16 problems related to brake antilock wheel speed sensor have been reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
In 2013, the abs began routinely activating during braking at speeds of 5-10 mph. I found recall 05068: unwanted abs activation. My gm maintenance records noted this recall service was completed 3/31/2006. The 3/31/06 service notes were "inspections: electrical/wiring. " I contacted gm corporate customer service in Jan. 2014 to notify them that currently my abs were erroneously activating on nearly all braking events. Additionally, I asked what recall service was actually performed on 3/31/06 because the notes only indicate an inspection occurred. A conference call ensued between gm customer service, the local gm service dealership, and myself. Gm allowed 1 hour to diagnose the abs problem on 1/22/14 at the local gm dealer. The resulting 1/22/14 service notes were: "diagnose & found left front wheel speed sensor dropping out. Inspect wiring for poor connections or damaged wiring. All ok. Gave estimate to replace left front wheel hub assembly. " in person, the dealership said this bearing was worn & was causing abs activation. I left upset, without the $642 wheel hub assembly install because I didn't believe the bearing was worn. On 5/30/2014, I had another service shop independently diagnose my trucks bearings, tie rods and suspension. They confirmed my original belief that the bearings did not need to be replaced. I did have both inner tie rods replaced at this time. On 6/17/14, I took my truck to a 3rd service shop to have them complete a front end alignment because inner tie rods were recently installed. I also asked them to determine if this bearing was worn. Their opinion was the bearing was ok and no maintenance was required. In summary, the gm service shop had opportunities on 3/31/06 and 1/22/14 to complete the recall remedy and failed. I have removed the fuses to disengage the abs and prevent an accident because this condition still exists.
Front hub/bearing assembly and wheel speed sensor not working when vehicle is traveling between 3 and 10 mph and brakes are applied. The abs is activating causing one wheel to continue and speed higher than other preventing safe turning and stopping of vehicle. The truck had this problem upon purchase, and dealer attempted to fix. Approximately 3 months later vehicle began doing same thing. This was a recall, and was taken to dealer to be repaired. Dealer only cleaned the area. Chevrolet was called by me and dealer and refused to replace hub, so vehicle is still doing same thing. Representative from Chevrolet on phone was rude, and replied that all that was covered under recall was cleaning hub. However the recall notice clearly states "in some cases, the front wheel speed sensor may need to be replaced. " it also states "this service will be performed at no charge to you. " I received recall notice in mail, and took immediately to dealer only to have problem keep occurring and Chevrolet refuse to fix it. This problem poses a danger and could cause a crash because of failure to stop.
I took my 1999 Chevrolet 1500 series pickup to a local dealer to get the recall on the front speed sensors fixed. The anti-lock brakes were activating every time I tried to stop the vehicle. They said they serviced the truck but when I picked it up the problem persisted. I took it back a second time and they told me that the right front hub assembly was bad. I took the truck to the mecanic I normally use and he put the hub in, the problem still persisted. I called general motors to report that the dealership didn't fix the problem, then told me to replace a part that wasn't defective. They did nothing, now I have a truck that I make a monthly payment on and is unsafe to drive as it will not stop.
I purchased a used 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 4wd in July and around sept of this year I had trouble breaking in low mph situations such as stop signs, lights and in parking situations where the abs would trigger on dry clean pavement causing many close calls where I almost rear ended vehicles or ran into buildings ect. There is a recall on this particular problem in "salt using states" which ironically does not include wisconsin or minnesota. The recall# is 05068 regarding wheel speed sensors in years 99 thru 02 models.
Nhtsa campaign id number : 05v379000 according to this recall, the abs sensor can give false readings due to dirt and grim build up. Gm's response for corrective action is to clean the sensor. What happens once the sensor is dirty again?I don't see how this could be a corrective action, because the chance of it happening again is great. My father owned this truck before me and had the same problem I am now having the abs engaging at low speeds, (I almost crashed twice, because of this). My father had the dealer repair the truck and at that time the service manager told my dad the only way to fix it was replace the hubs. The truck was under warranty so the service manager put down that the hubs were bad so my dad would not have to incur the cost. (sensor is warranty item, hubs are not). (country club Chevrolet oneonta, NY) once again my father was told the sensor can not be replaced with out changing the hubs. I have also been told this by two other dealers. (norris Chevrolet westfield , NJ- sullivan Chevrolet rosepark, NJ). The hubs were replaced at 60,000 miles, at 72,000 the problem once again returned. So this has been a problem for about 7 months, I know when driving the truck to give myself extra stopping distance, it does not always do it mostly after sharp turns (pulling in drive way or parking lot). So if the hubs have to be replaced as per three dealers, so why does the recall corrective action take about removing sensor and cleaning (see following) dealers are to remove the wheel speed sensor and thoroughly clean the wheel speed sensor mounting surface on the bearing, apply rust inhibitor to the cleaned surface, grease the mounting surface, reinstall the wheel speed sensor, and check the peak-to-peak output voltage to ensure the wheel speed signal is within specifications. I think gm needs to resolve the issue not just apply a temporary fix. Regards philip j savarese.
