Six problems related to brake antilock wheel speed sensor have been reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe based on all problems reported for the 2001 Tahoe.
Low speed abs failure (brakes pulsate) when stopping or turning between 3-10 mph. Issue appears to be cooroded front wheel sensors.
I was driving my 2001 chevy Tahoe at moderate speed when the abs and parking indicator light come on. In addition there was pulsing which I believe is from the abs system when I tried slowing down from 25 mph. I did research on TSB and did find there was an issue with this kind of problem affecting gm SUV from 2000-2006 regarding speed sensor and corrosion of brake lines . I informed the chevy dealer of this TSB and they refused to acknowledge this issue and wanted me to pay in excess of $1200 to fix this problem. I feel the dealer representing gm is not acting in good faith. As I told them this is a safety issue and not asking for anything unreasonable considering the assistance from tax payer. I appreciate your assistance. Regards.
The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that the abs system would independently engage when driving at low speeds, increasing brake stopping distance. The contact stated that the failure was sporadic over a period of six months. The manufacturer advised the contact that the vehicle was not under recall and did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was approximately 85,000. Updated 1/19/2010 the consumer stated he purchased a complete bearing assembly which came with a wheel speed sensor. He also had to purchase an axle socket to get the hub off. The consumer made the repair himself and the problem has not returned. Updated 03/31/11.
My car ws not serviced to correct the defects which were present at purchased. This greatly inhibits my ability to drive safely and responsibly. Campaign number: 05v379000 date: 2005-Aug-29 component: service brakes, hydraulic: anti-lock defect summary: certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles may experience unwanted anti-lock brake system (abs) activation. This condition is more likely to occur in environmentally corrosive areas. This recall will be launched in the "salt belt" states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maryland, massachusetts, maine, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia only. Consequence summary: this can cause increased stopping distances during low-speed brake applications, which could result in a crash. Corrective summary: dealers are to remove the wheel speed sensor and thoroughly clean the wheel speed sensor mounting surface on the bearing, apply rust inhibitor to the cleaned surface, grease the mounting surface, reinstall the wheel speed sensor, and check the peak-to-peak output voltage to ensure the wheel speed signal is within specifications. The recall began September 22, 2005. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Front wheel speed sensors fail and so do the brakes. . . Very hard to stop the vehicle. Two feet on the brake pedal and push like hell.
The consumer complained about abs brake problem. At low speeds when trying to stop the brakes stuck as if activated. This resulted in extended stopping distance. Consumer called dealer, and dealer indicated that wheel speed sensors were corroded due to road salt. Consumer has not contacted Chevrolet/gm. Dealer would not perform repairs because there was no recall.