The problem
Certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles May experience unwanted antilock brake system (ABS) activation. This condition is more likely to occur in environmentally corrosive areas. This recall will be launched in the "salt belt" states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maryland, massachusetts, maine, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia only.
The risk
This can cause increased stopping distances during low-speed brake applications, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers are to remove the wheel speed sensor and thoroughly clean the wheel speed sensor mounting surface on the bearing, apply rust inhibitor to the cleaned surface, grease the mounting surface, reinstall the wheel speed sensor, and check the peak-to-peak output voltage to ensure the wheel speed signal is within specifications. The recall began September 22, 2005. Owners May contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-379 (05V379000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 05068 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip |
| Report date | August 29, 2005 |
| Owners notified | September 22, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,353,718 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche
- 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
- 2000 Chevrolet Silverado
- 2001 Chevrolet Silverado
- 2002 Chevrolet Silverado
- 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
- 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
- 2002 Chevrolet Suburban
- 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 1999 GMC Sierra
- 2000 GMC Sierra
- 2001 GMC Sierra
- 2002 GMC Sierra
- 2000 GMC Yukon
- 2001 GMC Yukon
- 2002 GMC Yukon
- 2000 GMC Yukon XL
- 2001 GMC Yukon XL
- 2002 GMC Yukon XL
Owner complaints about the brakes
- 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche brake problems 200
- 1999 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems 1,003
- 2000 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems 607
- 2001 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems 418
- 2002 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems 350
- 2000 Chevrolet Suburban brake problems 98
- 2001 Chevrolet Suburban brake problems 178
- 2002 Chevrolet Suburban brake problems 127
- 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe brake problems 136
- 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe brake problems 272
- 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe brake problems 182
- 1999 GMC Sierra brake problems 338
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-379 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers are to remove the wheel speed sensor and thoroughly clean the wheel speed sensor mounting surface on the bearing, apply rust inhibitor to the cleaned surface, grease the mounting surface, reinstall the wheel speed sensor, and check the peak-to-peak…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,353,718 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.