Service Brakes Problems of GMC Sierra 2500

GMC Sierra 2500 owners have reported 412 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 22 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (142 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (124 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of GMC Sierra 2500

The Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problem

Brakes failed "completely", with no warning. No "warning light" on the instrument panel while driving on a public road in the county. All of a sudden absolutely no brakes. Had recently hauled a car on a trailer from emporia, kansas. Was preparing to haul calves to the sale barn.   Read details...

The Service Brakes problem

Power steering pump failed when decelerating after 9500 miles. When power steering pump fails, power assisted braking also fails. Upon deceleration, I could not turn the steering wheel at all or stop the vehicle without extreme pressure on the brake pedal.   Read details...

The Brake Fluid Leak problem

The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 2500. While the vehicle was being reversed with a trailer attached, the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to operate. The contact stated that the trailer crashed into the awning of the residence. There were no injuries.   Read details...

The Brake Electric Antilock problem

The contact owns a 2002 GMC Sierra 2500 hd. The contact stated that the abs activated independently at reduced speeds when coming to a complete stop. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop but the vehicle was not inspected or repaired.   Read details...

The Brake Master Cylinder problem

I was driving in my city and the brakes were fine prior. I was coming up to a stop sign and all of the sudden my brake pedal was going to the floor. I could not stop within reason. Luckily no one was in the crosswalk or I would have hit them.   Read details...




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