Brake Sensor problems of the 1999 Chevrolet Suburban

The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated when the brakes were applied at a low speeds the antilock system came on and caused the brakes to fail. While driving 60 mph the power steering failed. There was a plastic electronic variable orifice ring with wires attached to the steering sensor which caused the steering to be uncontrollable when driving. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer stated that there were no recalls for his VIN on any of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 150,000 and the current mileage was 197,000.

The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that the abs would engage at any speed while driving on dry pavement. The dealer repaired the brakes and sensors. The contact found a recall on the internet regarding the abs, but the vehicle was not included. She feels that the vehicle is unsafe to drive because it is used to transport her child. The current mileage was 96,000 and failure mileage was 85,000.

The abs on our 99 Chevrolet Suburban began kicking in everytime we hit the brakes. We took it in the be diagnosed and was told that there is a recall, campaign number 05v379000, on this issue that covered over a million vehicles including other 99 Chevrolet Suburbans but that our particular VIN number was not included in the recall. We were told that the sensors had rusted and were not recieveing the amps they needed to work properly. The repairs were cleaning the mounting surface, greasing, and replacing the sensors. This diagnosis and the repairs needed were the exact same problem as all the recalled vehicles. We believe our vehicle should be included in this recall. At this point we have not yet had the problem fixed.

The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. The contact is experiencing abs issues. An independent mechanic stated that the sensors needed to be cleaned on the wheel sensor. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock), even though the failures were identical. The failure and current mileages were 140,942. Updated 02/10/09 updated 02/11/09.

1999 Chevrolet Suburban customer states that traffic came to a complete stop and after applying brakes to stop the anti lock brakes came on almost causing a accident* the dealer informed the consumer there were many customers having the same problems with their cars and provided her with a copy of the recall. The consumer then contacted acton to have the car put through a diagnostic test and they came back with a passenger wheel hub. The mechanic stated there was a lot of play in the tire, it was moving side to side. The consumer took the vehicle back to regular mechanic who could not remove the hub. The consumer was informed by her regular mechanic that the bearing and sensor was the problem. The consumer wants to be reimbursed for repairs and also has a service campaign bulletin which she feels relates to her defect.

The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. While driving 5-10 mph, the brake pedal extended to the floor when depressed and the vehicle made a roaring noise. The vehicle became extremely difficult to stop. The dealer stated that the sensors were corroded and the hubs failed. The vehicle was repaired. The current mileage was 60,810 and failure mileage was 50,000. The consumer stated gm refuses to cover this and stated they don't have a recall on this particular issue, however the consumer enclosed the recall information pertaining to the defect. Updated 10/03/07.

Abs brake sensor malfunction.

The contact stated there was NHTSA recall 05v379000 for the abs system, but this vehicle was not included in the recall although the vehicle is experienced the same problems as indicated in the recall. The service dealer said it was the abs sensor that caused the problems. The dealer confirmed the problem was due to corrosion built up on the abs sensor.

When applying brakes at any speed brake pedal springs back, resists. Dealer first replaced brake lines, then determined that problem was a defective brake sensor on the right front wheel.

Also, 7/26/00, brakes pulled more on one side/grinding and smoking/rr return springs stated "weak and premature wear. " at 13, 345 miles, brakes inspected and dealership stated calipers wkd. As per dsgned. At 8662 miles, battery failed. At 14, 681 miles, a/c system inoperable. Manifold hose was crimped and kinked. Hose replaced and system recharged. Grinding in rear reported. Dlrshp. Couldn't duplicate. At 18, 9091 miles, brakes grinding and pulling left; burning smell in a/c unit. Grinding still exisiting in rear of vhcle. Grinding sound in steering column. Hesitation when accelerating. Driver door not locking as vechicle driver door handle was pried (attempted break-in) into and door was damaged durin a/c service 2 mos. Prior. Dealship would not pay for repair and said I would have to pay @ $200. 00. Lf brakes were metal to metal at that time/rear shoes were replaced/front pads replaced/both rotors were machined/lf rotor grooved too deep and replaced/road tested/still pulls left/swapped pads and tires fr. Side to side/vehicle still pulls left/re-built calipers/vehicle still pulls left/swapped rotors, now vehicle pulls right/rt. Side rotor blue from heat/replaced rf rotor/road tested and dlrshp. Stated, "operates normally. " unable to duplicate grinding in drive train or rear braking system per my complaint (again). Evo sensor replaced in power steering system/dlrshp. Could not duplicate hesitation when accelerating. One week later, at 19,000 miles, taken to dlrshp. Due to grinding underneath in rear of vehicle (6th request!!! or more), front end vibrates at 55mph and higher, mad shaking as if vehicle was going to roll when applying brakes going downhill at any speed. I was told repair paprwk would be mailed to me; hv not rcvd it. I have no idea what was done, but it had 2 wks. Worth of brake wk this last time arnd. I picked vhcle up on fri. And on sat, (nxt day), 19,150 mls (aprx. ) a/c unit died. I refuse to pick-up vehicle!!! lemon!!! help!!!!.

Brakes on 1999 chevy Suburban k1500 have been problem since day 1. Dealer ( now defunct) spent much time and money trying to fix. 5 sets of pads, 2 sets of rotors etc. Etc. Vehicle now will not stop below 10 mph unless anti-lock is disabled (pulling fuse) gm has acknowledged problem in similar vehicles as corroded anti-lock sensors but refuses to include this same model, thereby eliminating any fix by them. This known safety issue is causing strife as my wife now refuses to drive a vehicle with questionable brakes. The problem gm faces with anti-lock brakes is a major one and could cost them billions if admitted. Is there any way to get some action on this?.

Was slowing down to approximately 20mph & getting ready to park heard the brake sensor warning sound. Had no brakes after warning system sounded. The brakes failed at 12,000 miles. Brought vehicle in 6/98. Dealership said brakes were not under warranty & would not repair them.