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When driving I went to slow down and couldn't push in the break at all. I couldn't even pump the brakes I had to slam it into park just to avoid hitting the car in front of
On several occasions spanning multiple years the truck loses power while braking and turning at slow speeds. On more rare occasions, but still numerous, the same problem occurs when braking at higher speeds without turning. The truck dash lights, media screen and headlights all dim or flicker as a ticking or popping noise is heard behind the dash much like an arching electrical wire. Most of the time when these scenarios happen the display on the drivers display screen reads stabiltrak warning. Also when the problem occurs while turning and braking at low speeds the truck will completely lose power and power steering as well as assisted braking. Once the truck comes to a stop the ignition, and all electrical systems are completely unresponsive like the battery is dead. In order to start the truck again, I have to get out of the truck, open the engine hood and oscillate both the negative and positive battery cables. Most of the time the truck will start up after doing this. Sometimes I have to use booster cables to get it to start. Neither the cables or the terminal connectors are loose as they have been inspected by a dealer service tech and a local mechanic.
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while reversing out of midway motors Buick GMC in newton (1124 Washington rd, newton, ks 67114) the brakes failed when depressed. The service brakes assist light illuminated. The contact notified the dealer however, the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle already had an unknown recall repair for brakes serviced and the vehicle was over the warranty coverage. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.
- Halstead, KS, USA
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Was in driveway, started the car and then put foot on the brake to shift into drive. As soon as I was in drive I began to roll forward even though my foot was still on the brake. I then had to really step on the brake (it was very hard to apply pressure) to get it to stop rolling. I then immediately placed it in park. This happened several more times throughout the day, only at low speeds, or when switching from the parked position to drive or reverse. This is extremely dangerous when trying to park (child could be injured in driveway) or slowing down in a parking lot or could cause a collision in traffic!
While exiting highway I attempted to come to stop and my brake pedal was extremely stiff and I had to put hard pressure into brake to come to a complete stop before rear ending the vehicle in front of me. Luckily, I was able to stop before a collision occurred. I was able to get to my destination on city streets, but my brake pedal remained extremely stiff. I was very close to causing multiple accidents due to this brake issue.
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that he pumped the brakes until the vehicle stopped. The contact drove to his residence. The vehicle was taken to fairground auto plaza (100 fairgrounds rd, rolla, mo 65401, (573) 364-1002) where the contact was informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 19V645000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The recall repair was completed however, the failure recurred intermittently. The contact stated the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 121,000.
At slow speeds brake pedal is hard to push and does not stop the vehicle. Almost caused multiple accidents at intersections not being able to stop vehicle from going out into traffic. Doing research this has happened on multiple GM vehicles from 2014.
My vehicle brakes become spongy or pedal goes all the way in and vehicle will struggle to stop at low speeds. Such as when I pull into a parking space or backing up.
Excessive hard brake pedal when driving at lower speed, almost got in accident while in traffic due to truck pedal getting hard and truck would not brake. It only happens al low speed or driving in parkinglots.
At low speed stopping I have no breaks, backing up down a boat ramp with a boat I have no brakes. I had the the ABS module and pump changed out and still have the same problem.
Some time traveling between 60-70 mph the truck has a vibration or something, but if I tap the break pedal it stops. I've had this four times on the interstate. Took truck to the dealer, they found no code listed. Just this weekend as I was exiting the interstate ramp to I-71 South the truck was slowing down and I had pull off the interstate. It was as if the braking system was being applied, truck would not move. Break pedal was very hard to press. I turned the truck off for a couple of minutes and restarted, pedal was still very firm but after pumping pedal, I heard this sound like you were passing gss yourself and then the petal was back to normal. I was lucky that this did not cause a wreck as my speed was being reduced to a slow speed having to pull on interstate.
The brake pedals becomes very stiff at low speeds and does not brake properly. I rear ended a vehicle at 15 miles an hour because the truck did not stop.
This issue relates with a recent recall with the GM brake system (NHTSA campaign number: 19V645000 / GM recall number: N192268490). The recall fix by GM fails to fully fix the problem as additional repairs are required to make the vehicle safe again. The incident began when going down a hill at low speed. A message came on the dash that said "service brake assist" and the brakes seemed to lose power which required the driver the use both feet to push down on the brake pedal to prevent a crash into the car in front. The brakes regained normal function for a while then a few miles later the same problem occurred. This went on for for a while longer until the need to use both feet to achieve full stopping power was permanent. Driver pulled over and, through an internet search, discovered many others had the same problem and a recall had been issued. An appointment was made with a local GM dealer and the vehicle was dropped off for repair. The GM dealer called the driver and informed him that additional repairs, beyond the recall instructions, were required for the vehicle's brakes to function adequately and safely. This included replacing the booster pump, brake pads, to "reline the frt brakes as needed."
Intermittent stalling, ( complete shut down at freeway speeds). No engine, no power steering or brakes, windows will not operate, no emergency flashers, no dash re-out, will not turn over. Happens at any time while in motion. Has placed myself, my wife & other drivers in danger numerous times.
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. While driving approximately 50 mph during inclement weather, the vehicle suddenly veered to the left and crossed over a lane. The vehicle spun 180 degrees and crashed into a ditch. The rear passenger wheel dislodged from the vehicle and was located approximately 150 yards from the crash sight. The air bag did not deploy and the driver sustained a bruised neck. Medical attention was not received. Police report number: Spc32B7N80X was filed at the scene. The contact discovered that a 10-inch section of the brake rotor was missing from the vehicle. The vehicle was recently serviced for NHTSA campaign number: 19V645000 (service brakes). The manufacturer and hudson GMC (2023 South rd, poughkeepsie, NY) were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,000.
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- Kalispell, MT, USA