Chevrolet Silverado Reviews

I own a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. Give me a brake! At 35,000 miles the brake rotors ruster and warped. Turned front rotors and cleaned pads, replaced rear rotors and pads at no chage. At 66,800 miles the rotors rusted again -- replaced front pads and rotors and serviced calpiers. Rear pads worn, rotors rusted agin. Replaced front pads and rotors and serviced calpiers. Rear pads worn, rotors rusted also, replaced rear pads and rotors. Cost $1,160.00.

This is related to a 1999 GMC Sierra truck and I feel it's part of an ongoing problem with GM truck ABS systems. I've seen the recalls on northern trucks allegedly relating to snow and salt but this is a more serious issue relating to all of their 1999 and above trucks. Nothing serious has happened to me yet but I've had many close calls due to ABS engaging and pedal going to floor.

I called about the brakes on my 2004 chevy silverado pick-up. It has 4 wheel disc brakes and won't stop equally as well as the same model pickup with 2 wheel disc and 2 wheel drum brakes. They stated to me if the brakes check out at the dealer as performing as designed then nothing could be done. I insisted there is a design flaw with these brakes and wanted GM to replace the rear brakes with drum brakes. Their response was no.

I was involved in a low speed accident in June when my 2000 Chevy Tahoe failed to stop after applying the brakes. There were no skid marks, no air bags and the vehicle wouldn't stop. As a result I rear ended a vehicle in front of me. I informed the officer on the scene of the brakes failing and photographed the accident scene.

I have a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado pickup with roughly 68,000 miles on it. The truck failed inspection recently due to failing emergency / parking brakes. I bought the truck with 27,000 miles on it, along with a very expensive extended warranty. The dealership I bought it from tells me that the brake problem I'm experiencing is not covered under my extended warranty and there is no recall for the problem (although everyone seems to know about the widespread problems).

We have a 1994 S-10 Chevrolet truck. We have had problems with the anti-lock braking system, and have had to replace the whole module, at a cost of almost $1500.00. We believe that we are not the only owners of this particular vehicle who have had this problem.

I contacted this Chevrolet Dealer because my 1997 Tahoe is having the same problem with the anti lock braking system, as later models identified in the August 30th recall. It is my understanding the recall begins with 1999 models, although I suspect GM knows all to well the problem is also evident in earlier years. Why hasn't GM taken responsibility for the problem it has identified, but only partially addressed.

I was recently involved in a low speed accident in my 2001 Silverado pickup truck. I was in traffic that was moving at about 25 mph when the lead car had to slow pretty fast for a truck that was turning left across our lane. Every one else was able to stop with no problem. I was about the fifth person in line but my truck barely slowed when I stepped hard on the brake. I could feel the antilock brakes working in the pedal but it just rolled into the truck ahead of me.

My 2002 Silverado 2500 (50,000 mi) brakes were noisy about 3 months ago and were checked by a GM dealer and found to have some rust, but the pads were fine. Now, 3 months later, I have had to have all 4 brakes replaced "due to mud that packed into a rear brakecausing it to seize and causing extreme rusting of the other brakes". Cost = $1200. Even though this is out of warranty, an expensive "heavy duty" truck that gets treated very well should never have had brake failure like this.

Have 1998 Chevy Silverado Club Cab Pickup. The ABS brake system is malfunctioning when coming to a stop at slower speeds where the truck brakes won't let me stop which is going to cause an accident. I know there is a history with the ABS system problems on other models. I don't know why the '98s were left out. It has the same problem. This should be covered by the same recall as others!

I have a 2000 Chevy pick up that did not pass inspection due to wear of the emergency brake pad. I saw another gentleman from Odessa had the same problem. I had no idea there was a problem until it was time for the annual safety inspection. I too was told by the mechanic that repaired the brakes that this was a very common issue. When I contacted Chevrolet I was told they would keep my information and add it to there data base, but could do nothing about it. The truck has 79,000 mile on the original brakes and the mechanic said they were in good condition. I found it hard to understand how emergency brake pads could were our when never used, and the regular brakes are fine. The mechanic told me it was a very common problem on 1999-2004, and that Chevrolet had gone back to rear drum brakes on 2005 models. He also said GMC had the same issues.

