Brake Electric Antilock Problems of Chevrolet Suburban - part 1

Upon stopping the Suburban, the anti-lock braking system kicked in at a low speed resulting in a accident and rear ending the car in front of us. I'm worried for my families safety with this Suburban. Updated 11/07/11.

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The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. While the contact was driving on normal road surfaces approximately 5 mph, pressure was slightly applied to the brake pedal and unexpectedly the abs engaged. The failure occurred whenever driving at low speeds. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 05v379000(service brakes, hydraulic:anti-lock); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 205,000.

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The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. While driving 10 mph and decreasing speed, the anti lock brakes engaged and increased the distance for him to stop the vehicle. The dealer was contacted and stated that his vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure was not diagnosed by the dealer and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 133500 and the current mileage was 134000.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that the abs brakes and the stabilitrak were out of order until the abs control module part becomes available. Part#15234605 has been on back order for over three weeks and each week the dealer added two additional weeks as the availability date. The gm manufacturer was contacted and stated that there was nothing they could do. The contact filed a claim with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 88,000.

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The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 2500. At low speeds, he would depress the brake pedal but the vehicle would not respond accordingly. It seemed that the abs would activate and cause him to move a few feet forward. The abs also increased the stopping distance and almost caused the contact to crash on two occasions. He took the vehicle to the dealer but there were no codes produced. The vehicle has not been repaired to-date. He called the manufacturer and asked if they could include his vehicle in recall 05v379000 but was informed that his model year was not included. The current mileage is approximately 80,300. The failure mileage was approximately 76,000. Updated 2/22/10 updated 05/17/10.

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The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact was driving approximately 30 mp. Pressure was applied to the brakes and the vehicle continued to accelerate. The emergency brake was engaged and the vehicle came to a complete stop. The dealer was notified of the failure. The technician stated the failure was related to the anti-lock brake system and the service repair would be at the owners expense. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 05v379000 (component: service brakes, hydraulic: anti-lock). The VIN was excluded from the recall defect. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was 80,000. The current mileage was 100,000.

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The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated she experiences unwanted anti lock brake system (abs) activation. This can cause increased stopping distances during low-speed brake applications, which could result in a crash. She contacted the dealer in reference to recall # 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic: anti lock). Upon contact the technician stated that because the VIN number was excluded from the VIN range, she was ineligible for a free remedy. No repairs were made. The manufacturer was notified, but no assistance was provided. The failure and current mileages were 108,000.

Antilock brakes erratic operation less than 5 mph.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. Whenever the contact attempted to engage the brake pedal at a low speed he noticed that the abs suddenly activated which also increased the stopping distance. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The current mileage was 130,000. The failure mileage was 115,000.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. While driving between 5-10 mph, the vehicle responded slowly when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact experienced difficulty slowing down the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but was not repaired. The technician stated that the vehicle was previously repaired according to NHTSA campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). Also, there was a recommendation to disconnect the fuse that deactivated the anti-lock system. The recall remedy has not corrected the issue addressed in the safety defect. The failure and current mileages were 98,000. Updated 3/5/09 the consumer rear ended another vehicle at 5 mph when he attempted to stop. Updated 03/10/09.

I have a 2001 chevy Suburban that is also having the dreaded abs issue, abs engages at low speeds and while cornering while braking at low speeds. I notice there is a recall for this problem, but because I live in the northwest, not the midwest or northeast, it does not pertain to me. This is absolute horse caca. I live in a coastal town (salt air= corrosion) also a military area(people move here from the afore mentioned trouble areas). In today's day and age of auto auctions, interstate travel, etc. . . Autos are transferred everywhere. How can gm issue a regional recall? my first occurrence of this issue was last weekend on a road trip with the family. I entered a turning lane to make a left turn into the hotel parking lot, while slowing and then braking for the turn the abs engaged and kept me from stopping for approx 3-4 seconds( a Suburban can travel quite a distance away in 3 seconds even going under 10 mph. The poor girl that was in the turning lane ahead of me must of thought her Honda was about to become recyclable(crunched). Only by the seat of my pants did I avoid a collision. On coming traffic eased and I was able to take evasive actions. (hit the gas and fish tail into the hotel parking lot, stopping only by hitting a snow bank! I have a appointment with the shop Friday to have it fixed. Even better, I'm only 800 miles out of the extended warranty we purchased. From the looks of it, $1000 to fix abs, $2,400 worthless extended warranty=$3,400. This chevy was my first and last american car purchase. Have 2 imports with 250k and never more than routine service. Argh! just because there was not a injury, death, fire, etc. . Doesn't excuse gm from national responsibility.

