2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
- 108
- 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 108 stored complaint records:
- 9 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 39 |
| 100–150k mi | 25 |
| 30–60k mi | 21 |
| 1–30k mi | 10 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Nhtsa investigation number: ea11001 - brake line failure, steel brake line under left side of cab ruptured due to rust and brake fluid leaked out of brake system. Upon further inspection, found all 4 steel brake lines are rusted very badly under left side of cab, additional brake line rust found on all steel brake lines, under hood in engine compartment, along frame, under cab, and under truck bed. One of these…
ODI 10422941
Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet 1500. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, he attempted to engage the brakes, but the pedal depressed all the way to the floor. The contact inspected the vehicle and realized that the brake lines underneath the drivers side door broke as a result of corrosion. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current…
ODI 10419725
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I was driving home and as i pulled into the driveway, the brake pedal went all the way to the floor as i braked. I looked under the truck and it was leaking brake fluid around the driver side frame rail over the gas tank. The brake line seems to have rusted through and burst under light braking pressure.
ODI 10416032
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Has occurred on multiple occasions. While driving- depressed brake pedal, which went to floorboard and insufficiently provided braking to stop vehicle. No warning provided. Was able to pull to side of road before striking vehicle in front of me. Mechanic indicated it is corroded break lines. Had experienced similar problem(poor braking approx. 4000 miles ago due to corroded sensor. Have not yet repaired vehicle.…
ODI 10421677
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I attempted to stop at a stop light. When i depressed the brake pedal it went to the floor and i realized that i had no brakes. I was able to slow down enough to make it through the light and into a parking lot. After a quick inspection i found that the steel brake line going to the rear brakes rusted through, and was spewing brake fluid. This truck is a 2002 model with only 88k miles and is well maintained. I don't…
ODI 10410364
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph he applied the brakes and the pedal depressed to the floor. The vehicle would not stop until the emergency brake was engaged. The contact examined the vehicle and noticed the brake lines on the driver's side fractured due to corrosion. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10407540
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I recieved a card to fill out in regard to my chevy silverado 2002 truck.i reported no brake failure at that time on june 3rd 2011 the brake line gave way and nearly caused an accident.i had to take the ditch to avoid it and 2 of my children were in the truck. *tt
ODI 10411785
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Brake pedal suddenly went to the floor as i attempted to back out of a parking space. No prior problems with the brakes. Upon exiting the vehicle i noticed a large puddle of brake fluid forming under the vehicle below the driver's door. Called aaa and had the vehicle towed to a local shop. Mechanic pointed out that all brake lines forward of the abs pump were rusted out resulting in the failure of one of the lines.…
ODI 10406750
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I got off work, pulled up to get onto main road brakes felt spongy, did stop, got onto main road traveled 1/2 mile about 35 mph, slowed truck by letting off gas to make right turn, tried to use brakes to slow more, brakes went to the floor. I managed to get slow enough to make turn safely. I pretty much traveled 5-10 mph another 50yds to get into lowes parking lot. I tried to brake again, no brakes. I put truck into…
ODI 10404433
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Was driving to the store in my 2002 chevy silverado and out of nowhere the brake pedal went to the floor. Luckily pulled into a parking lot and saw brake fluid pouring out from underneath driver side of vehicle.after looking under the truck to see where it was coming from found all brake lines in that area extremely rusted and deteriorated .checked the reservoir for the brake fluid and it was almost empty . This…
ODI 10402317
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
1. Normal driving, all vehicle preventiative maintenance 2. While driving, the brake lines burst causing lose of braking power. Upon inspection, the brake lines were completely rusted through. 3. All brakes lines replaced. *tr
ODI 10392307
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet silverado 1500. While the contact was driving approximately 5 mph on dry road surfaces, the anti-lock system activated and the vehicle would not slow down when the brakes were engaged. Suddenly, the gear was shifted into reverse causing the vehicle to crash into a cement barrier. The contact resumed driving without experiencing the abs failure. There was no personal injury. A…
Crash reported
ODI 10386153
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Structure
BRAKE LINES RUSTING ON MY 02 SILVERADO 1500. *TR
ODI 10379498
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Corrosion on brake lines in engine compartment with one brake line rupturing and causing a loss off brakes. *tr
ODI 10373569
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2002 chevrolet silverado. 41,000 miles. Brake lines rusted out. Nearly smashed into an entire family when i lost brakes. Driving for 35 years and have never been so scared. Someone please do something *tr
ODI 10371944
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2002 chevy silverado - brake light indicator came on. Checked fluid levelon master cylinder - 1/2 empty upon further inspection identified leak in section of tubing behind fender well. Took to local mechanic. Brakes gave way as he pulled into shop. He indicated that all lines were corroded behind plastic wheel well guard. Replacing all affected tubing. *tr
ODI 10369400
Fuel System, Gasoline · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2002 chevrolet silverado 1500, [redacted] z71 off road, 58420 miles, was stopped with foot depressed on brake pedal, felt pedal go all the way to the floor. Had to accelerate and had no brakes. Brake fluid leak due to rusted brake line. After further inspection all brake lines, fuel lines, ehcu brake line connection are all rusted. Brake line is in the process of being replaced but at a stand still at the moment due…
ODI 10369251
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
Had shocks replaced on my truck today and mechanic informed me that brake lines on my 2002 chevrolet silverado were rusted and would need to be replaced soon for safety reasons. *tr
ODI 10367804
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
While having my 2002 chevy silverado 1500 serviced for an oil change i was advised that all the steel brake lines were badly rusted, unsafe, and needed immediate replacement. Initial estimates are $2000. Vehicle mileage is 98,000. *tr
ODI 10363787
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Red brake dash light turned on. Inspected vehicle and found brake lines rusted through and leaking fluid. *tr
ODI 10361094
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I have a 2002 chevy silverado,that's is experiencing braking failures at low speed , like coming to a complete stop at a intersection. I have almost slid into several intersections and do no longer trust my brakes to stop when i need them. This problem is the same as reported under a existing recall # 05v37900. The problem is that my vehicle is not listed due to it's location, which is north carolina. This recall…
ODI 10380791
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The brake lines were heavily corroded and starting to leak fluid. They needed to be replaced from the master cylinder back to all four wheels. This was confirmed by dealer inspection. This premature corrosion is a serious safety problem. This is a personal use 2002 pick up truck with only 66,300 miles. *tr
ODI 10354712
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Unwanted abs activation and extended stopping distances during low-speed braking. *tr
ODI 10354831
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Sudden total brake failure (all 4 wheels) due to rusted under body brake lines. Service center is replacing all old lines from master cylinder to abs module and onto wheel cylinders. Samples of old rusted lines are being retained. *tr
ODI 10349218
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Brake lines to rear wheels failed with mild break application . This was due to rusty break lines . There were no brakes at the application of the pedal . This is not a isolated case , dealers have seen many cases of this problem. Today as i had my truck at the dealer another chevy truck came in with the same problem . *tr
ODI 10351614
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