3.9

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
30,640 miles

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problem #5

Mar 292012

Silverado 8-cyl

  • 153,200 miles
Rusted steel brake line burst leaking brake fluid and loss of brakes. Fortunately(?) this occurred when vehicle was parked as brake was applied to shift transmission out of "park". it could have resulted in a major collision. Upon inspection, all of the steel brake lines are badly corroded, and need to be replaced to safely operate the vehicle. 3 years ago, I had to replace corroded rotors due to corrosion as well. From what I have learned, this is an epidemic for GM trucks of this era. Is GM liable for these costly repairs?

- Ansonia, CT, USA

problem #4

Mar 162006

Silverado 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Chevrolet Silverado was taken to dealer in March 2006 for 100K service. Dealer stated the fuel line is so badly rusted that he could not replace the fuel filter for fear of rupturing the gas line. When I suggested replacing the entire fuel line the estimate was $999.90 due to extensive labor cost.

- Manakin Sabot, VA, USA

problem #3

Dec 032001

Silverado 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Engine check light keeps coming on, then vehicle starts to lose power, this has happened while on highway, and it is very unsafe.. consumer stated the instrument panel is loose causing rattling noise from passenger side air bag area and top of instrumental panel, the third brake light is inoperative and drivers window power regulator failed causing noise, the fuel filter was replaced.

- El Paso, TX, USA

problem #2

Jan 312001

Silverado 4WD

  • miles
Engine light stays on;motor roars;in shop 5 times;replaced fuel injectors, fuel filter, fuel injectors again, replaced gaskets, O-rings, brake line, etc. Because they said there was water in gas tank causing the problem. Service engine lights stays on, motor still making noise, 200 miles from being out of warrenty. This problem has continued for 7,000 miles and going on 7 months. Cannot leave town in my new truck, cannot get withing 30 miles of home, stays parked in yard. This vehicle is a piece of made in the usa trash. Lemon?

- Sidon, MS, USA

problem #1

Nov 262000

Silverado 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle stalled out and died and leaked fuel due to faulty fuel lines. Dealer has repaired vehicle.

- Patchogue, NY, USA