2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip Problems
- 43
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 43 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- anti lock · 16 records
- brakes hydraulic · 10 records
- service brakes · 9 records
- hydraulic antilock · 8 records
- brake system · 7 records
- lock brake · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 13 |
| 1–30k mi | 9 |
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Wheel Speed Sensor
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving between 5-10 mph with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle did not stop. The speed sensors have been cleaned two or three times. On june 4, 2008, the brake sensors were replaced at the cost of more than $500. Nhtsa campaign id number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock) was referenced. The current mileage was 67,000 and failure mileage…
ODI 10233495
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
When braking on dry pavement, abs kicks in making it hard to stop. Took to chevy garage in superior, wi and they said there was a recall on the vehicle but not in the state of wisconsin or minnesota. Why? *nm
ODI 10139130
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Anti-lock brakes engaging at slow speeds in clear and dry weather. Would not stop in time while trying to park in a hospital parking lot . Vehicle went past intended stop in lot and just missed a pedestrian. Truck was stopped by curb. Truck was taken to local shop not under warranty. Cause of braking problem was corrosion on wheel sensors. Rear sensors where cleaned. Front left caliper and pads were damaged…
ODI 10120036
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Abs brake faulty sensor on 2001 silverado engages on dry surfaces at low speeds. The safety issue concerns increased stopping distance, and it occurs without warning. Further, the dealer only offers to clean them or replace the defect at the owners expense. *nm
ODI 10106254
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
I had problems with the abs brakes engaging at slow speed and when coming to a stop on my 2001 chevy silverado. In november 2004 the brakes failed to stop the vehicle (abs was engaged on dry pavement) when pulling out of a driveway onto a busy highway, resulting in a near collision with another vehicle. Repairs were done at a local gm dealer and they had to replace sensors in the wheels because of corrosion, i…
ODI 10124665
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
The consumer took the vehicle to dealer to have the tires rotated, when it was discovered that the rotors rusted and the pads needed to be replaced. The consumer mad complaint with the manufacturer since this was the first servicing since the consumer purchased the vehicle. The consumer is aware of other vehicles with similar problems. *ak there was extensive rusting and pitting of the brake system. *sc
ODI 10081948
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving 5 mph, the abs engaged, the wheels locked, and the vehicle would not stop. Ever since that time, the abs has continued to engage. The dealer stated that the recall repair had previously been performed on the vehicle in may of 2004. The contact believes that something was not done correctly during the recall repair for the abs to fail again. The…
ODI 10236114
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Anti lock brake system. You have to push on the brakes with both feet in order to get the truck to stop. I have several friends whom are having the same problem. *jb
ODI 10054974
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated the abs speed sensor was replaced under the warranty in 2003 but the repair did not correct the failure. While driving at approximately 10 mph, he attempted to brake and the abs engage. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised him that the anti-lock hydraulic repair was performed in 2005 under recall nhtsa campaign id number 05v379000…
ODI 10389755
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
While driving and with no warning brakes went out. This could have caused an accident. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.*ak
ODI 8014427
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that when the vehicle came to stop below 5 mph, the brakes pulsated. The failure occurred every time he attempted to stop at a red light or begin parking the vehicle. The vehicle was repaired previously according to recall 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock) at an authorized dealership in 2008l; however, the failure continued to…
ODI 10362433
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving approximately 10 mph and applying the brake, the vehicle takes a long time to stop. The dealer has been unable to determine the cause of failure. The manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa recall # 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). The vehicle has not been to the dealer. The current mileage is 61,000 and failure…
ODI 10194012
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Drum · Pads
While driving 55 mph applied brakes and there was extended braking distance, and a squealing sound. Dealer replaced rear drums/ shoes and pads. Stated this was normal wear and tear.*ak
ODI 898493
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
The abs on my 2001 chevy silverado stepside (extended cab) kicks in at low speed stops. I have come close to hitting things in the past because it hinders the truck's stopping capabilities. I have complained to my dealership in the past, but no codes ever show up on the computer. For whatever reason, no info about my brake complaints was ever entered on my records. The truck has done this since the first month i had…
ODI 10160059
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet silverado 1500. On several occasions while driving at slow speeds the brake pedal made complete contact with the floor. The contact had to engage the brakes a couple of times to slow the vehicle down. Also, there was noise. The failure mileage was 25 mph. There was snow on the ground at the time of the failure. The mechanic stated that the rear rotors were worn out, and had to…
ODI 10185194
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
3 times in same applied brakes hard to stop, brake pedal soft, truck did not stop very fast. On the 3rd time, i hit another vehicle. The truck should have stopped in time before hitting the vehicle. Have to push extremely hard on pedal, but truck still does not stop fast enough. Roads were dry. I feel the abs brakes do not stop fast enough in an emergency stop.*ak
Crash reported
ODI 743241
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
When applying brakes pedal is soft, and then pedal goes all the way to floor. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak *tt
ODI 899975
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
While depressing brakes noticed pedal traveling to floorboard. Vehicle was serviced and technician could not find problem. When trying to stop at a stop sign vehice lost braking power, vehicle went into extended stopping distance, causing an accident. *ak 2 people were injured in accident. *slc
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 881744