105 problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact complained that the abs brakes engaged at low speeds. The vehicle was taken to a gm dealer, who noted there was a problem with the anti lock brakes. This vehicle was not included in NHTSA recall 05v379000 due to VIN although it experienced the same problem as indicated in the recall. The vehicle was being repaired at contact's expense.
The contact states there is a NHTSA recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due VIN. There have been no repairs made to the vehicle.
The contact states there is NHTSA recall campaign 05v379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. No repairs have been made.
My Suburban has a problem with the abs braking system kicking in unwarranted at slow speeds-at stop signs, pulling in driveway, generally speeds of 5 mph or less. Stopping is sometimes very difficult. This is becoming a danger. There is a recall of these vehicles because of this. 1999-2002 chevy Suburbans. My vehicle VIN-1999 Suburban is not in there for coverage- why?.
The contact stated this vehicle was having the same abs problem as mentioned in recall 05v379000. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall. Between 3-10 mph the abs will activate. This causes extended stopping distance. There have been no corrections made to the vehicle at this time.
Pe05020 - recall for anti lock brakes - 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. My vehicle is experiencing these symptoms and seem to be getting worse. I have notified Chevrolet and they say my vehicle is not included. They say I should go and get it fixed and if they recall mine I can get reimbursed if I save my receipts.
: the contact stated while slowing down to 20 mph on dry roads during normal braking, the antilock brakes activated without warning. The dealership was notified of the problem.
Failure of anti- lock braking system. . Same as explained in the recall listed for GMC sierra's 1999.
While at low speed and often ready to park my vehicle, the breaks no longer work.
I have a 1999 chevy tahoe that is having the same anit-lock issues that is described in NHTSA #: 05v379000. Why didn't you include the 99s along with 2000-2002 models? this problem first stated last year. I thought I had midas fix it and now the same problem is recurring again. At slow speeds when I press the brakes the anti-lock brakes do not work properly.
The contact states the abs activated at low speeds. The stopping distance for the vehicle was longer because of the abs activation. This has been occurring for approximately a year. The vehicle has been to a local mechanic but no corrections have been made at this time. This happened every time the vehicle was driven. Updated 10/17/2006 - the abs activated while the consumer was pulling into driveway of home. This resulted in the vehicle crashing into the home's garage door.
When parking the Suburban, the brakes pushed through, the abs came on and they would not stop the car. We hit a cement light post, causing damage to the front bumper and the front of the vehicle amounting to over $1,000. 00. Took the Suburban to have the abs brakes checked and corrected. Was corrected and the same problem is occurring. Anytime we are traveling at a slow speed and try to stop or are stopping at red lights, stop signs, going down a hill, the abs brakes come on and the vehicle is very difficult to stop.
Abs system on vehicle engaged without cause. Local service station fixed the problem and said build-up of salt and soils was responsible. Newest recall announcement of effected vehicles does not list my 1999 Chevrolet Suburban as covered under the recall. This seems to be clearly a problem because I continue to have the same problem.
In November of 2003 I was traveling slowly in stop and go traffic on i66 outside washington DC. The roadway was dry. I allowed a couple of car lengths to stop if needed. The cherokee in front of me stopped quickly so I braked aggresively even though we were traveling at less than 15 mph. My brake pedal shot back up from the floor and when I re-applied it, the abs pulsing began and the vehicle refused to stop. My vehicle rolled into the rear of the cherokee despite my full pressure on the brake pedal and what should have been plenty of stopping distance for the speed.
Unwanted abs activation at slow speed on my 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. This is exactly what is decribed in NHTSA campaign id number : 05v379000 (gm #05068) on 2000 model year Suburbans. I called chevy and asked if they would fix my 1999 and they refused, I took it to the dealer and paid to have the exact same procedure done on my car as described in the recall for newer models. This is a definite safety issue as stopping is almost impossible when this happens. My concern is twofold, 1. Why isn't there a recall on any model that this happens to and 2. Even with the "cleaning" that they did, this problem will resurface again on my vehicle since it is due to corrosion so I will be in danger in the future.
