may get hard , and consumer has to pump the brake to get the pedal back up.

60 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

While starting vehicle noticed abs indication light on and a loud noise running from vehicle. Please provide further information.

61 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

While traveling abs indicator light was on. Technician stated abs system was bad, and needed to be replaced. Please provide further information.

62 Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Consumer stated the abs light comes on and engine starts making a noise. When vehicle is shut offthe abs motor continues to run. Nlm.



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