Four problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 2002 GMC Safari. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
In December 2007 the abs brake system began activating at very low speeds on dry, smooth pavement. The activation now occurs with about 33% of all complete stops on dry, smooth pavement. Abs system has even activated immediately after complete stops on some occasions.
The contact owns a 2002 GMC Safari. The contact stated that when trying to stop the abs activated, and vehicle lost the braking capability on the right front wheel. There was more braking on the left side of the vehicle, and this caused the steering wheel to pull to the left. The consumer asked the service dealer about this problem, and they stated the right hub needed to be replaced, and that the consumer would have to pay for the repairs. The dealership stated that the consumer could take out the fuse to the abs and this would disable the abs brakes. The consumer was not aware of a recall for this specific type of vehicle regarding the abs. The consumer stated that there was a technical service bulletin (TSB) regarding this problem.
While applying the brakes, the pedal went to the floor and bounces up and down. The vehicle continued to accelerate. The consumer was able to pull over . The vehicle was later taken to a mechanic, who informed the consumer that the switch to the anti-lock brake modular had shortened out and needed replacement. Please fill in additional information.
2002 GMC Safari brakes would not perform properly. ** answer required*** the brakes would not stop the vehicle and resulted in extended stopping distance. The consumer mentioned this problem to the dealer several times but each time they claimed that no problem was found. The consumer heard of the recall on some GMC vehicle's but soon found out the her vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. * nm.