Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact was informed by an independent mechanic that the rear rotors were worn out, which caused the parking brake to malfunction. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 167,000.

I have a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado $wd extended cab short bed truck. This vehicle was purchased new by me. Currently the vehicle has 39,950 miles on it. Since approx 12,000 miles I noticed longer stopping distances. I took it to selling the dealer & was told everything was normal. This weekend I installed new ac delco front brake pads & installed new wagner rotors. Upon removing the rotors I couldn't help but notice that there was a issue with the old original never cut rotors. The rotor surface was deteriorated hence causing the problem with loss of stopping distance. Note: the brake pads were the original gm. I am a state certified inspection mechanic. After surfing the internet & seeing al of the complaints from other Silverado owners I couldn't help but to file a complaint. If this was addressed earlier maybe I would of felt more comfortable driving this vehicle more. As you will see the usual low miles we drove other vehicles instead.

: the contact stated while traveling various speeds, the brakes squeaked and when the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle shimmied. The dealership determined the rotors were rusted from the inside out, and needed to be replaced.

: the contact stated a manufacturer recall letter # 85068 was received for corrosion of the vehicle speed sensors. The corrosion made them inoperative. The vehicle was taken to the dealership who determined the sensors could not be removed without damaging the rotors. The repair was offered at cost,.

: the contact stated while inspecting the brakes on the vehicle corrosion was noticed on the rotors. The vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection. Upon inspection, the dealership determined the rotors needed to be replaced. The contact replaced the rotors and notified the manufacturer.

: the consumer stated all 4 rotors were peeling along the laminations and exposing the metal plates. There was no evidence of rust, just extreme an breakdown of the material. The vehicle was not exposed to hazardous or severe weather conditions. Although the rotors continued to deteriorate, the vehicle has not been seen by a dealer.

: the contact stated the rear passenger side brake rotor busted while driving at 20 mph. The contact was depressing the brake pedal to the floor with little braking capabilities. There were no visible road hazards which could have caused the rotors to fail. Prior to this failure the vehicle was taken to the dealership. Upon inspection both rear rotors were rusted. According to the dealership this was normal. The defective rotors were replaced. Updated 1/25/2006 -.

: the contact stated while depressing the brake pedal the vehicle vibrated. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for inspection. The repair personnel determined the rear rotors were deteriorated and needed to be replaced. The vehicle is currently at the repair shop awaiting repairs.

The contact received NHTSA recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the abs brakes. Upon inspection by the dealer the wheel speed sensors were in excellent shape. All four rotors were completely corroded, and in needed replacement. The rotors were replaced at the contact's expense. The manufacturer was notified. They offered a partial reimbursement for yearly maintenance.

Both rear brake rotors for 2002 chevy Silverado had to be replaced due to corrosion. The vehicle had only been driven 2,525 miles between the last service yet no brake problem was noticed by the technician at that time.

Defective rear brakes.

Replace rear rotors on vehicle with 27,000 miles on it. Little wear on pads. Mfg rotors were obviously defective. I have original rotors and the metal is breaking apart.

2002 chevy Silverado 1500hd crew cab. During regular brake inspection found all 4 brake rotors rusted beyond service limits. Half of rotor face rusted away on inside of all 4 rotors. This is causing extended stopping distances. Truck unable to stop with any type of load. Truck was purchased with a towing package. Truck has 56k miles. All 4 rotors and brake pads will be replaced at owners expense.

: the contact stated while driving at 10 mph, the vehicle was difficult to stop when depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to the local independent repair shop for inspection. The mechanic discovered all 4 rotors had deteriorated. The rotors were replaced and the vehicle operates normally. Updated 5/2/2006 -.

The brake rotors rusted and fell apart. Consumer noticed this problem August 1, 2005. Brakes malfunctioned. When pressing the brake pedal it went all the way to the floor, then began to pulsate. Consumer arranged an appointment on August 10, 2005 for dealer to inspect the vehicle. Consumer said he was aware of someone else with same problem, and the person had to pay to have the rotors replaced.

Abs system operating during slow speed stops increasing stopping distance drasticaly. Dealer removed and cleaned fromt abs sensors at our expence. Had to replace front rotors and pads as calipers were stuck and rotors appeared to swell and peal apart.

Brakes failed during emergency stop, nearly causing serious accident. Chevrolet dealer cited rusted brake rotors. Chevrolet refused to pay for repair, claiming (according to dealer) low mileage (17,031) indicated truck "sat" too much, promoting rust. Rear rotors replaced in June, 2005. Front rotors were repaired but have now been identified as rusted and in need of replacement (August, 2006). Two dealers have acknowledged that parts (composite rotors) are of inferior quality and have expressed their frustration that gm has not recalled. Chevrolet refuses to acknowledge the problem or to assist in repair cost, calling the situation a "maintenance issue" caused by the environment (case # 1-427-765-013). Chevrolet claims this is the dealer's diagnosis, although the dealer clearly stated to me that the parts are inferior. I requested a copy of my file and was refused (Chevrolet calls it "proprietary" information).

While driving down a slight incline in road with about 500 lbs of weight in back of truckand when brakes were applied found the left front wheel had strong vibrations and tended to cause the vehicle to pull to the left. Went to dealer for repair / analysis, they found the left front disk brake rotor was excessively rusted and lacking contact with the disk brake pad in the center of the rotor. The right side rotor also had excessive rusting and pitting. Dealer attempted to clean the rust by "cutting" the rotors on a machine, but after several attempts the rotors thickness was below legal limits and the rust was still excessive. Dealer replaced both rotors under warranty. Vehicle now drives and brakes as it should.

The inner side of all four rotors separated, resulting in extended stopping distance.

Vehicle lost braking power due to excessive rust buildup on all four rotors. This situation is especially dangerous when the antilock system activates. The first time I thought I was going to run into the stopped vehicle in front of me then again when I ended up in the intersection. No accidents, but a close call. Gm would not repair under warranty at 52,000 miles. I repaired the vehicle myself but am concerned that there are alot of other vehicles out there with the same problem. Customer service since advised me that my vehicle is not part of any recall.

Rear disc brakes,rotors, parking brake shoes,all needed replacement at 35,000 miles. They were rusted on. To the tune of $652. 00 dollors and was told this could happen again in a years time. There is a defect investigation # pe03057.

Brought vehicle in for state safety inspection and was advised that the front and rear brake rotors were rusted and cracking to a point where they had to be replaced, as vehicle had excessive vibration when applying brakes and rotors were beyond repair. The 2002 Silverado had 10,500 miles on it and was still under Chevrolets basic 3 year 36000 mile warranty. Local Chevrolet dealer advised me that this has been a common problem with the Silverado since 1998 and that Chevrolet will not cover the repair under warranty, as it is a result of factors beyond their control. Like water and salt on the roads.

When applying brake in a sudden stop situation a grinding noise could be heard, and the vehicle would experience extended stopping distance. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced both rear rotors, and turned both front rotors. . . Dealer indicated that brake line cut 1/2 inch slits into rotors, causing brakes to fail.

The rear brake rotors would rust/wear prematurely. The rotors have been replaced by the dealership 3 times, but the consumer was still having the same problems. Please provide more information. . . . . Brakes make all kinds of weird noises at low speeds. It sounds like metal to metal. Three replacements of rear disc brakes.

The consumer stated that both front brake rotors wore out prematurely at 25,000 miles, which caused the vehicle to vibrate when braking. The dealer agreed there was excessive wear on the brakes, but was unable to explain why.

Dt: the inside of the brake rotors were rusting and flaking. The first problem was less 10,000 miles and had the rotors had to turned due to rust and flaking. This was on the inside of the rotor. At almost 40,000 miles the back rotors have disintegrated. The consumer is going to get the rotors replaced because they have not been heat hardened enough. This is the 3rd set of brakes in 40,000 miles.

Rotors are deteriorating after only two years.

The brake rotors wore out entirely too quickly. They were poor quality, and the metal rusted as if they were submerged in salt water for a year.

Rear rotors shot after 10,000 miles. Would not pass inspection. Took back to dealer, they machined them down to nothing. Did not replace the rotors. These rotors from the factory must be defective. My mechanic said hes never seen rotors like this in 30 of working. So much for the 3 yr bumper to bumper warranty.

Vehicle experienced brake failure, in which the brakes failed to stop the vehicle immediately when they were depressed. This resulted in extended stopping distance. This failure occurred because the brake rotors warped. The rotors were resurfaced, but the failure recurred within 15,000 miles.