The consumer stated he heard a pumping noise from the abs and at slow speeds the vehicle would not stop. The customer has had the vehicle in for repairs several times. No light comes on prior to the failure.
This vehicle has had numerous brake jobs done at fenton motors. When using the brakes the vehicle will pull to the right. We have had the vehicle in over seven times to fix the brakes. The brakes will work for awhile and then the same problems will happen again. Fentons have not been very helpful with this problem and this vehicle should be lemoned. I would hate for some new owner to have the same problem and possible to kill someone or be killed because of the brakes.
Abs braking system locks up while traveling on highway. Dealership is aware of problem.
We contacted the dealer due to the brakes locking up and sounding bad after they became wet. The brakes were said be be fine and not in need of repair. We have complained about the braking system since we leased this SUV. We contacted Chevrolet at their customer 1 800 number and talked to a ms. Lopez. We were told that the brakes on the 99 Suburban are within national standards but their has been complaints about them. I would like to add my name to this growing list of complaints about the safety and integrity of the braking system on the 1999 Chevrolet Suburbans.
When brakes were applied at 35mph pedal went to floor, resulting in extended stopping distance, and causing a collision which resulted in minorproperty damage. Dealer has performed 9 brake jobs prior to incident. Manufacturer has been notified. Chevrolet has agreed to repurchase vehicle.
Intermittently when brakes are applied pedal is normal. However, vehicle experiences extended stopping distance. Dealer has inspected vehicle, and has not been able to duplicate or correct problem.
At 973 miles vehicle has been experiecing ongoing problem with vibration when applying brakes. Vehicle been in dealer shop on several occasions and problem still reoccurring. Sometime brakes hang up and smoke when applying.
While driving vehicle lost brakes after applying them to slow down. Was tenth time problem has happened. Had rearended another vehicle at 25mph. Mechanic could not resolve issue. When vehicle was towed, tow driver noticed problem with brakes. Been to two different dealership, problem has not been resolved.
Intermittently when brakes are applied pedal goes to floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has inspected and repaired vehicle several times. However, problem still exists.
Brakes were wearing out too fast, barely 6000 miles before she had to get them replaced.
Consumer applied brakes and pedal went all the way down to the floor. Brakes felt like a sponge. Vehicle didn't stop at will, and there was hesitations.
Vechicle continued to pull and drift to right even when crown of road is falling to the left. Problem while braking did not occur while appyling normal braking pressure during normal stop. However on the day of my accident I applied normal pressure and the old problem reoccured drifting to the right and then while applying excessive brake pressure the steering jerkrd to the right causing me to hit the truck ahead of me. . Car e l moesbra.
When applying brakes the pedal goes all the to the floor, pedal is soft. This incident happened intermittently. She was traveling on the highway and another vehicle jumped in front of her ,and she couldn't stop in time. And was hit from behind.
Brakes poor; after a week front disk squeeled, dealer repaired; returned several times to inspect brakes and dealer adjusted rear brakes to closest to drum tolerance; said dust collecting must be cleaned out every 6000 miles.
Defective abs system causes the steering wheel to pull to the right, during application. Yh.
When brake pedal was applied it went to floor , brakes did not respond. This had to be repeated several times before brakes responded. Dealer has been contacted. The vehicle had been to the dealer 3 more times for brakes squeeling.
When brakes are applied pedal is normal, but steering wheel vibrates and the vehicle experiences extended stopping distance. Dealer has inspected the vehicle and turned the front rotors and drums.
While driving braking system malfunctioned, causing the wheels to lock up and vehicle to stop abruptly, resulting in occupant going forward hard which may have resulted in injuries. Dealer could not determine the cause of the problem.
While driving on highway coming into the city, applied brakes and pulled to left. Contacted dealer, dealer made the necessary repairs. Presently, it is pulling to the right. Vehicle has been in the shop for seven times for the same problem.
The vehicle pulls when the brakes are applied.