GMC Sierra 1500 owners have reported 1,636 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 29 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (801 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (328 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
I loose brake pedal at low speeds seen gm has recall for vacuum pump but shows mine not in recall Read details...
I was driving about 45 miles an hour coming down an overpass. The brake pedal went completely to the floor and I narrowly avoided a crash. I took to my mechanic. They said that the brake lines were completely rusted out. Read details...
While going slowly and turning, my brakes failed to stop me. There was no pressure for the brakes. This happened several times. I almost ran into the back of a car. Read details...
While driving vehicle, complete brake failure occurred. No traffic on road was able to coast to stop without accident. Quick inspection showed severe brake fluid leak. After towing, repair shop found ruptured hydraulic brake line due to corrosion, and multiple other similar weakened spots. Read details...
When operating vehicle at slow speed and attempting to stop anti lock brakes engage and increased stopping distance is required. This vehicle was recalled for same problem in 2005. I made an attempt at my local GMC dealer to remedy this continuing problem. Read details...