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Model 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 1500lt bought new in 2000. When attempting to brake at low speeds (< 10 mph) the abs system kicks in, the brakes pulsate heavily, but the vehicle keeps rolling for a few feet, depending on the moving speed at the time the brakes are applied. This has recently led to an accident whereby the vehicle slid into my garage door, luckily causing minimal damage to both car and garage door. The current mileage on the vehicle is 39,900 miles. I have found a recall, but this recall only applies to the 2000 model year Suburban. , whereas the symptoms are exactly the same in my vehicle.

The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. While depressing the brake pedal at 5 mph, the abs would inadvertently activate. As a result, the brake pedal dropped and brake pressure was lost. Gm stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). The vehicle has not been repaired. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 114,000 and failure mileage was 110,000.

When trying to stop, the abs would engage at low speeds, causing the vehicle to take longer to stop, and almost caused several rear-end accidents. Ths led to a replacement of the front bearings and hubs because of rust damage, at a cost of $1389. 67.

Soft brake pedal, front brakes do all the work. Gm shop replaced combo valve and brakes are the same. Ongoing bad brakes causing multiple close calls due to not able to stop Suburban 2500 by itself, and while towing.

Abs kicks in at speeds under 10 mph even after recall fix in oct 2005 dealer kindly did a goodwill repair at minimal cost to me on 11/7/2007 I just want people to know this problem is recurring.

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. While driving various speeds in wet or slippery conditions, the brakes locked. While driving around a curve, all four wheels locked and the vehicle slid for 20 or 30 yards. The surface was wet and the contact lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle struck a curb, which stopped the vehicle. The rear drivers side rim was cracked. The wheels unlocked after three to five seconds. The contact noticed that the wheels usually lock when the pavement is wet. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes: hydraulic, antilock). The repair would cost $900. The current mileage was 134,000 and failure mileage was 117,000. Updated 04/23/08.

Same symptoms as was subject of a recall to brakes done 09-06-06 (service ticket ctcs224790). Intermittent abs activation on slow speed stop that causes the stopping distance to increase. No slippery surface or tire skidding that would cause the activation. Prior to the 2006 recall, these same symptoms had begun on the vehicle and gradually worsened. I took the vehicle to the dealer (damascus Chevrolet 301-253-2151) on 8-24-07 (service ticket ctcs233310). Service writer butch eccard states the mechanic could find nothing wrong except one front backing plate touching the rotor. No code stored in the computer. Abs activation occurred two more times since the service.

The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. The contact stated that his vehicle was experiencing unwanted antilock brake system activation. The failure occurred while driving 11 mph. A service provider discovered the failure when the vehicle was brought in for a state emissions issue. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 96,000 and failure mileage was 94,000.

Corrosion affecting the anti-lock brake system activates the abs system at speeds of 3. 7 miles per hour to 10 mph, requiring a longer stopping distance. The anti-lock brakes activate whether or not the brakes are engaged by the driver.

Arbitrary activation of the abs brakes at slow speeds or when parking. This causes the vehicle to not stop and continue moving for a few inches to a few feet. Vary hazardous when parking in tight areas or around children in a parking lot. Had similar problem on chevy 1999 silverado k1500 pickup that resulted in a recall. Would suggest the same on this vehicle to avoid same hazardous situation.

