10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
42 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
20 / 0
Average Mileage:
18,070 miles

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problem #290

Jun 152002

Silverado 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
After shutting off vehicle ABS pump kept running. Dealer stated ABS pump had to be replaced.

- Hillsboro, OR, USA

problem #289

Jun 282002

Silverado 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
After shutting off engine ABS pump kept running. Dealer stated theatabs module neededto be replaced.

- Tuscumbia, AL, USA

problem #288

May 012002

Silverado 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving ABS and service brake light came on, after shutting off engine ABS pump kept running. Dealer stated ABS module needed to be replaced.

- Dearborn, MO, USA

problem #287

Jul 062002

Silverado 2500

  • miles
A near head-on collision was avoided by applying ABS brakes. After incident ABS pump would not turn off so consumer had to physically remove battery. Vehicle was checked by a dealer, who advised consumer that ABS system had failed.

- Mitchell, SD, USA

problem #286

Jul 072002

Silverado 2500

  • miles
When turning off motor ABS pump continues to run. Consumer has to unplug switch to get it to stop.

- Piedmont, AL, USA

problem #285

Jun 012002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS pump modular is defective, there is no ABS braking.

- Lima, OH, USA

problem #284

Jun 142002

Silverado 2500

  • miles
Ebcm constantly running with vehicle on or off. Short occuring and failing ABS system. ABS system will not engage and potentially cause braking failure.

- Murphy, TX, USA

problem #283

Jun 272002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS pump failure, pump will remain on while vehicle ignition switch is turned off. Dealer and manufacturer were notified at this time.

- Selma, AL, USA

problem #282

Jun 202002

Silverado 2500

  • miles
Approximately one week ago I began noticing problems on rough surfaces with my anti-lock brakes. Whenever the brakes were applied on a rough surface the anti-lock brakes actuated but didn't seem to be stopping the car. I attributed the problem to be simply a function of the rough surface combined with the rainy conditions at the time. Yesterday morning when I started my vehicle the ABS light came on and I immediately noticed a loud clicking noise which continued even after turning off the ignition. I had to remove the 60 amp fuse for the brake system to stop the pump from actuating. I took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the electronic module which operates the system had shorted out. This same problem has been experienced by 6 other people I work with here at eglin afb.

- Crestview, FL, USA

problem #281

Jun 252002

(reported on)

Silverado 2500

  • miles
While vehicle in reverse it will engage in high rpms. Dealer has been notified. Consumer has told mechanic there was a service bulletin concerning ABS brake system on Chevrolet, Silverado truck.

- Prior Lake, MN, USA

problem #280

Jun 202002

(reported on)

Silverado 2500

  • miles
While driving at low speed and without warning anti-lock brake system was inoperable. Dealer has disconnected the system until further service.

- Dale Hart, TX, USA

problem #279

Jun 162002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When engine is turned off ABS pump continues to run. Consumer has to disconnect wire for pump to stop.

- Portland, OR, USA

problem #278

Jun 132002

Silverado 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
After starting engine consumer noticed ABS pump kept running.

- Broken Arrow, OK, USA

problem #277

May 272002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
Consumer states at 50,000 the ABS light stays on while driving. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.

- Paris, TN, USA

problem #276

Jun 072002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
The ebcm (electronic brake control module) failed, leaving me with no anit-lock brakes. I believe this is due to the fact that they mounted this electrical system underneath the truck (exposed to all elements) rather than underneath the hood. In fact, Chevrolet must believe the same thing, because they changed the design in 2000 (they now put this component underneath the hood). I know this has happened to many people (see discussion thread "Silverado ABS module failure" on www.4X4review.com/discussions/Chevy/). furthermore, Chevrolet wants to charge almost $1800 to fix this ($711 for just the part, but special tools are required to calibrate it). I think this cost is prohibitive (almost 10% cost of the vehicle) to many people, causing them to neglect this repair and go without ABS. The central point of this complaint is that this is a design flaw and Chevrolet refuses to provide any cost assistance..water can also get into the hydr, pump and brake down the brake fuel, causing brake failure.

- Pittsboro, NC, USA

problem #275

May 262002

Silverado 2500

  • miles
After turning off vehicle they can still hear ABS engaging. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.

- Rockwell, IA, USA

problem #274

Jun 102002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS pump motor continuously runs, causing ABS system to fail, resulting in extended stopping distance. ABS and regular brake light illumiinates if the vehicle stops quickly showing a system malfunction.

- Cedar Bluff, VA, USA

problem #273

Jun 022002

Silverado 2500

  • miles
ABS motor will continue to run even after the vehicle is shut off. Contacted dealer, and the dealer is not willing to do anything.

- St Louis, LA, USA

problem #272

May 012002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When shutting off engine ABS pump keeps running, braking distance is normal..

- Mount Carmel, TN, USA

problem #271

May 042002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
The ABS module started running when it did not need to be and would not shut off. I contacted service department at molle Chevrolet in blue springs, mo, and they knew exactly what the problem was because they had seen the same thing several times before. They wanted around $1000 to fix it. I feel like GM needs to recall this component if it is failing with such high frequencies. I don't feel as safe driving without ABS especially in a pickup which is light on the rear end and can slide easily in an emergency situation.

- Lee's Summit, MO, USA

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