general problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - part 1

The emergency brake does not work properly. It automatically comes on while I am driving almost causing me to have a accident. Please, fix!!!!.

Abs kicks in constantly at low speeds in dry conditions. This causes longer stopping distances. The abs grinds or vibrates interfering with normal braking situations. Many near miss collisions at low speeds. The manufacturer should be responsible and replace all the abs sensors. I purchased this truck brand new in 2002.

The throttle cable makes contact and rub through the flexible pressurized fuel line creating a pinhole leak of natural gas. I smell gas inside cab. Causes check engine light to come on.

Hard break lines are fully corroded and need full replacement after a break line failure. Low mileage vehicle, currently 65k, vehicle has been in mild climate of nc and SC since 2002 where snow and salt is infrequent. Never driven in coastal area. Only recently driven across country, where failure occurred. Thankfully at slow speeds.

Abs kicks in at low speed.

Abs system will activate when applying brakes without cause such as a wet surface.

When we bought truck I checked VIN and only the tailgate recall came up but listed my truck being a chevy 800 model, well couple weeks ago our truck wouldn't brake while parking making a left into a restaurant and the truck wouldn't stop and hit the restaurant window!!! when I checked just our exact vehicle 15 plus recalls came up with this particular defect listed, please help advise. Thank the parkerd.

While slowing down coming to a stop - no brakes. Checked everything. Suspect power booster. This started slowly about three weeks ago. Today it actually would not stop and I almost hit the fire hydrant.

Takata recall - have been stranded numerous times as it has appeared to be the fuel pump not getting gas to start the car. Sometime can hear pump running as I have replace 3-4 pumps since 2012 or 13. Some time beating under tank helps. There seem to be numerous complaints about this problem. Security light flashing and start sometime when it is reset. Sounds wonderful when it runs. Can it be the computer? towed to a safe location after not starting and diagnostic technician show 10% fuel pressure. I parked went in to make a payment at a business and would not start for 4 days.

Tl the contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While the vehicle was approaching a stop sign, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard when it was depressed. The driver had to apply force to stop the vehicle, which had still gone through the stop sign due to the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was excluded from the brake system recall. There were more than 20 tsbs on the brake system; however, the manufacturer provided no solution to repair the vehicle. The failure mileage was not available.

I was driving at low speed on a street that is 25mh as I break to stop at the stop sign my abs activated. Almost caused me a serious accident because I couldn't stop so I had to break so hard my but was actually off of the seat. And this continues to happen so now I have to take the abs fuse out to deactivate my abs.

Experiencing unwanted abs activation at low speeds on dry roads when slowing down and/or stopping, with or with out pressing on the breaks.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 hd. While the vehicle was being serviced by an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that there was severe corrosion to the brake and fuel lines. The vehicle was repaired. A local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 28,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving approximately 7 mph, the anti-lock brake system activated and pulsated until the vehicle stopped. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the failure started intermittently approximately three weeks ago and has become worse. The failure occurred daily. The vehicle was not diagnosed by an independent mechanic or a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

The fuel lines rust away and start leaking fuel badly. All lines have to be replaced. The rust on this truck is unbelievable. Gm will not stand behind the product. The rocker panels all rusted out as well. The frame is rusting out. These truck are just rust buckets.

1st incident - vehicle in motion at low speed, anti-lock brakes activate and prevent vehicle from stopping, ran into garage door 2nd incident - after 1st incident, car shop replaced abs module. Same situation. Vehicle in motion at low speed, anti-lock brakes activate and prevent vehicle from stopping, ran into car in parking lot.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 2 mph, the low speed abs engagement increased the stopping distance and the contact could not stop the vehicle. The contact almost crashed into the garage door but was able to stop the vehicle before a crash occurred. The contact released the brake pedal and re-applied pressure to the accelerator pedal in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,652.

Fuel and break lines completely rusted out. Fuel line broke while replacing fuel filter. Necessitated replacement of entire fuel line system. Break line broke while driving around same time losing all breaking functions. Needed to turn off road and kill motor to stop. All break lines need replacement. I spent $2500 fixing.

