1999 GMC Sierra 1500 Service Brakes Problems
- 29
- 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 29 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake line · 15 records
- brake pedal · 11 records
- brake lines · 11 records
- went floor · 9 records
- pedal went · 7 records
- brake fluid · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 13 |
| 100–150k mi | 8 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes
I was driving home from work on 421 in eminence, ky. I pushed the brake pedal & i had no brakes right in front of harry hill park. Gm & i are very lucky that no one was killed yesterday. The brake line corroded & leaked the brake fluid, so when i pushed the pedal, it went right to the floor. The vehicle is pretty clean & after checking many blogs & youtube videos this is a very common problem on gm trucks. I checked…
ODI 11204085
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 gmc sierra 1500. While driving approximately 30 mph, the brake pedal traveled to the floor when the pedal was depressed. The vehicle came to a stop and the contact noticed fluid leaking underneath the vehicle. The contact had the vehicle towed to quality chevrolet (1292 route 9 south old bridge, nj, 08857; [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the brake line exploded and areas of the…
ODI 11025252
Service Brakes
During normal straight stop from 50 mph on rural county road, intersection with 70 mph crossing 4-lane divided state highway, pedal went to floor and braking ability was minimal. Emergency brake needed to complete the stop before entering crossing high-speed traffic. Upon inspection, discovered brake line ruptured due to rust with massive instantaneous fluid loss.
ODI 11021475
Service Brakes
Brake line failer do to poor routing from factory and substandard material used on oem lines (bare steel) . Always replace oem lines with powder coated aftermarket or stainless "only" inspect "all lines & hardware & clips to frame ect for corrosion". Brake failer occured while towing another auto with trailer attached no warning.
Crash reported
ODI 11015346
Service Brakes
When coming to a stoplight, i apply the brakes and the pedal goes down more than it should, but i get stopped. While holding the brake and waiting for the light to change the brake pedal goes slowly to the floor. Next, i pull into a parking lot and get stopped. I put the truck in park an look under the hood at the brake master cylinder, no fluid leaks, then i c look at each wheel, no fluid leaks. I get turned around…
ODI 10992038
Body · Service Brakes
Brake lines rusted , abs failure ,gas lines rusted, trans cooling lines rusted. These were all failures that needed replacement through the years i have owned it. Now frame rusted and cracked . Truck basically shot .
ODI 10945232
Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
I am the original owner of a 1999 gmc sierra that just had brake line failure on 7/14/16 on the interstate that caused an acccident. I had complete loss of brakes, pedal to the floor. I used low gear and park brake to minimize damage but still made contact. It is currently at patriot buick gmc in williamsburg va for repair where i bought it new. I feel me having to pay $1000+ for the brake line repair and now a…
Crash reported · 3 injuries
ODI 10888028
Service Brakes · Unknown Or Other
I have 1999 gmc truck frame rusted out. Only has 90,000 mile's i belive gmc should have to recall them.why did toyota have to recall and gmc is getting away with this.something should be done now. Jay
ODI 10873869
Service Brakes
While operating the vehicle at approximately 45 mph, i was approaching an intersection when i applied the brakes to slow the vehicle. One of the rear brake lines bursted causing me to have to abruptly pump the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. Very dangerous situation as a marked sheriff's vehicle with its emergency lights and siren activated was traveling at a high rate of speed on the intersecting highway that i…
ODI 11074715
Service Brakes
Brake lines leaking from corrosion leading to no braking
ODI 10897720
Parking Brake · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 gmc sierra 1500. While stopping the vehicle, the contact heard an abnormal clunking noise. The parking brake was engaged, but it failed to respond and caused the vehicle to move. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 204,206.
ODI 11020081
Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
Brakes completely failed,footpedal went down floor. While driving in residential area.. Brake fluid found leaking.had towed truck ,brake lines rusted thru and had 4 complete lines replaced for the second time ..i have owned truck since 1999. Last brake line replaced in 2015. The other item was fuel pump failed on the way to work and truck would not start.had to have vehicle towed at midnight and fuel pump replaced.
