10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
45,296 miles

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problem #14

Jul 122016

Silverado 3500

  • miles
Get in the truck when its cold starts on first try. You drive the truck when it gets hot and stop to purchase something then you get back into the truck put the key in the ignition try to start. It will not start just cranks. I have to let the truck sit for about 10 to 15 minutes then it may start. This problem has cost me (2) new fuel pumps at the GM dealers stranded me in the parking lots in the desert towing etc. After researching they say it is a pass lock problem something about security/ theft. I'm the original owner truck was always hard to start more than3to 4 cranks. Why hasn't this been on a recall for GM?

- Meridian, ID, USA

problem #13

Jan 012011

Silverado 3500

  • 90,000 miles
My truck shut off while driving on the freeway at freeway speeds. I was able to turn the truck back on and headed to a repair shop where I was notified it was the ignition switch which needed to be replaced. There was no warning prior to the incident (no issues with starting or shutting off while in motion).

- Apache Junction, AZ, USA

problem #12

Mar 152006

Silverado 3500 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 145,000 miles
: the contact stated the instrument cluster failed and the gear shift indicator did not illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who recommended replacing the instrument cluster to repair the problem. However, the instrument cluster previously was replaced for the same problem.

- Oconomowoc, WI, USA

problem #11

Oct 242005

Silverado 3500 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 56,000 miles
I have been having trouble with the brakes on my pickup truck causing my truck to want to go into a spin when I try to stop. The truck pulls to either the left or right when slowing to a stop. I brought it to the dealer to have the problem checked out and they told me the brakes just needed cleaning. The problem continued after the cleaning and recently I noticed the ABS system kicking in also. I heard about a recall involving 1999 vintage GM pickup trucks having a problem with the ABS brakes so I inquired with GM about the recall. I was told that there were no recalls on my vehicle; a 1999 Chevy Silverado 3500. I also read a couple of news articles that said GM wasn't finding enough evidence here in the us to justify a recall on these vehicles. I haven't had an accident caused by this yet and I hope that I don't but winter is coming and the likelihood will increase due to the driving conditions.

- Fitchburg, MA, USA

problem #10

Sep 222005

Silverado 3500 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The contact states he was working on a vehicle in customer car shop in miami. He was taking the doors off when within 15 minutes to a 1/2 hour he smelled smoke. The whole dashboard underneath the steering wheel was on fire. Everything under the hood caught on fire. The fire spread from the dashboard to the back of the car. The fire department seem to think it was electrical. The whole shop burned down because of the vehicle fire. The fire department was called. Two fire marshals came and they questioned the wiring. The police department was also called. This happened on 9-22-05.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #9

Sep 292004

Silverado 3500 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 60,942 miles
The transmission was serviced more than four times while under warranty for the vehicle revving and sticking in gear. The vehicle has been maintained as it should have been. The manufacture offered no help. The engine had come on, the fuel gauge did not read correctly, transmission slipped, the C control would not engage and a green and white wire at the pin circuit was loose, and the sensor in the washer jug was bad.

- Bristol, TN, USA

problem #8

Jun 152004

Silverado 3500 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 70,000 miles
The rotors rusted. The manufacturer stated that repairs were not covered since the consumer lived in new england. Salt from the snow caused the problem. The pedal had gone to the floor, C/C light would stay on until the vehicle was shut off, the gas pedal would stick/throttle body, and there was a clinging noise, the master cylinder was inoperative, and the rear rotors were pitted and rusting.

- Easthampton, MA, USA

problem #7

Mar 112004

(reported on)

Silverado 3500

  • 83,000 miles
Consumer complained about an indicator light problem (shift indicator and odometer). The dashboard was totally digital, and the lights completely stopped working.

- Griffin, GA, USA

problem #6

Mar 012003

Silverado 3500 8-cyl

  • 31,000 miles
Faulty 4 wheel drive switches &ABS modules running non stop. Dealer says they see a lot of these but there are no recalls. An average of 1 per week.

- Maysville, KY, USA

problem #5

Dec 052003

Silverado 3500 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 45,000 miles
1999, Chevrolet, Silverado, at 45000 miles the ABS light came on. The ABS motor continued to run even when the engine was turned off. It seemed like this was a safety issue and numerous incidents of this problem occurred. The module was replaced by the dealer. This problem made the ABS inoperative. The problem was diagnosed as an electrical failure.

- Alpharetta, GA, USA

problem #4

Oct 152002

Silverado 3500 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 53,200 miles
The brakes locked up, which caused the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance. The consumer lost control as he drove through a puddle of four inch water due to the electronic control module shorting out which caused the antilock to fail. Scc

- Davidsonville, MD, USA

problem #3

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 #2

Sep 042001

(reported on)

Silverado 3500

  • miles
Component crank sensor replaced each time. Vehicle continues to have electronic/fuel related problem.R

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #1

Jan 052001

(reported on)

Silverado 3500

  • miles
Headlights failed twice without warning while driving at night. Due to a wire that shorted out. But consumer is still having other related electrical problems.

- Sumner, GA, USA