Issue ID | 1405450 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11021475 |
Manufacurer | General Motors LLC |
Brand | GMC |
Model | SIERRA 1500 |
Model Year | 1999 |
File date | 10/08/17 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | 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. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 121950 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | WICHITA, KS |
VIN pattern | 2GTEK19T0X1XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 04/07/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 50 |
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