10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
42 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
20 / 0
Average Mileage:
18,070 miles

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problem #250

Apr 182002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS light came on at 40 mph. When shutting off engine ABS pump kept running. Dealer determined ABS pump needed to be replaced. Consumer feels Chevrolet should pay for the service of their failed component. Also the steering clunks when going over bumps.

- Breezy Point, MN, USA

problem #249

Apr 172002

(reported on)

Silverado 2500

  • miles
Consumer stated the ABS light comes on and engine starts making a noise. When vehicle is shut offthe ABS motor continues to run. Nlm

- Brandon, SD, USA

problem #248

Apr 092002

Silverado 2500

  • miles
The ABS motor won't shut off. I had to remove the fuse.

- Waterford, MI, USA

problem #247

Sep 132001

Silverado 2500

  • miles
ABS module has failed I have been told by some techs that work in dealerships that this has occured in other makes and models like mine. They are telling me it will cost me $900 to fix it, meantime I have no ABS brakes.

- Owosso, MI, USA

problem #246

Apr 012002

(reported on)

Silverado 2500

  • miles
Upon placing vehicle in park ABS brake system was running after vehicle was turned off. Took vehicle to dealer, and mechanic advised consumer to unplug ABS system or have it replaced.

- Tullahoma, TN, USA

problem #245

Mar 252002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer states the ABS motor remained on after turning off the vehicle, dealer notified. Nlm

- Ashford, AL, USA

problem #244

Feb 012002

Silverado 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
At 60 mph there was vibration and shaking in vehicle when braking, dealer determined the ABS pump needs to be replaced. Nlm

- Chino Hills, CA, USA

problem #243

Mar 112002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
A recall was issued for this problem on 2000 models, however, my truck is a 1999. I doubt this was a coincidence since I had the exact same failure. This part is virtually impossible to abuse under any driving condition. I feel this part is inherently defective and GM should shoulder the $1,000 repair bill.

- San Jose, CA, USA

problem #242

Jan 082002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
ABS light illuminated while driving; upon parking vehicle with ignition off, ABS motor continuously running, requiring fuse to be pulled to deactivate pump; service technician identified bad control module and ABS pump/motor; current technical service bulletin #220101; Chevy first agreed to reimburse 25% of repair (parts only) but would not honor after they learned of independent garage repair.

- Brunswick, GA, USA

problem #241

Jan 012002

Silverado 2500

  • miles
While traveling on highway ABS braking light and parking brake warning light appeared on dashboard. Applied brakes, pedal vibrated and went all the way down to the floor. Dealership was aware of problem.

- Honolulu, HI, USA

problem #240

Mar 122002

(reported on)

Silverado 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer has to go under vehicle to disengage engine from running upon turning vehicle off. The ABS brake system collapsed while driving. Heavy drain on engine and battery. The regular brakes remained functional.

- Chico, CA, USA

problem #239

Mar 082002

Silverado 2500

  • miles
ABS braking light came on T dashboard, and when he applying brakes there was a humming noise coming from underneath the wheels.

- Oakdale, CA, USA

problem #238

Jan 152002

Silverado 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
After turning off the vehicle ABS motor continued to run. Dealer was notified.

- Port Royal, SC, USA

problem #237

Feb 052002

Silverado 2500

  • miles
ABS unit went out last month; continued to run after motor was shut off; after checking around, unable to locate part because all on used vehicles are already gone on this year model. Have also found out that several other people that I know have had the same problem with the same year model ABS unit. Only unit that can be found is a new unit through GM at the dealer not at an auto parts store at all. They cannot keep them in stock. Suggest that there is a defect in this unit. Have mine still disconnected till I can find one that is not $700+ dollars, but have checked the web around the us and am still unable to locate any for a 1999 chev. Pu. suggest there is a problem.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #236

Feb 192002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
The truck was started and the ABS motor started a whirring sound and would not shut off. The manufacturer, Chevrolet, informed me that because I'm out of the warranty period there's nothing they can do and that there is no history of this defect.

- Reading, PA, USA

problem #235

Mar 022002

(reported on)

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
I have complained of a very soft brake pedal, will go almost to the floor, the problem still exists, I feel very unsafe driving this vehicle. The dealer said this is a normal feel.

- Northfield, OH, USA

problem #234

Jun 012001

Silverado 2500

  • miles
While driving at highway speed anti lock brake light illuminated. Driver shut off truck and removed key. Driver could hear a loud buzzing noise that would not stop. Driver located box were noise was coming, M and could feel heat, and it was getting hotter. Consumer had to unhook battery cable. Consumer felt vehicle could have caught on fire. Chevrolet has been contacted.

- Melvindale, MI, USA

problem #233

Mar 022002

Silverado 2500

  • miles
ABS braking light appear on dashboard permanently. There is a loss of braking power. Dealership is aware of problem.

- Camdenton, MI, USA

problem #232

Feb 262002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
ABS motor continues to run after engine is turned off. ABS motor is located in terrible position under driver side door. Bolts to system have rusted due to placement of motor. ABS light stays on and motor runs continuously. Dealer says problem is electronic brake control module. Very expensive to replace and will problably just happen again in another 45,000 miles. Some dealers say just to disconnnect fuse to ABS motor, which could lead to a major problem. Chevrolet should make this a recall.

- Huntingtown, MD, USA

problem #231

Feb 242002

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
No summary listed for above vehicle.

- Yuba City, CA, USA

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