Four problems related to brake sensor have been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. She received recall 05v379000 notice for a 2001 Chevrolet silverado regarding the abs system. The contact stated that the 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is experienced the same abs brake problem as indicated in the recall. When the brakes were applied it seemed as if the abs system was kicking in, and there was extended stopping distance. It did not matter what the road conditions were this would happen even on dry roads. The service dealer did stated that the sensor in the vehicle needed to be replaced. The manufacturer has not been contacted.
Faulty abs system with sensor caused loss of braking capability at slow speeds resulting in extended stopping distance. Nlm.
Abs engages at slow speed in normal driving conditions and occasionally following braking when cornering. Decrease in braking distance also noticed as it feels as if slipping occurs in brakes. Grinding noise also attendant to this situation. Dealer service replaced sensor and hub assembly. Brakes had been replaced previously at 70,000 miles, which I consider too early on this vehicle.
Consumer complaint regarding 1997 Suburban braking malfunctions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that two sensors were needed because the current ones were corroded. The consumer experienced the same symptom as described in the recall for the 1998-2002 vehicles.