Brake Antilock Wheel Speed Sensor problems of the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the abs warning light illuminated. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing and the mechanic stated that the wheel speed sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 104,000. The VIN was unavailable.

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that he attempted to stop the vehicle but once the vehicle reached 3 mph, the brake pedal abnormally traveled to the floorboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where the contact was advised that the wheel speed sensor needed to be removed and cleaned. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The failure mileage was 75,000.

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that whenever he depressed the brake pedal to stop the vehicle at low speeds, the vehicle would not respond. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who cleaned the wheel speed sensor but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified who stated there was an open recall on the vehicle under NHTSA campaign id number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic: antilock). The vehicle was repaired under the recall but the failure recurred. The manufacturer informed the contact they would not repair the vehicle a second time. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was 106,000.

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the speed sensor for the abs was defective; when he applied the brakes, they would pulsate and make a clicking sound. The failure only occurred when he would attempt to completely stop. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer three times and repaired but the failure continued. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that they would contact the dealer and contact him back. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 46,600.

Abs activates at low speeds (less than 10 mph) for no reason causing reduced braking. The problem is caused by a buildup of corrosion, dirt and other materials between the front hub/bearing and wheel speed sensor causing loss of speed sensor signal. The problem was first repaired in 2005 under NHTSA recall campaign number 05v379000 - service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module. The problem recurred again in January 2010 and was repaired again. There was no accident.

Driving at slow speeds and applying the brake to stop the pedal had a chatter feel to it and then the pedal went to the floor and I could not stop. At that time I had to swerve to avoid hitting the vehicle in front of me at the stop light. This has happened a few times. This also happened pulling into a parking lot and the truck jumped the curb and bent my plow mount. I am fortunate to have not hit the vehicle or someone or something else. The most recent time was 3/24/09. I took it to the dealer this morning hoping they can figure out what the problem is. They say it might be the speed sensor, but if it something else like the abs control module that thing costs over $1000 plus labor maybe the manufacturer should look into this if this might also have a problem with this unit.

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving between 1-5 mph, the vehicle fails to stop immediately when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle appears to have lost total brake power while driving at low speeds. The failure has occurred twice within the last couple of days. The dealer stated that the recall repair for NHTSA campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic: anti-lock) had previously been performed. The contact stated that the safety recall repair was basically a cleaning. The failure was not actually repaired and the failure still persists. The current and failure mileages were 160,000. Updated 07/09/08 the consumer stated the problem was the wheel speed sensor. Updated.

I own a 2000 chevy silverado pickup, when I slow down to come to a stop brake pedal goes to the floor and vibrates, drastically increasing my stopping distance. I have had many near miss accidents and slid out into many intersections. I took my truck to a repair garage and they stated my abs brakes were malfunctioning and they have seen the problem with other chevy trucks made that year.

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving 30 mph, the contact applied the brakes and the vehicle did not stop and continued to roll forward and the anti-lock began to pulsate but no braking. He almost crashed into another vehicle. The dealer stated that the front wheel speed sensor failed and disabled the braking system. Both front speed sensors were replaced. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not under warranty and would be unable to assist. The current and failure mileages were 44,000. Updated 01/17/08 updated 01/17/07.

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving 5 mph, the vehicle's stopping distance increased when the brake pedal was depressed. The dealer stated that the wheel speed sensor rusted and was the cause of the failure. They further stated that the wheel speed sensor should be replaced. There is a recall for the service brakes, hydraulic: antilock (NHTSA campaign id number 05v379000); however, the remedy to the recall was performed two years prior to the failure. As of December 28, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 80,000 and current mileage was 117,000. Updated 02-14-08 the consumer stated the defective part needs to be replaced not cleared. Updated 02/14/08.

I received a recall notice in 2006 for the speed sensors on my 2000 silverado. The dealer lubricated the speed sensor. In November 2007 the abs brake activation started again. I took it to the dealer and the day Chevrolet service department said they couldn't get it to occur. It continued to get worse and began to occur frequently when stopping at a red light or parking. In April 2008 I almost wrecked into the car in front of me when parking. I took it in and they replaced the speed sensor. They said this was not covered under the recall. The bill was $442. 23. I could not have my truck unless I paid for it. I escalated it in gm and got a call this morning that said the final ruling from gm is that they will not pay for the speed sensor replacement. They said they already satisfied the recall in April 2006 when they lubricated the sensor. There is no further escalation available.

Tl-the contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated the abs braking system has failed. The brake pulsate and also intermittently stop the vehicle because they sense the road ways was wet when they are dry. The vehicle was taken to the dealer in 2005 in regards to the recall. The NHTSA campaign id number: 05v379000 component: service brakes, hydraulic: antilock. The vehicle was repaired under the recall but the contact stated the failure continued up till now. He disconnected the abs fuse to use the manual braking system because cleaning of the wheel speed sensor mounting surface on the bearings did not work. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who inspected the brake and stated his vehicle was repaired back in 2005 and offered no other assistance. The manufacturer was notified who informed him to take the vehicle back to the dealer for the inspection and repairing of the brake. They offered no other assistance. The failure mileage was 110,000. Mw.

When braking at low speeds the abs would come on and the vehicle would not stop on solid dry pavement. Upon my investigation what I found was the front hub bearing seal rusted out. This caused road salts/water to enter the hub assy. . This then created a rust that gathered on the magnetic abs speed sensor . The gm campaign under NHTSA campaign number: 05v379000 says this is due to an exterior rust issue. This is not what I found ! when the gm procedure to repair this is done , it will fix the problem for a short time because the rusted grease is removed from the sensor tip . I replaced both front hub assy and this is now not a defect . My complaint is that many have reported that , this is a one time fix, so it is my belief gm sold this quick fix to NHTSA to cheap out on the real fix , which is to replace the front hub assy and use seals with a rust resistant metal . It is a lot cheaper to remove the rust off the sensor tip , than to fix the real cause which is a rusted damaged hub assy due to poor metal quality of the grease/hub bearing seal. I have been working on transportation vehicles since 1977 including vehicles with abs braking systems .

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. On several occasions, the contact has experienced failures with the brake system. The initial failure began when he would apply the brakes and the brake indicator would illuminate on the instrument panel. He then heard a grinding noise and the brake pedal would vibrate and extend to the floor. The contact would have to release the brake pedal and then pump the brakes in order for the vehicle to come to a stop. The vehicle was taken to local repair shop and they stated that the brake pads and rotors were failing. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer to have a recall repaired for the speed sensor cable in 2006. Over the next couple of years, the vehicle was taken to the local repair shop to have the brakes inspected because the brake pedal was still grinding and vibrating. The vehicle was inspected and it was determined on several occasions that there were no failures. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop on December 16, 2008 and the mechanic stated that the brake pads and rotors were functional; however, the speed sensor control failed due to corrosion. The vehicle has not been repaired. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed to take the vehicle back to the dealer for inspection. They further stated that no compensation would be made regarding the speed control sensor because it was previously replaced. The failure mileage was 50,000 and current mileage was 84,000. Updated 2/5/09 updated 02/10/09.