Common signs that indicate your commercial truck brakes need repair include squealing or grinding noises, reduced braking power, pulling to one side while braking, vibrating or pulsating brake pedal, and a dashboard brake warning light.
It is recommended to have your commercial truck brakes inspected and serviced at least once a year or every 15,000 miles, whichever comes first. However, it is important to also have them checked if you notice any signs of brake issues.
Common reasons for commercial truck brake failures include worn brake pads or shoes, overheating due to heavy loads or steep terrain, leaking brake fluid, contaminated brake components, and faulty brake calipers or cylinders.
While some basic maintenance tasks such as changing brake pads or checking brake fluid levels can be done by a skilled individual, it is highly recommended to have complex brake repairs and replacements done by a professional mechanic with experience in commercial truck brake systems.
The time it takes to repair commercial truck brakes varies depending on the extent of the damage and the specific components that need to be repaired or replaced. In general, brake repairs can take anywhere from a few hours to a full day.
The cost of commercial truck brake repair can vary depending on the extent of the damage, the specific components that need to be repaired or replaced, and the labor rates of the mechanic or repair shop. On average, commercial truck brake repairs can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars.