Brake Disc Rotor Problems of Chevrolet Silverado - part 2

My 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has 24000 miles on it and the brakes rotors are showing a high rate of corrosion. This vehicle has had very poor braking since new and could cause a very serious accident. Corroded brake rotors with very limited wear of the brake pads. Rotors wear out before pads. Also the rotors show signs of poor metal quality with high corrosion even pitting all over the braking surface. At this time I am working with gm to warranty the brakes due to corrosion not wear. This should be a safety concern, since the brakes could just fall apart.

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Rear disk break rotors rusted and flaking away. After 40,000 miles <20% of the rotor surface is making contact with the break pads.

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.

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: 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.

The consumer received NHTSA recall 05v161000 and gm recall 05042 concerning parking brake failure. The dealership told the consumer that if they had to take the rotors off the truck they were damaged the consumer would have to pay to have them fixed or buy new rotors. The dealership told the consumer that the rotors were about $400. 00 to be repaired. The consumer has not been in contact with manufacturer. The consumer called and got the recorded message.

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The consumer owns a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. The stated that his brake rotors were failing prematurely. The found on the NHTSA website that there are other complaints with the same type of problem. The current mileage is 49,000. The brake pads are not even worn down but the rotors are completely shot. The consumer is awaiting a phone call from the dealer's service manager. If someone were to not check there brakes this could be a very serious safety defect if gone without notice.

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1999 Chevrolet Silverado developed braking problems. The consumer had difficulty stopping the vehicle without excessive pedal pressure, shaking, chattering, growling and other miscellaneous strange noises. The consumer was informed the rear rotors needed to be replaced because of corrosion and delamination.

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Rear brake rotors warped at 15500 miles. Could feel vibration when applying brakes. Chevrolet dealership turned down rotors and reinstalled old brake pads. When I questioned the rotors warping with this low mileage, turning down the rotors instead of replacement and reuse of the used brake pads I was advised that this was all that gm authorized to fix the problem.

My rear rotor on my 2003 Silverado ss with 41,000 miles is rusting/cracking away causing my pads to dig grooves into rotor. Pads have another 40,000 miles left on them. The warranty ran out at 36,000. Should gm be held responsible for the defective rotor?.

Front and rear brake rotors rusting on 2000 chevy silerado 4x4. Dealer replace rear only last year. I wanted all 4 replaced then. Just had a close call with stopping distance. Inspected brakes and found rear rotor rusted completely and front inside of rotors rust.

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).

Wheels on 2000 chevy Silverado were squelling and chirping while driving. Truck has 54,000 miles on it. Took truck to brake specialist who found all rotors and calipers badly rusted. 2 calipers were frozen up. They advised gm used rotors w/o chromium in them to retard rust. Parts are being repaired at this time. Estimated repairs just under $1900. 00. I have asked for the parts to be given to me. Updated 12/22/05.

I own a 2003 Chevrolet Silverado that has the problem with the anti-lock brakes activating at low speeds because of rust around the sensors. It also has a problem with the brake rotor braking surface rusting and pitting so bad in two years that the rear brake pads were only making 50% contact with the brake rotor causing a loss of braking performance. Your current investigation does not include 2003 vehicles and needs to be expanded.

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.

During a routine inspection the inspector informed consumer about rusted rear brake rotors. Consumer did not notice any problems with the vehicle. The rotors had been repaired.

I have a 2000 chevy Silverado with 42,000 miles and my brake rotors are severely rusted. This is an unsafe condition and clearly a defect in metallurgy. I am astounded to find thru my dealer (midway chevy olds) that gm is not standing behind this defect. I found through web research that many other owners had the same problem.

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.

Consumer was coming from a road trip. During this trip he noticed that brakes failed. He then took the vehicle to get serviced. They told him that rear rotors rusted. No injuries reported.

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 rotors had to be replaced because of premature deterioration. The consumer contacted the dealer and the manufacturer, and there was nothing they could do. The steel was bad.

While applying the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop completely. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the rotors and brakes needed to be replaced. Please provide further details.

The rear brake rotors were pitted and throwing the brakes shoes off. The rotors and shoes were replaced. The dealership indicated that this is becoming a common problem with these vehicles.

Faulty rotors on 2001 chevro Silverado. I have 50,000 miles on my truck no towing or plowing. Just every day use. It appears that the rotors are severly pitted. I had to replace the brake pads at 38,000 miles originally. I've never had a vehicle wear out pads this early. I've seen other complaints on the internet about this problem but no recall notice? I've had vehicles with 100,000 miles on it with the rotors looking like new. The seem's to be a problem with the material used in these rotors. Could you let me know if there is a recall.

The rear brake rotor deteriorated prematurely. As a result, the consumer experienced extended stopping distance .

While applying the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop completely. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to a dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the rotors needed to be replaced. The rotors corroded at very low mileage. There was front and rear brake pulsation. Both front and rear brake rotors were replaced along with the front and rear brake pads.

Vehicle would shimmy when braking 60-65 mph, the consumer stated all four rotors had disintegrated and none of the pads showed any sign of wear.

The consumer took vehicle to dealer for brake inspection, and was informed that the rotors were completely rusted. The consumer contacted the manufacturer, and was told that warranty expired, and there was nothing they could do. Also, the vehicle had only 37,000 miles since the brakes were serviced, and the rotors were completely destroyed. The brake pads were worn and the front were severely blackened. The power brakes and the power steering pump failed.

While applying the brake pedal the brakes failed. Vehicle failed to stop completely and continued to accelerate. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that the rear rotors needed to be replaced.

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.

Consumer was driving at approximately 55 mph and had to apply the brakes. Heard noises coming from rear of vehicle when this happened. The rear brakes locked up. . Read more...