10.0

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

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problem #130

Mar 312001

Silverado 2500

  • miles
Since ownership of vehicle, consumer has experienced intermittent brake problems, ABS and brake warning lights come on, consumer took vehicle into dealership to have vehicle inspected, the problem was fixed but consumer was advised that brakes were not covered under warranty therefore the charge for fixing problem was $925.15 consumer then contacted manufacturer on 4-6-01 and was told that a resolution would take 48 hours, as of 4-19-01 still no resolution, consumer was advised by manufacturer that dealer was contacted and the dealer states they had no record of vehicle or service.

- New Braunfels, TX, USA

problem #129

Apr 182001

Silverado 2500

  • miles
I contacted Chevrolet about the fauilure of the control module. The customer service people did not seem to think that this was very important that the module failed, nor could they tell me why it failed, or if it would fail again leaving my truck without the ABS working.

- Lumberton, TX, USA

problem #128

Feb 201999

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
I was driving at about 30mph, aloud humming noise started, and my ABS light came on.I turned off the ignition, but the noise continued.I found the humming noise coming from under the truck, on the drivers side, under door area.there is a black"box" with 2 electrical plugs.it was necessary to pull one of the plugs to get the humming to stop.but now my ABS light and my brake lights are on all the time on dash.took the truck to original dealership, and was told that the ABS pump and module both went bad.I was told that the cost to repairs would be $1685.66.I just can't believe that both parts went bad.the truck is only 2 years old.now I am driving with my truck in this condition, because I don't have enough available cash on hand to have the repairs done.(2) both drivers side and passenger side windows rattle when they are down.it doesn't matter how far down the windows are.I'm waiting for them to break.it sounds as if they are ready to fall off the track.this has been a problem since I purchased the truck.I told the dealer about it, but nothing was ever done to correct the problem.(3)also, on the front passenger door, there is an air leak when I am driving, again told dealer, and nothing was done.(4)on the third door on right side, rear, water leaks in around glass.took it back to dealer, & was told they couldn't find the reason for the water leak.still continues to leak, when it rains or I wash the truck.another problem I have is with the truck hydroplaneing in the rain.this has also been going on since I purchased truck new in Feb.1999.lost total control on one occasion.truck went completely sideways on roadway.I was traveling at about 50mph.,in a 60mph zone.I was in traffic at the time, the other vehicles around me realzed the situation, and backed off giving me room.when I finally regained control, I pulled off of the highway.I was very badly shaken from the experience (tiresize: P265-75R16)( dot number: Tire size: P265-75R16 )

- Hondo, TX, USA

problem #127

Apr 102001

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer was traveling 60mph and ABS warning came on and stayed on. Consumer pulled fuse and used regular brakes. Dealer replaced ABS module, and systems was back to normal.

- Bemidji, MN, USA

problem #126

Apr 012001

Silverado 2500

  • miles
ABS brake system is out this is a very common problem on 1999 Chevrolet trucks. The system has a internal short circuit and the ABS pump runs with key turned off. The system shuts done a ABS does not work. The repair bill is 1000 dollars to fix this problem and ost people pull thhe fuse instead of spending that kind of money.. this problem is a major expense and common problem is there a recall in the works for this problem.

- Bells, TX, USA

problem #125

May 032001

Silverado 2500

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
ABS motor shorted out, motor runs constantly when starting vehicle.

- Barrels, TX, USA

problem #124

Apr 102001

Silverado 2500

  • miles
ABS unit failed. ABS light on dash illluminated. Had to remove fuse. 1st dealer said okay to remove fuse.when we took it in to the dealer we were told it was too bad we don't have the extended warranty. The ABS module usually fails after the 36,000 mile warranty expires.

- Chino, CA, USA

problem #123

Apr 082001

Silverado 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS light came on and there was a humming noise coming from underneath vehicle once ABS was engaged. Consumer pulled fuse to stop the noise and it shut ABS system off. Dealer would have to charge $750. Consumer went to an independent dealer. But, consumer is still experincing a problem when the brakes are applied. Vehicle slides like before. Consumer seems to think ABS is faulty. The ABS system had failed, and the consumer's survey indicated that thousands of consumers had been experiencing the problem.

