129 problems related to brake antilock control unit/module have been reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Defective ebcm .
Antilock brake ebcm defective.
I was driving home and abs light came on. When I got home the motor on the abs was still running. I had to pull the fuse to get it to stop. I found a lot of people on the web that had the same problem. I think gm should recall the vehicles and fix them right.
1999 chevy Silverado electronic brake control module has a defect that involves a relay inside the ebcm that sticks and will eventually cause it to stop working. The consumer stated a technical service bulletin had been issued and what was recommended for fixing the problem, however the consumer had the work and it didn't correct the problem. In doing some research it was discovered that the problem for the abs failure is with the ebcm itself. The consumer stated the only way to fix the problem was is to replace the ebcm, but the dealership have been instructed not to replace it.
Abs module failed after only 28,000 on my 1999 silverodo. Replaced at a cost of $1069 to me.
The abs light came on and did not go off. When I turned off vehicle at two different locations, there was something "still running". I immediately took it to my mechanic who advised system had to be replaced or battery would run down and there was a likely possibilty of an accident occuring as brakes would not be operating properly. This vehicle only had 40,000 miles on it and regular maintenance has been maintained. This was a major expense ($1078. 35) plus a car rental was required as this is my only means of transportation.
Recall # 05068 for my 1999 Chevrolet truck was not done by dealer.
Abs module has failed at 66,500 miles. The abs module stays running with the engine turned off. The power cable has to be unplugged at the abs module under the driver side door to turn it off. I have discovered that this is a common problem by browsing the internet. Also, this part is heavily stocked by parts distributors because of this common failure. It has not been fixed yet but will cost over $900 to replace this abs module.
Within 3 weeks of having the recall on the front wheel sensors completed, the ecbm on the abs system failed requiring its replacement. The abs pump ran constantly after this failure and would have run the battery down or runied the pump had I not know to pull the 60a abs fuse. The pump is not rated for contiuous duty.
Gm's safety recall "05068 - front wheel speed sensor corrosion" failed to correct the low speed abs activation problem on my 1999 Chevrolet Silverado truck. The gm dealer followed the gm recall bulletin instructions, and even replaced both front wheel speed sensors. After the work was complete, there was no change to the problem where the abs activates every time I apply the brakes and the vehicle is about to come to a stop. The gm dealer said there was nothing more they were approved to do on the vehicle beyond what they had already done.
My 1999 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck has the known problem with the anti-lock brake system going into a pulsating mode when stopping at low speeds. This is a significant saftey hazard, and the truck is unsafe to drive. My Chevrolet dealer refuses to fix this defect because the truck is not under warranty, and the recall for this problem does not include minnesota, which is the state with the most salt used on highways of any state I have ever lived in.
The problem occurred suddenly when I noticed a constant humming noise coming from under the driver's side door. I also noticed the abs and brake lights were on. I called craig smith auto group, a chevy dealership. The tech that inspected my truck said there was a problem with the abs module & motor and both needed replaced. He quoted me a price of $2856. 00 for the repair. I asked if it would be covered under my extended warranty & he said it was not covered. So as a temporary fix so the battery would not go dead, he pulled the abs fuse. Still as of today, the part has not been replaced because of the high cost. I also did research online & found many complaints with the same issue happening.
Went to leave for work this morning only to find that my abs light had come on and that my abs pump was running continuously, upon hearing this all I knew to do is to pull the fuse under the hood to stop it. Once at work I find that this is a major problem with a lot of chevy trucks and that gm was not planning on doing something about it? this is an outrage, why wouldn't they own up to the mistake of the abs module failing? this would be considered in my eye a serious matter. What if this had happened to me driving down the road and had to hit the brakes to avoid a crash or worse a child crossing the road? abs would have failed!!! gm really needs to own up to this, from all the posts I have seen on the net from thousands of truck owners are they even listening?.
The consumer complained about an abs brake problem. The problem first started on September 7, 2005. Nhtsa recall 05v379000 concerning the abs sensor was issued. The consumer had contacted the manufacturer multiple times. The manufacturer told the consumer to take vehicle to a dealership to have the vehicle inspected. The dealership inspected the vehicle and said that the abs module was bad, not the sensors. The abs light stayed on even when the vehicle was turned off. The consumer was concerned that the problem could cause an accident. He felt that the problem was the same problem as mentioned in the recall, but just a different cause. (11/08/05) the abs module shorted, which caused it to run and be activated at all times.
