Service Brakes Problems of GMC Canyon

GMC Canyon owners have reported 107 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 17 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (59 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake light on (12 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of GMC Canyon

The Service Brakes problem

While driving at 70–75 mph on an interstate, my vehicle suddenly displayed a “brake failure” warning and limited speed to 62 mph. Power steering failed completely, and braking became ineffective despite hard pedal pressure. Multiple warnings followed: abs, engine, and others.   Read details...

The Brake Light On problem

Installed new brake lights did you break switch under the brake pedal still showing signs of no brake lights on my vehicle I�ll break balls have been replace   Read details...

The Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Lost power steering, power steering service message, abs light, traction control light, and "!" light all came on. Matches up to recall information available. Took it to chevy, it's not covered, costing $400. This should have been covered in the power steering recall   Read details...

The Brake Disc Pads problem

"brake pads/shoes" I had to replace the brake pads and shoes due to the binding, sequeling noise they were making. As a result I had to replace the rotors due to the damage. When I first start the truck and slowly leave my driveway, I could feel the binding and hear the sequeling.   Read details...

The Brake Sensor problem

Unable to brake effectively when abs system activating and almost impacted pedestrian. Abs system activating routinely on dry warm pavement at <5 mph. Suspect sensor defects. 2006 GMC Canyon. Fear damage/incident will result.   Read details...




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