Table 1 shows four common parking brake related problems of the 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. The number one most common problem is related to the parking brake (40 problems). The second most common problem is related to the conventional parking brake (four problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Parking Brake problems | |
| Conventional Parking Brake problems | |
| Parking Brake Indicator Light problems | |
| Mechanical Parking Brake problems |
The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. Upon inspection of the vehicle, the emergency brake did not function and the vehicle failed inspection. There is an open and closed investigation regarding this failure. The VIN and investigation number were unknown. The failure mileage was 68,000. Read details...
Parking brake, failure to disengage or indicate that the brake was engaged, leading to wear of the rear rotor/drum, and requiring replacement. Replaced once, only to have it happen again. Parking brake was a safety feature that should be subject to recall. Read details...
The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. When the contact started the vehicle, the light that indicates the parking brake is activated was not illuminated. The gear was shifted into drive and the vehicle began to drift while the emergency brake was still applied. Read details...