Issue ID | 840655 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10378613 |
Manufacurer | GENERAL MOTORS LLC |
Brand | GMC |
Model | YUKON |
Model Year | 2001 |
File date | 24/01/11 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | We have a problem with the abs system on our yukon and the dealer insists that it is an isolated case but i have found multiple complaints online for the same problem. This problem is extremely dangerous since the vehicle has been designed to brake with much reliance on the abs system. By this i mean that the 2001 gmc yukon does not have a brake proportioning valve that will redirect braking force towards the front brakes as the vehicle mass shifts forward under braking loads. This in turn causes the rear brakes to lock up prematurely under moderate to heavy brake application. It has nearly caused our suv to roll-over on one occasion and frankly, we're afraid to simply sell it and pass the life threatening problem onto someone else. I am deeply disappointed with gmc for not addressing this deadly problem in the western states and only claiming that "snow belt" state vehicles are affected. Please help us and others that have been through the ringer with multiple gmc dealership service centers that refuse to admit that there is a glaring problem. Thank you. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 20000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | SIMI VALLEY, CA |
VIN pattern | 1GKEC13T11JXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 8 |
Drive train type | RWD |
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Vehicle speed | 50 |
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