58 problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 1999 GMC Suburban. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Every time vehicle is driven with the headlights on, headlights flicker on and go off. Vehicle has been taken to the dealership four times in a six-month period. Dealer was not able to fix the problem. Also, doors are warped/engine runs rough/replaced differential/brakes are locking up.
Vehicle was moving on the interstate while at 65 mph on cruise control. The automatic gear shift column was struck by the passenger and the transmission was sent into reverse. This action caused the brakes to lockup and the control mechanical lock on the wheel column was locked into a right hand turn with no way to control the vehicle. The vehilce started to skid out of control and then proceeded to roll over three times. All occupants were in saftey belts except my daughter who was int the back seat asleep. The vehicle was totally destroyed. It took resecue crews to remove myself the driver and daughter who was trapped in the back. We were transported via ambulance to a local hospital. All five passengers were released with only minor bruises and cuts. I would like to find out why the steering column lock and why a safety feature is not provided to keep the transmission from being accidently put into reverse while the vehicle is traveling in drive. Please help me find a solution to this potential problem.
Rear axle fell off of the vehicle while driving on a major freeway. When the axle fell off we lost complete braking capability. The vehicle was just released to us from the dealership for repairs to the same parts under warranty. This was the fifth time it was repaired under warranty for the same parts that failed.
Ongoing problem with abs system; whenever brakes are applied hard, they cause vehicle to wander. Dealer notified on two occasions, and problem cannot be resolved. Seeking help from NHTSA in this matter before an accident occurs.
Brakes are unable to be repaired, have had 3 complete sets. Still not fixed.
I have had 3 sets of brakes. Now they are worn again, 32,000 miles, with cracked rotors. Dealer will not fix.
While driving about 30mph and and applying brakes, car lunged forward. No brake pressure. Contacted dealer.
I have tried to resolve this with san bernadino GMC and inland valley GMC. No satisfaction yet. Brakes go out on an average of 5000-6000 miles. Now, GMC will not warranty them any longer because of my problems. Steering wheel noise has got better but not fixed yet. Had this since I have had the vehicle. Vibrating in rear end, occures after warm. Continouse problem.
When brakes are applied vehicle would pull either to right or left into ongoing traffic. The vehicle was taken to dealer 5 different times for this problem. Mechanic could not find anything wrong with brakes.
When brakes are applied vehicle pulls to the left, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has inspected vehicle. Still the rear brakes do not hold and left front brakes lock up causing vehicle to pull to the left.
Abs brake problems; when applying the brakes under normal conditions on wet roads, truck does not slow down and continues to forward motion. When the road is dry there is alot of vibration coming from the front of the truck. The truck bounces like it does not want to stop. The dealer was not able to duplicate this problem. Please provide any further details.
If driving at hwy speed and began to brake, the vehicle will pull to the right. After taking off from a stop the brakes are binding, and there are abnormal noises and vibration.
Separate 14 incidents are reported on 2 complaints. State farm auto was informed, contacted repaired at coulter GMC and got abs fixed. 2 weeks is max brakes work.
The a/c stunk; I felt insecure with the brakes soft most times. Twice we drove 45 mi. To midway and they did not take the vehicle in, GMC said to go to nearest dealer.
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While driving and applying brakes, vehicle pulled either right or left. Contacted dealer and manufacturer, and they were not able to help. This has happened five times.
The braking system has always been slow, ie. . When trying to stop, I can push, and push and the car wont stop. When stopped at a light, the burb will "jump" my foot does not leave the pedal, nor do I release any pressure from the brakes. The vehicle was serviced, and I was informed there was nothing wrong with the brakes, and the "jumping" was caused by the transmission trying to make up pressure when the air conditioning was running. Well, now my brakes squeel like a banshee, and im still jumping when stopped, wether my airconditioning is on or off. I almost hit the car in front of me today, while I was stopped at a light,.
When the brakes are applied the vehicle pulls to the left. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
When the brakes are applied vehicle pulls to the left or the right, and under slippery or wet conditions the pull is harder. Dealer has been contacted, and has worked on them six times.
Intermittently when brake pedal is applied abs kick in at very low speeds. Dealer has replaced the brakes.
While applying brakes pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has replaced brake system.
When applying brakes vehicle pulls to right or left, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
As of today, this is the 3rd time I am getting the brakes changed on this vehicle. There is no excessive downhill driving that I do to cause excessive wear on the brakes.