5.4

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
16,818 miles

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problem #11

Apr 042018

Silverado 3500

  • miles
I need to know if this vehicle is a GMC or Chevy because I have taken it to the mechanic many occasions and I always have problems with parts that don't fit. No I have always had problems with the steering it's very hard to control while driving I picking up two mechanics different times relating that issue and they say everything is fine but it really isn't I purchased this vehicle use I would also like to know if there are any recallsor if it has been involved in major accidents thank you very much

- Sun Valley, NV, USA

problem #10

Mar 022005

Silverado 3500 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Steering wheel and brakes failed while driving. Driver drove vehicle home. Then, driver contacted a mechanic for an appointment.

- Eagles Mere, PA, USA

problem #9

Oct 012004

Silverado 3500 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 70,000 miles
The steering is hard at times when at an idle and slower speeds. Feels like the power assist stops working and is a hazard by not being able to steer.

- Saco, ME, USA

problem #8

Sep 302004

Silverado 3500

  • 115,000 miles
There was a rattling noise in the steering column. The noise occurred while driving or turning. The consumer was informed by another Chevrolet owner that they were experiencing the same problem and it was due to a defect in the intermediate steering shaft and brushing. The dealership will be contacted.

- Richland, WA, USA

problem #7

Dec 122002

Silverado 3500

  • miles
The steering wheel failed to turn when the vehicle was in idle.

- Huson, MT, USA

problem #6

May 102002

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While at dealership for repair work mechanic determined that rear rotors were crumbling and needed to be replaced, drums and lining as well. The emergency brake was not working. The rear brakes were corroded and worn out. The rear brake pads and both rear rotors were replaced. The brake shoes on both sides were replaced. There was a squeaking noise in the front end when the vehicle goes over bumps. The driver door panel failed and was reinstalled, also the arm rest for the bucket seat pops off constantly, seat belts lock up after being replaced twice under recall, the steering joint was repaired, also when consumer steps on the gas, the truck does not move for a few seconds, the rear window was replaced, due to leaking, and the engine hesitates.

- Banner Elk, NC, USA

problem #5

Aug 162000

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When applying brakes at any speed brake pedal goes down more than it should, it feels spongy, and braking distance is extended. Dealer has replaced front and rear rotors 3 times. Once due to rust, other times dealer did not know what else to do. Front and rear pads were replaced twice. Consumer states there is a noise in the steering, also seat belt was hanging up, the underhood lamp was inoperative, an horn acting erractically.

- Freedom, PA, USA

problem #4

Jan 152001

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • miles
The components on this truck ranging from the engine and drivetrain, windows, streering gear and shafts, E-brake lines, fuel pedal linkage and now the fuel gae itself has been a constant source of problems for me since the turch wes only a few months old ( 8,000 miles). Chevrolet has admitted that they knwon of most of the major problems but has indicated that they are "working on a fix". yet I have to contiune to drive the vehicle. I need some help.onsta

- Cambridge, MA, USA

problem #3

Aug 082000

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
PE00 020; consumer took vehicle to dealership because he was having problem with steering. Mechanic told him that front driver's tire tread had separated from wheel. Tires were Firestone wilderness #at P26575R16/114S/M/S. dealership replaced the tire. Firestone Wilderness AT P265/75/R16

- Cleveland, OK, USA

problem #2

Sep 011999

Silverado 3500

  • miles
Intermittently while braking steering malfunctioned, causing vehicle to go to the right unexpectedly which may cause a crash.

- Burnfville, MN, USA

problem #1

Jul 261999

(reported on)

Silverado 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Steering wheel will not return to the center / straight after making a turn. Possible alignment failure. However, dealer cannot determine the problem.

- Pensacola, FL, USA