Dysfunctional anti-lock brakes on my 2000 Chevy Ailverado 1/2 ton, resulting in a low speed collision

Purchased my 2001 Silverado 5.3L/V8 extended cab 1500 in 2002 with 19,000 miles on it. Had a few questions about the engine noise when startup occurs but I figured it was just a lifter ticking like most GM motors made. I was driving the other day and my brakes started grinding badly. Now I have never had very good brakes on this truck since the beginning and stopping sometimes seemed to be an issue before. I currently have it in the shop right now getting the rear brake rotors and shoes replaced which is going to cost me almost $1,000.00.

My 2001 Chevy Silverado 2500 Rear Brake rotors rusted out before the brake pads needed replacing. This was at 32,000 miles. Six months later at 43,000 miles,the front rotors did the same thing. The rust was so bad the the ABS brake speed sensor fell out.

The brake rotors on my 2000 Chevy Silverado 1500 4x4 with 5.7 liter engine "wore out" after about 30,000 miles. I've since had them replaced and the replacements are also starting to "wear out". It appears that the original equipment was low quality and the replacment parts aren't much better. I've talked to my Chevy dealer about it and they tell me there's nothing they can do. GM has not issued a recall. They may be issuing an ABS hub recall later this year however.

Anti-lock brakes engage at slow speed as described in the most recent recall of 804,000 GM trucks and SUV's. They recalled from 1999 to 2002. I have a 1997 GMC Yukon that does the same thing. I have spoken to other 97/98 Yukon and Tahoe owners who have the same problem. Some have already spent the money on the repair.

I have found out that GMC is recalling a large number of SUV's and Pickups, due to brake issues. I just had an accident where I believe my brakes were at fault. I have a 2002 GMC Sierra, and rear ended a car that stopped quickly in front of me. I rode the brakes, but could not seem to really stop quickly.

I have a 2000 Suburban and the anti lock brakes sometimes activate when coming to a stop and it slows down the vehicle brakes. I almost ran into the back of another vehicle parked at a stop light. This also happened to my wife on two occasions.

I bought a new Chevy Silverado 1500 in December 2002. It was a 2003 model. Yesterday I took the truck to the dealer because it was making noise when braking. There are 29,000 miles on the truck and the rear rotors were totally shot. The front rotors were in bad shape also but the garage turned them down, which I don't like because they are now thinner and will probably get hot and warp, and I will soon need new ones.

Purchased 2000 GMC Sierra 4dr.2wd 2500 series new in 2000 and now have only 31,000mi. on truck of which approx. 6,000 was expressway trip out west. When in dealership for tailgate cable recall I asked to have the brakes checked. Was informed truck needed all four rotors and pads replaced at an estimate of $500.00. With 40 years experience in auto repair I declined and checked the brakes when I got home.

I bought a used 99 Tahoe 2dr z71 from this dealer in Oct 03. I have been fighting a low brake pedal problem for almost 2 years. Anytime i try to stop quickly or make an emergency stop it doesn't happen, my pedal goes straight down to the floor and my stopping distance is increased, many close calls thank god, but 1 collision happened -- no damage no harm.

Brake rotors rusted out on 2002 Chev Silverado pickup after 14500 miles.Brake pads and rotors had to be replaced.GM advised that nothing would be covered because truck was not driven enough.

I would just like to finally voice my opinion about the problems that General Motors says they do not have with the brakes on the pick up trucks and in my own case the 2002 yukon XL that I own with 40000 miles that just seems to eat rotors -- 1st rear rotors at around 20000 miles. Just had them all replaced again , took a trip and had to pull the ABS fuse as I could not get it to stop.