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- the contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact purchased this vehicle on January 26, 2007. On 2/10/07 the contact noticed that it was taking longer than expected to brake and he was too close to other vehicles at low speeds. The contact said that the brake pedal push upward and then it went down. It became difficult to avoid other vehicles when coming to a complete stop. The contact took the vehicle to auto sale in pasadena MD. The contact then called Chevrolet, and was told that this vehicle did not fall under a current recall that described the same symptoms as in the vehicle. Nhtsa recallrecall 05v379000/gm recall 05068 wa sissued. The failure mileage was 76999, and the current mileage was 77213.

There is already a recall out for the chevy Suburban abs system. However, ours isn't apparently covered, yet, is exhibiting the exact symptoms of the recalled vehicles. It's going to cost us over $1000 to get something fixed that should be covered under recall.

: the contact stated while driving 10mph on dry asphalt, the abs activated and the brakes pulsated quickly and roughly. The stopping distance was subsequently increased. The vehicle was taken in for service I was notified there is no recall. There is a NHTSA recall # 05v379000 pertaining to the hydraulic antilock brakes. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.

05v379000 in regards to this recall I have a 1999 Suburban that suffers the same issue and called gm and they say it does not fit parameters however it does suffer from low speed abs activation.

The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. While attempting to decelerate to stop the vehicle the antilock brake system activated. The failure occurred intermittently and always at low speeds when attempting to stop. The contact stated that the brake pedal vibrated, and the vehicle continued to roll for a few feet before stopping completely. He found recall # 05v379000 concerning service brakes, hydraulic antilock. The contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer and was issued case # 71-510478075. The current mileage is 140,000, and failure mileage was 130,000.

- the contact stated that while driving the 1999 Chevrolet Suburban at approximately 5-10 mph the abs engaged and vehicle wont stop immediately. The contact stated this generally happened when he was preparing to stop. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic ,who agreed that the abs engaged when it should not have been. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact stated that there was a recall for this problem. However, it covered the 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. The manufacturer informed the contact that this vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle currently had 100,000 miles.

Our 1999 chevy surburban's abs system started acting up, causing the vehicle to continue moving when the brakes were applied. Our local mechanic informed us that this should be covered under a safety recall. Nhtsa campaign # 05v379000. When we contacted our local dealer we were informed our VIN number was not included in the recall. Clearly, we are experiencing the problems described in your safety recall (NHTSA action # pe05020). I do not know why our VIN # is not included and therein is my complaint. The problem started in the spring of 2006 but has continued to get worse.

: the contact stated while driving 10 mph or at any low speed under normal road conditions, there was no brake action while depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle resides and has been operated in a salt belt state. There were no warning signals prior the incidents. There was a recall # 05v379000 regarding the service brakes, hydraulic:antilock which described the exact abs brake problem. The recall included vehicles from 2000 through 2002 only. The manufacturer was contacted who determined the vehicle was not included in the recall due the VIN.

: the contact stated the notice for NHTSA recall# 05v379000 pertaining to the abs was received after the vehicle had been repaired by a private repair shop. The contact notified the manufacturer of the repair to discuss reimbursement, however the manufacturer had not returned any phone calls.

When the vehicle is moving slowly like when approaching a stop sign or parking the brakes do not work, there is a noise and a vibration it is very frightening. After hitting a curb it stopped. I had the brakes looked at they are fine after research found that there is a brake problem but not in 1999. I feel that it is in the 99 also I have a Chevrolet Suburban 1999.

Abs doesn't work properly to stop the truck at low speeds (1-10 mph), almost causing accidents or in one instance sliding down a steep drive into a parking area full of cars and people. This happens on every occasion at slow speed heavy braking. There should be a recall fix on all, not just the selected few.

Abs activating when brakes applied on dry pavement at very low speed (almost stop) problem still exists.

Experiencing unwanted antilock braking at low speeds.

Light brake pedal application causes pedal push back and minimal braking anti-lock engages at low speeds on secure pavement.