Air Brake Disc Rotor Problems of Chevrolet Suburban

I had to have all 4 rotors replaced at 40,000 miles. They were full of rust and down to the metal. Most of my miles are highway and this repair was expensive.

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We experienced problems with the brakes on our 2000 Suburban last fall and took it in for work. We were told the rear rotors were completely rusted and would need replacement, and the front rotors required significant machining to repair. The brakes still weren't right, and we noticed the antilocks were kicking in even on slow dry stops. The dealer discovered the antilock unit was defective and replaced it. We've begun noticing 'grabbiness' in the brakes and took it back in. After only 10,000 miles since putting new rear rotors on, we again need new rotors. The first time we were told trucks from the northeast (we bought it at an upstate NY dealer) always needed new rotors because of all the salt. The truck has maybe been in NY for 20% of its lifespan. This most recent time we were asked if we had been trailing a boat in the outer banks. We were charged $800 the first time to repair this and now, 10,000 miles later we're being charged another $1200.

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Rotors rusted, pitted, corroded at only 10,000 miles; 15 months old. All turned, but were under specifications, so dealer had to replace (under warranty).

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Vehicle has been to dealer numerous times. Vibration/shaking noted, however unable to identify and correct. Vehicle has had 3 sets of tires, l front and rear axels replaced, brake rotors turned 4 times, and 2 batteries.

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Brake rotors have become warped twice now, first time at 5000 miles the second at 13000 miles. At 15000 miles it now needs new brake pads. The engine computer will not let the engine idle down until you have come to a stop. This makes the vehicle very hard to stop and hard to control on slippery pavement. Very unsafe. Dealer says it checks out ok on both the brakes and engine idle problem. 95% of my driving is on interstate highways, thus seldomly using the brakes!.

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