10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #12

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 #11

Jun 112001

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS light came on while driving also, when engine was shut off fan kept going. Dealer replaced ABS motor. The rear window on passenger side leaks water. Driver side window rattles when closing door. Driver door squeaks when opening and closing. The front seat belt locks up. The front end was leaking due to front differential vent failure. Wiper blades failed. Driver?S seat would not move due to seat adjuster failure. The ABS light came on because the ABS motor was defective. Transmission was leaking. The battery was leaking and was replaced. The coolant light came on due to a leaking water pump.

- Omaha, NE, USA

problem #10

Mar 302000

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Without any indication, front end of vehicle locked up, causing consumer to lose control of vehicle. Dealer was contacted, and stated that subframe needed to be replaced. The front differential was torqued sideways and broken apart, causing the frame to have 2 breaks, this caused the front to lock up, also prior to this consumer complained of a delay between the forward and reverse, when a bump was felt when accelerating, consumer also heard a clunk noise, dealer drained and replaced the transfer case fluid twice. The engine sputters in 4 wheel low and there is a whine noise or pulley noise from the engine. The front seat arm rest fell off. The left front daytime lamp was full of water due to the assembly being improperly sealed at the factory. The brakes pulsated and pedal felt soft, dealer stated the right rear caliper was sticking and the front and rear rotors were corroded badly, causing the brake pads to wear. The electric brake was inoperable, dealer installed a new plug, the wiring harness was badly damaged. The power windows were inoperable. The left door creaks due to front door link being loose. Consumer was informed that he was supposed to sign a waiver because of the plow being placed onto the extended cab, this was because the installation was not recommended, however the consumer was never informed of this until after the installation and the problems with the vehicle.

- Peru, ME, USA

problem #9

Feb 201999

Silverado 3500 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 #8

Dec 201999

(reported on)

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • miles
Keyless entry failed.

- Grundy Center, IA, USA

problem #7

Feb 222000

Silverado 3500 4WD

  • miles
My vehicle dies while driving down the road, is very hard to start, right and third door had air and water leak, my truck also has a clanking noise underneath frame.

- Batesville, AR, USA

problem #6

Oct 112000

(reported on)

Silverado 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Door locks failed.

- El Cajon, CA, USA

problem #5

Oct 112000

(reported on)

Silverado 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Driver door is hard to close, wiring harness loose.

- El Cajon, CA, USA

problem #4

Oct 112000

(reported on)

Silverado 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Door locks failed.

- El Cajon, CA, USA

problem #3

Oct 112000

(reported on)

Silverado 3500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Driver door is hard to close, wiring harness loose.

- El Cajon, CA, USA

problem #2

Apr 281999

Silverado 3500

  • miles
The door leaks air and water came through into vehicle through door area.

- Elizabetht, KY, USA

problem #1

Jul 051999

Silverado 3500

  • miles
Automatic door lock: Once started the engine consumer is not able to unlock the door with the door lever.

- Knoxville, TN, USA