Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problems of the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 - part 2

I was traveling on a cross country trip towing a 35 foot camper. I went to apply the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. I used the camper brakes to come to a stop. I took the truck to a nearby garage[in new mexico] where they inspected the brake lines and discovered they were severely rusted one had rusted completely thru. No warning light ever came on at any time during the 3 thousand miles I drove on that trip.

On August 3, 2012 I was driving my 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. At some point when I pressed the brake pedal it went to the very bottom and brakes did not work at all. The situation was very serious, since I was driving on the busy highway, state route 287 in NJ. Fortunately, I was able to slow down the vehicle without an accident. Because I use this vehicle for work, I took it to the auto shop and had it fixed as soon as possible. At the shop I found out that the vehicle is completely rusted underneath and all of my brake lines broke because of it. They had to replace 40 feet of brake lines and refill the brake fluid that was lost as a result of the broken lines. I was also informed by the mechanic that not only the brake lines, but fuel lines are rusted too. All of that has to be replaced. Moreover, the vehicle?s springs and chassis are rusted too. I was told that the vehicle needs a special protective coating underneath to avoid that it falls apart. At this time I'm talking to GMC company regarding my issue, which does not mean that they will cover my expenses or repair the vehicle on recall basis. I've been told that they will do the investigation, and will contact me soon. I feel responsible to report such an unfortunate situation, so it will be investigated further, in order for others to avoid any accidents or deaths.

While parking, brake lines burst, almost pinned a person between my track and their parked car - probably would,have only broke legs/hips. Upon inspection, all brake lines were severely rusted. All brake lines in the entire truck needed to be replaced (used stainless steel). Upon investigation, saw this happened to millions of other chevy tracks, some involving crashes.

Rear ended a lady and her baby yesterday after hitting the brakes only to find them go to the floor and had no brakes. Brake lines are excessively rusted and one burst. After talking to alot of people this seems to be very common on early 2000 gm trucks. Just looked at my wives 2002 yukon and its worse than my truck.

Brake lines rotting out under my drivers door on my 2002 silverado ,never saw so much rust in my life and I live in a fairly war climate,dealing wanting 1500. 00 to replace ,there area lot of other owners complaining about this ,,,someone will get killed because of this. . . .

Experienced complete brake failure without any warning lights due to rusted brake lines. The placement of the antilock brake controller three feet behind the drivers side tire at the top of frame and no apparent corrosion protection seems to have caused this to happen.

Brake lines were corroded and ruptured leaving the vehicle without brakes. Vehicle left the road and ended up in the ditch narrowly missing trees. By shear luck this failure did not involve braking in town or to slow down in traffic.

Rusted hole in brake line.

The original factory brake lines rusted through in various places. The main line to the rear runs concealed from view and rusted, the lines going into the abs module are located in an area that develops corrosion too. My brake pedal felt week and went to the floor as the result of the brake line failure, luckily no one was injured . The brake line failure cost me a weekend trip that I had to use the truck for, at least a $2,000 loss plus the expenditure for the repairs.

Complete brake failure when I applied the brakes to stop. All brake lines coming out of the block by the driverside front door are rusted beyond recognition. Rear break line failure occurred in 2010 same brake line condition. I keep my truck clean and do not off road with it.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd. While approaching a stop sign the contact depressed the brake pedal but the brakes would not respond. The contact was able to stop the vehicle by applying excessive force. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the brake lines were corroded and fractured. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The failure mileage was 100,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that all the brake lines were rusted and corroded. While driving 15 mph and depressing the brakes, they went all the way to the floorboard. A mechanic inspected the brakes who advised that the brake lines would need replacing. The brake lines were not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 915,000. Updated 10/26/11 updated 10/28/11.

Upon applying the brakes, the brake pedal "dropped" to the floor and all braking was lost. Driver was able to downshift and use the emergency brake to stop safely. Upon investigation of the failure, the steel brake lines located below the drivers seat, under the cab, were found to be heavily corroded and ruptured due to the corrosion causeing a complete loss of braking power.

Steel brake line rusted out & leak while trying to stop pulling a trailer when trying to stop at stop sign all lines rusted out. I am a auto mechanic and have 3 Chevrolet trucks with rusted lines + a Chevrolet cavalier car with rusted lines also all at the same time!.

I was moving my 2002 chevy Silverado 2500 hd from its normal parking spot to hook up to out towable RV. While aligning to the RV suddenly the brake pedal hit the floor. I noticed 2 more brake lines have ruptured. Yes 2 more, I have already replaced 2 brake lines. As of August 14 2011 I have written an email to Chevrolet as my vehicle sits in the driveway with ruptured, rusted brake lines. I do not even want to imagine the consequences of a ruptured brake line while empty or towing our RV at normal driving speeds. I truly feel my family's life is at risk in this vehicle. Furthermore I can speculate that the resale value has been effected. Morally I could not sell this vehicle knowing there is a major safety issue looming.

Vehicle exhibited hard starting for a few days, and then was found with a large puddle of fuel under it in the morning, and was continuing to leak. Upon inspection, all steel fuel lines, at every point of connection, and at every brace, have thick, scaly, flaking rust. The corrosion is severe. In most locations, nearing the point of failure, and in at least one spot, resulted in a pin hole leak, with a significant quantity of fuel leaking onto the vehicle and the ground. The steel brake lines were also found to have a similar degree of corrosion, and will probably fail in the near term.

