There were no unusual events leading up to the failure of the anti-lock braking system in my truck. The system would fail to operate properly at approximately 5 mph when coming to a stop. The failure is that the system engages unnecessarily at low speeds, causing the vehicle not to stop when desired. It would happen several times daily, and the only crash I did not avoid was into a chain link fence, which did not cause damage. However, there were several near misses. The corrective action that I took was to remove the fuse for the anti-lock brakes. The corrective action that my dealer suggested was to spend $500 replacing the front wheel speed sensors. He said that this is a common occurrence on the Chevrolet Silverado, and that my problem would only get worse. GM has issued a tsb on this issue, but not safety recall. I feel that since I have lurched into busy intersections, lurched forward in crosswalks, and come close to crashing into other vehicles while parking, this should be regarded as a safety issue.

- Biddeford, ME, USA

Intermittently when braking, the brake pedal felt soft and caused extended stopping distance.

- Park Rapids, MN, USA

While applying brakes from low speeds, the ABS system failed. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a building. No injuries were reported. The drivers side window had difficulty going up and down, the brakes were mushy, there was grinding in the rear due to rotor delamination, the door lock passenger side was inoperative, and the brake pedal goes to floor.

- New Castle, PA, USA

While driving and when hitting the brakes vehicle continuously kept moving. Consumer took the vehicle to dealer to be looked at. However, the sensor light did not illuminate. Found that it was the ABS system.

- Ashtabula, OH, USA

Since I bought my 1500 series truck I have had problems with the braking system which the dealer said they could not duplicate. On 10-21-04 while pulling into my work location my brakes failed to stop my truck and ran into a chain-linked fence causing damage to the hood, light lenses, and bumper. A couple days later my brakes failed again putting me in the middle of an intersection with a truck skidding toward me. I have just had my truck inspected and the dealer passed my truck.

- Syracuse, NY, USA

ABS brakes engage each time I come to a slow stop( I.e. pulling up to a stop sign or red light) extending my stopping distance. Dealer states that the ABS speed sensors and front hubs must be replaced but cannot tell me what is wrong. The ABS warning light does not come on although according to the dealer( kelly Chevrolet, butler, pa) the system is malfunctioning.

- Harmony, PA, USA

I have started to experience a problem with my ABS system on my 2000 Chevrolet 1500 Silverado. When the brakes are applied at slow speeds the anti look brakes will activate and braking is lost for a moment. Upon further research I found that the cause of this is dirt getting into the fron ABS sensors. I also discovered this is a very common problem for the Silverado.

- St. Inigoes, MD, USA

Intermittently the brake pedal would become stiff and lock up when braking 5-65 mph. At 60,000 miles the vehicle was taken to a repair shop. The mechanic cleaned both ABS sensors. Now at 70,000 miles, the problem had returned.

- Louisville, OH, USA

I purchsed my truck used, however it was in excelent condition. Shortly after I noticed that when ever I tried to stop the anti-lock brake would come on for no reason. Even if I was only rolling to a stop. The anti-lock brakes would activate and actually prevent me from coming to a smooth controled stop. Finally it got so bad that I was nervous about driving the truck. I brought the truck to the shop. They told me that there were no recalls for the truck. However they did tell me that there was a parts change order. Apparently chev. Has issued new wheel bearings for my truck. The type installed at the factory are no longer available. This is a very dangerous condition. I feel that chev. Is aware of the condtion, hence the new part, and should recall the truck. The bearings in my truck were replaced and the problem has stopped.

- Cedar Grove, NJ, USA

While driving ABS inadvertently engaged. This caused extended stopping distance when braking. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Just before the end of a stop antilock kicks in extending stoping distance. The problem is worse when stopping from traveling in reverse. GM did not put enough greese in antilock brakes so they rusted.

- Mansfield, OH, USA

Ltr. Request a mandatory recall for the ABS sensor malfunction on a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado truck, ABS sensor fails due to a design problem. The consumer stated the front rotors were out of round at 50,000 miles due to the use of inferior reprocessed steel.

- Rochester, NY, USA

While driving at a low speed brakes failed. The emergency brake was the only thing that stopped the vehicle. Repairs were made on the hub. After repairs brakes failed again, consumer's vehicle rear ended another vehicle. V

- Ghent, NY, USA

The ABS system operates at low speeds (5 to 10 mph) on dry pavement resulting in extremely long stopping distances. I called my dealer and they are well aware of the problem. They clam that it is due to a batch of faulty sensors that GM was supplied. So why should the consumer get left holding the bag. Why is no recall being done to correct this issue. I feel that an investigation is strongly needed. This is oviously a manufacture defect (extremely widespread).

- Mansfield, OH, USA

Intermittently while driving at any speed and applying the brakes the rear brakes froze and wont release the brakes. Also, consumer indicated hada problem with the front brakes too.

- Monongahela, PA, USA

My ABS has been acting up, I.e. engaging when it shouldn't. tonight, I was forced to come to a fast stop and pushed the brake in. The ABS engaged, but then stopped and the pedal went to the floor, therefore I had no brakes. I rear-ended another car with a 17 year old girl driving. She ended up being taken to the hospital. I am curious to know if there are other cases such as this, including brake failure and ABS problems. My vehicle is a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. I have 106,000 miles on it and have had minute braking issues for the past year or so. I hope that is this is an issue that it can be addressed. That way no more seventeen year old girls get hurt, and no more 26 year old males (myself) have to worry about them or the safety of others due to this type of failure. As far as the question about oem, if that means aftermarket equipment, then no, all my equipment came on the vehicle when I purchased it and nothing has been altered in any way.

- Oklahoma City, OK, USA

My brakes would not work at slow speeds. The ABS would activate with no reason.

- Plano, IL, USA

Upon pulling into driveway consumer applied the brakes and the pedal began bucking. Consumer was not able to stop the vehicle, and it collided with parked vehicle. ABS warning light failed to warn consumer that a problem occurred. The problem was caused by rust developing on ABS sensors. The problem was more prevalent while driving between 5 to 10 mph.

- Clinton, OH, USA

Anti-lock brakes activate right before the truck comes to a complete stop. This increases the stopping distance by several feet. It happens very often and only happens during light braking never under heavy braking.

- Hawthorn Woods, IL, USA

While driving down hill, the anti lock brakes failed and the vehicle began to slide. The driver could not get the vehicle to stop and it rolled down and over a hill. The vehicle was totaled. This vehicle was involved in a brake recall for this year, make, and model. NHTSA recall campaign 00V345000; brake line chaffing.

- Oceana, WV, USA

While applying brakes from a low speed anti lock brake system engaged. As result, vehicle continued to roll, almost colliding into a building.

- Gorham, ME, USA