| Issue ID | 1304312 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10892164 |
| Manufacurer | General Motors LLC |
| Brand | CHEVROLET |
| Model | TAHOE |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| File date | 31/07/16 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Trying to come to a complete stop coming down a hill approaching stopped vehicles ahead when the the brake system failed the pedal went to the floor i fortunately was able stop before hitting anything or anyone including myself and my pets.... Used emergency break and put in park conducted investigation.. 1st checked the brake fluid and even though it was just topped off it was down to the minimum levels i next looked under the undercarriage and saw fluid leaking underneath. Since have had it looked at by a mechanic and said my breakline blew and possibly the others because of corrosion. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 66434 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | CORAOPOLIS, PA |
| VIN pattern | 1GNEK13Z04JXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 06/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 30 |
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