2002 chevy silverado hd brake lines rusting.

Tl- the contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd. While driving 35 mph towing a wave runner, the contact applied pressure to the brakes when they did not stop the vehicle, causing him to crash into another vehicle from the rear. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic who inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the brake lines failed due to corrosion on the driver side of the frame. The private mechanic removed and replaced the brake lines, unions and brake fluid. The manufacturer was aware of the failure. The current mileage was 129,979. The approximate failure mileage was 129,779. A police report was available. Bw.

Brake lines rusted out a hole there are 4 lines grouped on the frame at 67000miles 2 lines rusted out and at 131000 miles 2 more rusted out both times . Complete loss of brakes pushes fliuid out used emergency brake to stop 2 time almost rearended a car swerved right to avoid collision. Have 2004 hd 2500 with same condition s at 48000 miles . Chevrolet needs to make this right to people .

Main brake line for rear axle failed. Causing dimished braking ability and partial loss of vehicle control entering corner. Causing my truck to enter on coming traffic lane until control was regained. Examination revealed rear brake line failed along frame rail above gas tank. Brake lines appear to be very corroded. I have been told I must replace all the brake lines as they are all corroded.

Complete brake line failure as a result of loss of brake fluid due to extensive brake line corrosion. Brakes failed during normal driving conditions on I-78 in northern NJ. Symptoms included brake pedal going "to the floor", as well as greatly reduced braking effectiveness. This is the second failure of this type on this vehicle. The first occurred on 1/24/2007, and is covered under NHTSA report odi #10180807. This new failure was repaired by the dealer, konner Chevrolet, in west caldwell, NJ.

Brake lines rupture and brakes fail. I've had this happen three times and in researching this problem have seen on-line that it's quite common with my brand of truck.

Hydraulic brake line going to rear of of truck failed due to heavy exterior corrosion. Truck is a 3/4 ton crew cab with an eight foot bed. The point of failure was near where line crosses to top of frame near a loomed wire harness approximately under rear door of cab. All brake lines on the truck are heavily corroded.

2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500hd 4x4 had complete brake failure on 3/7/2011. It appears all brake lines are severally coroded and leaking in multiple locations. Truck is used for personal use and not commercial. It does not plow snow and we live in zip code 20197. The incident luckily happened in the drive way and there was not an accident. Mike stup 703. 623. 3796.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500hd. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the rear brakeline separated from the vehicle. The contact was able to bring the vehicle to a stop by switching gears and putting on the emergency brake. The vehicle was towed away due to the severity of the damage. The vehicle was inspected by the and found that there was corrosion on the rear brakeline which caused it to fracture. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 152,000. The VIN was unavailable.

2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd ext. Cab short bed 85,000 miles sudden failure of rusted steel brake lines. Happened at a stand still-no accident. No VIN# available as truck is in the shop.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd. While driving approximately 10 mph, the contact applied the brakes but the vehicle did not stop and was involved in a crash. A police report was filed but no injuries were reported. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the contact was told the brake lines failed due to severe corrosion. The brake lines were replaced. The failure mileage was 86,000 and the current mileage was 86,500. Updated 02/14/11 updated 03/14/11 updated 03/29/11 updated 03/30/11.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd. Upon entering the vehicle he stepped on the brake pedal and the pedal depressed to the floor. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where he was informed that the brake lines were corroded. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The failure and current mileages were 70,000.

2002 chevy silverado ,brake hydraulic lines failed coming to a stop,found line failure due to excessive rust corrosion to brake lines above left frame rail . As I am a auto technician for Chrysler and not have seen such rust on brake lines unless vehicle has 200,000 miles or so. This vehicle only has 36,000 miles . I feel that the material the lines are made out of are inferior raw materials. I have replaced the lines that were leaking and plan to replace the rest at some time making them my self with something that may hold up better to my seat belt location. With that said if general motors decides to wake up and recalls the brake lines I would appreciate some restitution,I noticed like me many people have experienced the same issues and had there vehicles repaired and were reimbursed for their troubles.

Without warning my 2002 chevy 2500hd lost it's brakes almost causing an accident. I found that the brake lines had rusted under the left wheel well. I called chevy and they stated that it was not a known issue. They refused to help or discuss the issue with me. I asked to speak to a supervisor and the told me that there was no one else I could speak to. After doing some research online I found that it has been widely reported.

Failed brake line major rust chevy 2002 Silverado 2500hd mechanic says to replace all lines due to faulty lines.

Brake line following frame along driver's side ruptured causing hissing and loss of brake fluid around the rear wheel well. Brake line corroded. Pedal went to the floor with no braking to stop the vehicle. Slowed with loss of momentum and pumping the brake pedal.

Brake line ruptured while pulling an RV.

I am the original owner of a 2002 chevy 2500hd pickup with 65,000 miles. I experienced a total failure of the brake system on 28 Aug 2010 due to a ruptured brake line. The leaking line was in the vicinity of the driver's door and all lines were heavily corroded. Leak was large enough to fully drain the brake fluid reservoir. Failure happened while parking truck at home. No accident occurred, but I was lucky. This failure could have caused a fatal accident. Repair of this defect will require replacement of all brake lines on the truck. In my opinion, the root cause of this brake failure is a poor choice of materials (plain steel) for the brake lines. Chevy should have used a corrosion resistant material.

Complete corrosion of brake line and failure of brakes.