ODI 10884768
Service Brakes
While driving on public 4 lane highway and coming to a yellow light i applied the brake pedal and the pedal instantly went to the floor. I tried to pump the pedal in a panic and still had no effect on stopping the truck. I downshifted in to 1st gear manually to use engine braking and slammed my emergency to the floor. The truck was unable to complete the stop in which in had more than 300 ft to do so and i preceded…
ODI 10676298
Service Brakes · Suspension
Coming to a stop sign i applied the brakes and they completely failed without warning; no lights or indication failure was imminent. The pedal went to the floor with no resistance. Managed to turn onto a dirt shoulder and downshift to stop. Inspection revealed rusted through rear brake line. Although the dash brake warning light comes on while starting the truck, it goes off and gives no indication the brake fluid…
ODI 10650532
Service Brakes
Suburban is extremely difficult to stop or will not stop at stop signs. Pedal goes to the floor for emergency stops on highway and going down hills. Brake pedal is very soft. Abs system activates at slow speeds and/or may pull vehicle very hard to the left. Nhtsa recall issued for this problem only in certain northern states but not in washington state where we have high corrosion from natural ocean air and extreme…
ODI 10681297
Service Brakes
While driving on interstate 295 i noticed the brake light come on so i checked the emergency brake to make sure it wasn't pushed in i pulled over at the next rest stop i looked over truck all seemed ok after restarting light was off then came on while driving again as i got to my exit pedal went to the floor scary as hell but the truck did stop as i stepped all the way down . I proceeded home checked brake fluid…
ODI 10561454
Service Brakes
7 o' clock in the morning heading to work making a left turn into parking lot apply the brakes, pedal want to the floor, avoid hitting the car in front of me, jumping the curb came to a stop, checked underneath, oil leaking. Call for a tow truck. . Mechanic checked the brakes lines all need to be replace. *tr
ODI 10667853
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 gmc k1500 sierra. The contact stated that the while reversing, the brakes failed to engage. The contact later inspected the vehicle and discovered that brake fluid was leaking from the brake lines. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure and current mileage was 97,000. Updated…
ODI 10554597
Service Brakes
I started my truck to pull out of my driveway monday 7-1-2013 brake pedal hit the floor..checking the system i found fluid leak under rear of truck. Line rust color, leak, air coming from line. Called mechanic. Will have results next week. Truck has to be towed..if i had been driving i would have been in a crash...this situation needs serious attention......i am blessed. Will update from mechanic next week.
ODI 10522975
Service Brakes
I was backing out of my driveway when my brakes went to the floor, always noticed how rusty the truck is underneath, and the outside looks like new. What had happen is a whole in my brake line .i done some research and noticed about 6 million other people have had the same issue..definitely think gm should pay for new brake lines, why would they build a vehicle that's not safe for at least 15 years..don't think i'll…
ODI 10520187
Service Brakes
I was in a driveway and attempted to stop to turn onto the main road, when i pressed the brakes they went to the floor. I used the park brake to stop and returned home. I found the leak, it is on the brake line where a group of four lines run along the frame under the drivers seat. *tr
ODI 10490596
Service Brakes
Put vehicle in gear , no brake pedal .... Brake lines were rusted and failed......... Had all 5 lines replaced......... *tr
ODI 10478363
Service Brakes
I was coming upon a red light behind other traffic. I stepped down on the brakes to stop, and the peddle felt spongy. I tried pumping them, then nothing. I avoided hitting the truck in front of me by swerving across into the other lane and pulling into a parking lot, were i was able to bring the vehicle to a stop. The brake warning light never came on, and i don't understand while it was a total brake failure, i…
ODI 10475848
Service Brakes
Brake pedal went to floor due to premature brake line failure. Was able to down shift and curb the vehicle to stop in time. *tr
ODI 10501442
Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Service Brakes
Stopped in my driveway to get newspaper and mail. I got back into the truck and applied the brake to shift into drive. The brake pedal went to the floor. I coasted up the driveway and was able to stop. When i got out of the truck there was a trail of brake fluid. The leak was coming from under the driver's seat area, where the brake line attached to the abs pump. My mechanic had to replace all of the brake lines. *jb
ODI 10463161
Catalog parts for this system
Catalog year/make/model rows for 1999 GMC Sierra 1500.
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