The contact stated when putting pressure on the brake pedal the vehicle did not stop properly. There was extended stopping distance. The abs system activates, and it took longer for the vehicle to stop. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic shop and had the vehicle repaired. The mechanic replaced the left and right front speed sensors. There was manufacturer's recall 05068 but the contact's state was not included in the recall.
About a year in half ago the anti lock brakes starting acting up, when it was wet and preparing to stop the anti lock brakes would engage and the truck would not stop. Code was left front sensor. This was replaced. Did not correct the problem. Had the right front sensor replaced, did not correct the problem. The fuse was then unplugged just so I would have brakes. Currently, in vermont truck was due for inspection in June, and it will not pass inspection, with or without the anti lock brakes. Spoke with elmore at gm in portland office, and he advised to take vehicle to gm dealer and have a diagnostic test done. Dealer cleaned both front speed sensors but did not guarantee it would solve the problem.
Traveling at slow speeds, the brakes would not work (anti-lock activating) causing long stopping distance or had to stomp brake peddle several times to get vehicle to stop. No major accidents but second time I ran over sidewalk I took car to service center (not dealer) and they disconnected anti-lock brakes and have not had any further trouble. Mechanic said the brake sensors (speed sensors?) would need to be replaced.
Intermittent loss of braking power. The brake pedal went to the floor, and vehicle experienced extended stopping distance. Dealer was notified. Dealer informed consumer that wheel speed sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle crashed into a wall resulting in front end damage.
The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. While driving approximately 10 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle failed to slow down. He crashed into the trash cans and the vehicle sustained minor damages. There were no injuries. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic that stated the failure was related to the rusting of the anti-lock sensor. The vehicle was repaired. Recently, the failure recurred. The authorized dealer advised the contact to pay for a diagnostic test. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved with this malfunction. The failure mileage was 45,000 and current mileage was 85,000. Updated 07/29/08 the consumer stated the problem was due to a rusty speed sensor and the repair that the dealer performed was only a temporary fix. Updated 08/07/08.
Complete brake failure while pulling into a parking space at 2 mph, resulting in a accident. The consumer read there was a common problem with the anti-lock brake system activating at low speeds, if any surface rust or debris build up was on the wheel speed sensor mounting surface.
1999 chevy, abs activates at low speeds ever since I bought the truck used in NY 2 years ago. When the problem started it was hit and miss, but now it happens all the time at low braking speeds. I have replaced 1 low speed sensor that did not help, so I removed the abs fuse. Gm said that my problem fits the recall #05068, but I was not the original owner and live in nc that I was not going to be included in the recall. I feel that this recall should include all vehicles that have been titled in the "salt belt" states regardless of where they are now and who owns them.
I work as a salesman at a small used car dealership. In the past few months, we have had at least 4 general motors full size trucks (1999 suburban, 1997 chevy Silverado, 1998 Silverado, 1999 Silverado) have speed sensors fail, causing the abs to come on at slow speeds when braking. At first, we thought that this was just an inconvenience, but I was recently test driving a 1999 Silverado, and when I pulled into my driveway, I was not able to stop and drove right into the garage. Fortunately, I was not stopping to let a pedestrian cross the street, because I would not have been able to stop and could have caused serious injury. This is a dangerous situation, and if I have experienced this problem on 4 vehicles, there must be many more on the road with this same problem.
The consumer stated that the brakes worked intermittently, allowing the brakes to go to the floor. The abs would activate at low speeds. The consumer had taken the vehicle to the dealer, who noted that there was a problem with the wheel speed sensor and the hub. Nhtsa recall campaign 05v379000, but the vehicle was not included due to the VIN, however the vehicle experienced the same problem was indicated in the recall. The recall repair work was performed at his own expense. (11/21/05).
I have a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 truck . If I hit a bump in the road the abs goes crazy and the truck will not stop. I replaced brake pads, rotors and calipers several times and my odometer reading is now at 69, 520 miles. The truck simply will not stop and I have rolled on through intersections and other places I could not stop. When gm issued a recall on the speed sensor I contacted them to reimburse me the $900 that I have spent trying to make my truck safe. They informed me brakes were not covered under warranty even though I have had 99% of the brake work performed at the gm dealership, hewitt motors. They said "sorry, we cannot help you. " I think it is really excessive that I should have to pay that much money in such little mileage for the brakes. And I see from your other complaints it is definitely a major problem that gm needs to address. We really like the truck but the brakes are just not safe!!.
Consumer 1999 Silverado developed corrosion between the front hub/bearing assembly and the wheel speed sensor. The consumer received recall 05v379000. In September 2003 the consumer had to replaced the front an rear brake rotors and pads with less than 17000 miles. The consumer was told then that the cause was excessive corrosion. The consumer contacted gm at that time but they offered no assistance. When the consumer received the current recall he submitted the invoice to the manufacturer. They refused to reimburse the consumer stating the work done was not covered by the recall.