One of the rear brakes stopped working while driving.

Brakes pulsating at low speed trying to stop almost hit another car in front of me.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving, the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to stop the vehicle. As a result, the contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was taken to an unknown independent mechanic who informed the contact that the abs control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to stewart Chevrolet (780 serramonte blvd, colma, CA 94014) where the contact was informed about an unknown manufacturer recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not being repaired per the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 133,475.

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled to the floor board without warning. The failure recurred three times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not provided. The approximate failure mileage was 125,000. Ak.

While approaching a stop sign I applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. No warning of any kind. Lucky for me no traffic was coming.

Recall 05v379000 related to low speed activation of the abs braking system while my vehicle is operated was performed in 2006 on my vehicle. This has not fixed the issue as low speed activation of the abs system is occuring now. I have contacted Chevrolet corporation (GMC) and asked to have the recall protocol performed again. They refuse. I spoke with kimberely from NHTSA and she advised me to file a complaint if GMC refused to take responsibility for this defect. Phone confirmation # 868194.

I was driving in appomattox va when I step on break I had no breaks. Two of lines had bust.

While attempting to stop the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, the anti-lock brakes activated at about 5 mph and caused total loss of braking control. Unable to stop, the silverado crashed directly into an advertising sign. There was minimal damage to the silverado, moderate damage to the advertising sign, and no injuries to the driver or two children. Follow-up after the accident revealed that activation of the anti-lock braking system (abs) is a known issue and part of a gm recall (NHTSA campaign number: 05v379000).

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received a recall notification for the brakes on the vehicle. The vehicle was repaired. After the recall repair was performed, the brakes pulsated when applied. The dealer stated that the failure was due to an aftermarket wheel bearing. The contact stated that the brakes worked exceptionally well prior to the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure; however the contact was not offered a remedy. The NHTSA campaign number was unknown. The failure mileage was 130,000.

Issue with the abs brakes. Sometimes the abs kicks in and doesnt allow you to stop.

Corded brakeline pumped out fluid and lost brakes.

Started to leave house to go grocery shopping, started vehicle applied brake to out auto into gear, brakes pedal went to the floor, check fluid level was o. K. Recheck braking, same result, no brakes. After checking notice signs of brake fluid at areas beneath vehicle at driver door. Called for tow truck the following morning. If I had gotten to hywy. Us 1. And this problem happen, I fear there would have been a terrible accident involving myself, or others. Waiting for word from auto shop of what the problem could be. This is very serious safety issue with this and other trucks.

My vehicle was in 4 wheel drive as I was leaving a parking lot and entering a highway. The vehicle was only traveling about 5 mph. I applied the brake but the vehicle did not stop. I then pressed the brake pedal with both feet and there was a noise and then the abs brake system started to stop the vehicle. I was just able to stop before rolling out onto a very busy highway. I took the pick-up to the chevy dealership and had it checked out. After several people drove it, it was determined there are no problems. I have owned this pick-up since the fall of 2001 purchasing it new. This pick-up may have a problem with the abs brakes. I have driven all 113,563 miles in this truck and I know the vehicle. There is definitely something wrong with the braking system.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet silverado1500 hd. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph, the abs engaged independently and prevented the contact from stopping the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and refused to provide any assistance since the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 140,000 and the current mileage was 145,000.

While driving in normal traffic, I was preparing to stop at a red light with vehicles ahead of me. Upon applying brakes from approx 30 mph, I was able to brake like normal, until approx 5-10 mph, when the abs kicked on for no reason, sending my truck within inches from striking another motorist in front of me. It continued to do this for about 3 miles until I arrived home.

2002 Chevrolet silverado. Abs issue. Driving at less than 10mph, abs pump was engaged and I was barely able to stop the vehicle, I had to use parking brake and downshift in order to get my vehicle to stop. I was within one car length from striking another car on the road. Abs is constantly running and kicks in at lower speeds. Very unsafe.

Went to put on brakes and nothing found that they have rusted through and not from rubbing or clamps. Was able to keep from hitting another car.