Brake Disc Pads Problems of GMC Suburban

: the contact stated since purchase the front brakes failed intermittently. The vehicle required an excessive stopping distance when the brakes are damp or in the morning. The vehicle was taken to the dealership on the day of purchase, but the dealership could not determine a problem. The vehicle was taken to the dealership again, 3 years later, and there was no problem found. The front brake pads were replaced and the rotors were turned for regular maintenance. There is a NHTSA recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. Updated 3/9/2006 -.

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The anit-lock brakes on my 1999 GMC Suburban 4x4 come on every time I coast to a slow stop, making stopping a very tricky situation. I have to anticipate this happening and allow extra stopping distance. I was researching what might be the problem when I came across the may 27th, 2005 article in the detroit news auto insider authored by jeff plungis of the detroit news washinton bureau, in which my exact problem was described. I have not taken my vehicle to a gm dealer yet, but I did have it looked at at a tire store and they said the brake pads and rotors themselves are in good condition and are not causing the issue. This happens every time I drive the vehicle and appeats to be getting worse.

1999 GMC c 1500 Suburban with brake fade. This Suburban has had all new brake pads x2, new master brake components, and still has issues with stopping at lower speeds. Mechanics say vehicle acting normally when checked. We have, and are still experiancing intermitant brake fade that makes it questionable if the vehicle will stop at a red light or stop signs when traveling on rural roads at speeds of approximatly 15 - 35 mph. I would like to make sure that you include the c1500 GMC Suburban in your list of sport utility vehicles. I do not see it mentioned in the information currently in print.

Rotors on 4wd sububan rusted out at the weld between the cast rim and the stamped steel interwheel. The stamped part has the lug holes, the cast rim is the what the brake pads grip.

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The consumer routinely inspected the brakes in 11/02 and found no problems. On 06/03, while driving the consumer noticed the vehicle was pulling to the right. Upon inspection of brakes, the consumer discovered the left and right outside brake pads had a "chunk" missing. The front outside pads on the passenger side separated from the metal shoe due to rivet hole wear, and had fallen apart in the consumers hands and the pads were not worn out.

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Vehicle pulls left and right when brakes are applied. It has caused vehicle to run light, and there was extended stopping distance. Problem has gotten worse each time after being fixed. Also, brake pads contiinued to have excessive wear, reason unknown. Dealer was notified. Please provide more information.

When applying pressure to the brake pedal pedal will unexpectedly fall to floorboard, and brake system will fail to stop vehicle. Brake pads and shoes/ rotors, and lines have been replaced, which has failed to effectively remedy the problem. Dealership has not examined vehicle for this problem. Please provide any additional information / documentation.

Brake pedal is spongy, and there is extended braking distance. Dealer has replaced front pads and front discs. But, did not remedy problem.

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Brake problem is ongoing problem,dealer admits problem, states unable to fix. Now refuses to cover . Also pulls left & right when braking. Unsafe brake system since late 90's . Manufactures should be made to change system out free. You shouldn't need new pads at every oil change.

Inboard pads wore down to metal while outboard pads with ware detectors not worn down. First set gone at 14,000 second set at 32,000. Calipers seem to hang-up and overheat rotors.

While driving the serpentine belt tensioner broke from its mounting and resulted in loss of power steering and other components including charging of the battery. The alternator also shorted out. The manufacturer and the dealer were notified. The consumer was told that the warranty not longer covered the belt. The brakes shuttered while braking from 60 mph. The dealer replaced the front brake pads and resurfaced the rotors.

While braking vehicle will pull to the left severely which may cause loss of vehicle control. Dealer replaced rear brakes and front brake pads, but the problem is still occurring. Gm says that there is nothing they can do.

Left rear brake self-adjuster inoperable from the factory. Inadequate rear braking caused premature brake system wear and failure including front disc pads, warped front disc rotor, worn rear brake drums and shoes, and abnormal tire wear. Dealer and manufacturer have refused to honor warranty service or safety related defect.

When the brakes are applied the vehicle experiences extended stopping distance. The dealer has replaced the brake pads and the rotors on the vehicle.

Brake pads had to be replaced on four occasions on front wheels within every 13,000 miles of wear. Notified dealer and informed consumer to contact manufacturer who, in turn advised consumer to contact NHTSA. Can NHTSA help or provide additional information on this matter.

Primature wear brake of brake pads, resulting in exteded stopping distance. Dealer has been notified.

Three sets of pads wore out, and currently going on fourth set of pads in 41,000 miles. This will effect stopping distance on front brakes. Vehicle was operating fine before taken in for a routine check up. Please provide information.

Brakes would squeak and make a grinding noise. Front end would shake. Brake pad had worn to metal on one side. Pads and rotors were replaced numerous times. Contacted dealer. Consumer states that the brake pads are being replaced about every 18000 miles.

The brakes lock up at the slightest pressure. Seems to be worse when first starting out with vehicle cold or when the roads are wet, but occurs at anytime while trying to brake. When the brake is applied it pulls to the right and also the brakes lock up, the tires skid, and you hear a humming noise coming from something. (obviously in the braking component somewhere) I have taken it to a GMC dealership 3 times but they have failed to solve the problem. They say they can't duplicate the problem and can't find any problem with the brakes. I asked them specifically to drive the vehicle, especially one day while it was in their care and it was raining since it locks up more when wet. But I question whether they even drove it. I took it to an independent brake/tire center and they replaced the front brake pads checked the rear brakes and said I had a real axle seal leaking which was leaking on the rear brake shoes and probably causing the locking problem. So the next day I returned the vehicle to the dealership again who repaired the rear axle seal leak but denied again there was any problem with the brakes locking up. But they continue to do so, very dangerously I might add. The problem seems to be getting worse. Today 5/2/01 the brakes locked and I almost slid right through a stop sign. What can I do now?.

When applying abs brakes pedal becomes extremely soft and nearly goes to floor, causing extended stopping distance. Also, brake pads and rotors have been replaced. But has not corrected the problem. Please give any further details.

The front brake pads wear out prematurely. The pads have been replaced at owner's expense. Please provide any furhter details.