Air Brake Related Problems of the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado

Table 1 shows five common air brake related problems of the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. The number one most common problem is related to the air brake antilock (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the air brake wheel speed sensor (nine problems).


Recently reported Air Brake problems of the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado

The Air Brake Antilock problem

Anti-lock braking system is activating more and more often on dry pavement. Only activates when vehicle is almost stopped. This does seem to add to stopping distance.   Read details...

The Air Brake Wheel Speed Sensor problem

Anti-lock brakes were engaging at low speeds on dry pavement, slowing down, stopping. Brakes failed at a low speed with a hard pedal. Ran into a building air conditioning unit causing minor damage. GMC removed, cleaned and lubricated the front speed sensors for the anti-lock brakes.   Read details...

The Air Brake Antilock Control Unit/module problem

2001 chevy Silverado z-71 - 78,000 miles - abs brakes engage during normal road conditions at slow speeds (under 10mph). This occurs 80% of the time the vehicle needs to brake. Mechanic has quoted me $900 to replace abs control module.   Read details...


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