99 Chevrolet pu 3/4 ton 52,000 miles abs went out at approximately 50,000 miles recall was made for repair but was stopped at the missouri/illinois state line. Repair of abs was $1168. 72. Complained to gm who agreed abs is a problem but agreed after review to possibly pay half.
At 49000 miles abs control module would not shut off requiring replacement.
Abs control module faliure, taken to dealer, said $1,200 to fix. I see alot of people are having the same problem. Gm should address this issue. This causes and extremely dangerous situation in heavy, slow moving traffic. The truck will not stop. How many injuries, or worse yet, deaths must occur before gm address's this very dangerous situation??.
Abs failure in my 1999 Chevrolet Silverado, abs motor runs constantly weather truck is running or not. Pulled 60amp fuse to stop motor, so now this vehicle has no antilock brakes.
Dt consumer stated when the vehicle was turned off the abs motor pump continued to run, which caused the battery to run down. The abs has been disconnected. The local service dealer states the abs sensor needed to be replaced.
Abs pump began to run and continued even after the engine was shut off. It continued until I pulled the fuse, now the abs light and the brake light are lit all the time. Repair was quoted around $1000 range. Seems like a faulty fet transistor should be a warranty repair, or at least affordable. In the mean time I have a safety issue with a brake light that is always on and not a reliable indicator of the worthiness of my standard brake system.
Abs module failure.
I purchased a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado extended cab one month ago used from a local dealer. As I have read on numerous web sites and forums many thousands of people encountered the same problem as I have, abs electronic brake control module failure. I drove home ,parked the truck in the driveway, and the next morning started it up, and the abs pump stayed engaged. As to not cause damage to the system I removed the abs system 60 amp fuse, totally disabling it , and will not drive the truck until I get new part. Many can't afford to pay for the expensive replacement cost of a part that obviously failed prematurely, and have chosen the cheaper route by removing a 50 cent fuse that totally disabled the abs system, as not to cause further damage to the abs system or the rest of the vehicle others have paid out of pocket for the repairs and/or replacement of parts. Meanwhile all of these vehicles are still used daily on our city streets and highways without the proper vacationing equipment that the manufacturer installed and intended to be used as advertised as a safety feature. Through conversations with other mechanics, as I am one myself proudly serving in the military for 17 years, dealers and manufacturer knew about the failure, and admitted that a problem existed. Yet nothing was done whether voluntary or mandatory. To fix the problem. I will fix the problem that I have with my abs system because I could not live with myself, knowing that through my failed actions I may cause injury or death to innocent people. Let me conclude with a saying we have in the military, service before self. Thank you for your time.
My 1999 Chevrolet Silverado antilock braking system is not operating correctly. When nearing a stopping point the antilock system engages and excessive braking distance results. There have been numerous near misses and once ran into an intersection nearly hitting other traffic. This is not acceptable performance for a machine with only 48,000 miles as no changes or services have been made to the vehicle in the brake component area. I have not performed the service as this was a recent incident and have learned about a possibility of a recall.
When brakes are applied at low speed the abs pulsates,and brakes must be applied in full brake lock to stop vehicle.
(1)parked 1999 Silverado for 3 days. (2)when started upon return, abs module would not shut down. (3)dealership replaced part (old part not available) cause was due to corrosion.
Chronic abs system failure. Should be recalled. . Read more...
While applying the brake pedal, the abs light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Vehicle failed to stop completely. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the wheel speed sensor needed to be replaced.
While applying the brakes vehicle failed to stop completely, and skidded. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the abs control module needed to be replaced.
Anti-lock module unit drained battery, was to expensive to replace so it was disconnected, after researching that it was not to be a safety recall by manufacturer. Resulted in brakes being locked up when attempting a curve and vehicle rolling over.
When braking at any speed consumer would hear a noise coming from the front end. Then ,the abs warning light would illuminate. Dealership informed the consumer of the abs pump failure. The problem had not been resolved.
The brakes locked when being applied. Dealer stated that abs module was defective. The abs light was still on. Vehicle was not repaired.
While applying the brakes pedal went to the floor. Abs braking light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. The driver took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic informed determined that the abs module unit needed to be replaced. The consumer stated that the brake surge seems to be from the front.
Abs motor runs constantly with or without truck running or key in ignition.
Adding one more failure of the abs system to the long list of unhappy gm truck owners. Abs failed as described in other complaints and cost to repair is $1000.
Vehicle w/ 40,400 miles. Abs warning light on vehicle comes on as start vehicle. Abs motor/module under driver's side of cab continues to run after ignition turned off. Unit is hot to touch. No abs if unit disconnected to seek repair.