- Monroe, LA, USA

problem #122

Apr 062001

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
No summary listed for above vehicle.

- Glenarm, IL, USA

problem #121

Jan 172001

Silverado 2500

  • miles
My 1999 Silverado pickup has 66,000+ miles at 60,221 miles the "ABS" light came on and the unit directly below the driver's seat that is mounted to the frame began to humm continuosly. After checking with my Chevrolet dealer where I purchased the vehicle, he explained that the cost of replacement for the unit in question was $728. I asked the service manager if it would be okay to continue driving the vehicle if I unplugged it. He assured me that it was okay. After doing some investigating & questioning other owners I found that they too had experienced problems with the ABS system. It is my opinion that the failure of such an expensive, major safety component at only 60,000 is excessive and dangerous. The ABS module is the heart of the ABS system and without it the vehicle is rendered undriveable and unsafe. This vehicle has already had three recalls, although minor in comparison, but recalls none-the-less. I consider the failure of the ABS system serious and a major flaw in the design of this vehicle.

- Ash Grove, MO, USA

problem #120

Mar 292001

Silverado 2500

  • miles
Antitlock brakes failure, module went out on three different vehicles at 40,000 miles.

- Jackson, MS, USA

problem #119

Apr 022001

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
Power window motor fails, drops glass down inside panel, replaced 4 month old motor going out. Window will not respond. Power locks; remote keyless entry would not open doors, locked out of vehicle several times. Inside manual locks have quit working won't unlock, persons have been locked in vehicle! including children with adult. ABS motor won't shut off, pulled fuse, dealer says the motor wiring is shorting out, don't know why, driving through rain or car wash may be cause. ??

- Prior Lake, MN, USA

problem #118

Apr 062001

Silverado 2500

  • miles
Gas pedal stuck down, could not control vehicle due to slippery road could not brake due to antilock brake system.

- San Mateo, CA, USA

problem #117

Mar 142001

Silverado 2500 4WD

  • miles
Tire failed when the truck was parked. The brakes do not always apply full braking when the peddle is pushed to the floor. This is not the ABS activating. The braking distance may be 3 to 4 times what it should be. The dealer tested the the brake system and test drove it and said that everything is normal. The peddle travel does not seem to have enough to allow for variations in the system. I believe this is a design defect. (tiresize: P265/75R16)( dot number: Tire size: P265/75R16 )

- Colorado Springs, CO, USA

problem #116

Apr 082001

Silverado 2500

  • miles
Consumer was traveling at approximately 60 mph under wet rainy conditions when control of the vehicle was lost. Consumer applied brakes and vehicle slid into a jersey wall head-on. Driver's and passenger's air bags failed to deploy. Dealership has not looked at vehicle to determine reason that air bags failed to deploy. Allstate insurance company was currently in possession of vehicle. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

- Corpris Christie, TX, USA

problem #115

Feb 152001

Silverado 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer contacted the dealership in regard to recall 00V345000 concerning ABS brake system. Dealership informed consumer that replacement part was not available to repair recalled part. Please provide any additional information/attachments. Consumer was advised that there was some signs of wear on other vehicles that had been inspected, but was advised they would call consumer once part came in.

- Shippensburg, PA, USA

problem #114

Apr 022001

Silverado 2500

  • miles
Consumer was traveling 30mph on hiighway with rear disc brakes that were metal chunks flying off of brakes while traveling. He was able to take vehicle to a dealership safely. Dealership was aware of problem.

- Naudinway, MI, USA

problem #113

Mar 142001

Silverado 2500

  • miles
No summery listed for above vehicle. (tiresize: 255 70 R16)( dot number: Tire size: 255 70 R16 )

- Davie, FL, USA

problem #112

Mar 292001

Silverado 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS pump was constantly running, no ABS braking action during that time. Also, this would have caused battery to drain. Took vehicle to dealer who replaced ABS pump.

- Brandywine, WV, USA

problem #111

Apr 042001

(reported on)

Silverado 2500

  • miles
While traveling ABS indicator light was on. Technician stated ABS system was bad, and needed to be replaced.

- Chesterfield, VA, USA

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