Brake Electric Antilock problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

Eight problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 based on all problems reported for the 2002 Silverado 2500.

1 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 05/15/2010

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. While braking from the speeds of 8 mph, the anti lock brakes engaged and caused an unusual increase in stopping distance and time. The contact located a recall for the failure however, the dealer advised the recall was limited to specific states only. The contacts VIN was not included in the recall. A diagnostic was performed which determined the failure to be caused by the right abs sensor. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 84,000.

2 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 06/13/2008

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd. While driving approximately 20 mph and approaching a stop sign, the antilock braking system began to pulsate when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was unable to stop and the failure persisted. The contact took the vehicle to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that the failure was due to corrosion of the antilock brake system. She was informed that there was a recall for this specific component and was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer stated that her VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). The manufacturer confirmed that the vehicle was excluded and stated that they were not liable for the repairs. The current mileage was 38,000 and failure mileage was 37,000.

3 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 10/30/2007

The brake problem occurs at slow speeds and the anti-lock brakes engage at the wrong time, requiring a greater distance to stop.

4 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 08/27/2007

2002 Chevrolet k2500hd , the anti-lock brakes activated at slow speeds during gentle braking. Same trouble as described in NHTSA campaign # 05v379000 / chevy recall # 05068. I have the same symptoms as described in this document but my dealer and the gm cust. Serv. Line both advise that my truck is not included in the recall.

5 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 07/07/2007

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd. While applying the brakes at 5 mph, the brake pedal would pulse and grind. Two to three seconds later, the vehicle would stop. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA recall number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). The current mileage was 22,000 and failure mileage was 21,000. Updated 02-01-08 updated 02/01/08.

6 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 06/15/2007

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd. When the vehicle comes to a stop, the antilock braking system activates. However, the vehicle rolls approximately five more feet before coming to a complete stop. The contact's VIN is excluded from recall # 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). The current mileage is 125,000 and failure mileage was 100,000.

7 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 10/05/2006

: the contact stated the abs was not functioning at low speeds which became progressively worse. There was a NHTSA recall #05v379000 pertaining to service brakes, hydraulic:antilock. The dealer was contacted, and determined the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The manufacturer was also contacted, and confirmed the vehicle was not included in the recall.

8 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 08/10/2006

Antilock brakes are activated every time I use my brakes. My truck needs longer stopping distances to come to a complete stop. I almost got into a major accident. There is a recall on 1999-2002 chevy silverado anti-lock brakes in my state of michigan but I have not received a notice and gm says I will not get one. I own a 2002 silverado.




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