I traded my 1999 truck which I bought new because of brake problems on a 2001 Chevy. I presenty have 60000 miles on it and have put about 4 sets of rotors and brakes on it and now having problems with the brakes pedal going to floor and not being able to stop.You never know when its going to happen.

I have 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2wd.with approx. 64000 mi. I have now replaced the brakes and rotors 3 times in the period I haved owned it and 1 rear caliper. I now have to replace 1 of the rear parking brake cable. I have always purchased Fords in the past and this is my first Chevrolet if GM does not come out with a resolution for this problem, I myself know that I will buy from another automaker, employee pricing or not!!!!!

My 2000 Chevrolet Silverado had all 4 rotors on the brake system rust and pit beyond repair -- truck had less than 8,000 miles on it. All brake pads needed to be replaced before 6,000 miles. The truck starter solenoid needed replaced. Air conditioner blower only works on high or off. The factory Firestone tires wore out in under 8000 miles. Presently the truck does not want to stop when you first start it up especially in reverse. The emergency brake does not hold. This will be my last $30,000 purchase from the general. I just purchased a 2005 ford F250 4x4 and we will see how they compare.

I have had brake problems with my 1999 3500 Silverado the entire time have have owned it. Twice, my wife rolled through stop signs with her foot firmly planted to the floor. The vehicle has been to two dealerships, one in Georgetown, Tx and one one in San Antonio, who both deny that there was anything wrong with the brakes despite the fact that during each visit, one of each of the front rotors had to be replaced. Today (6-14-05) I get called from the mechanic who states that both rotors should be replaced. So, both front rotors on this vehicle have been replaced before 25K and now again at 87k. No wonder GM is going down the toilet, they can't make a quality vehicle.

1998 Chevrolet K1500 extended cab, 4x4, shortbox pick up. Antilock brakes activate at speeds less than 10 mph making stopping distance longer than necessary. I feel that this is the same problem noted in 1999 and newer Silverados and other Chevy products.

I bought a new Chevy Silverado in 2000. Since buying it I have had many brake problems.With 17000 mi. the dealership replaced all rotors which were rusted and cracked under warranty. At 34000 miles I replaced rear rotors and pads not under warranty.After 24000 miles the abs system went haywire and I came very close to having an accident. I didn't have them repaired for fear I would only have to repair them again after a few thousand more miles.I removed the abs fuse and the brakes work as they should.I am sure GM will have to have a recall for saftey reason because every silverado owner with a 1999 to 2003 is having similar problems.

I have one of these noisy trucks, not only that I have the messed up brakes too. I have called and reported to GM about the problems and I get the same thing, it is normal for a truck to sound like that. Brakes that is another story, I haven't even touched this one yet, after the results I got from GM on the piston slapping, I am wondering if it is even worth my time and effort to try to attempt the brake issue.

On July 10 2004 my Chevrolet Silverado crew cab Duramax started on fire while sitting in my driveway. The milege was 47,800 miles. The insurance company hired a fire investigator who determined that one of the wiring harnesses following the drivers side frame rail at the firewall wore through or was frayed by the inner fender. The three harnesses are poorly supported on 2001 and 2002 diesel and gas trucks.

I purchased a new 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Heavy Duty 4x4 Pickup truck in May 2002. In August 2002 at approximately 5000 miles I noticed a loud rapping, knocking noise coming from my engine. I made an appointment with the dealer and they confirmed my worse suspicions.

I have a 1994 Chevy Silverado, 4.3l V-6 with 4L60E transmission. I bought the truck with 84k miles on it. There was a noise and a problem with the transmission I didn't notice until I had purchased the truck. The transmission wouldn't shift into 1st after a stop until I started to accelerate.

I have a 1998 Chevrolet 1500 pickup. I have had numerous problems with the cooling system since I purchased the truck new in 1998. At about 40,000 miles the water pump went out and I had to replace it. At about 49,000 miles the heater core burst and I had to replace it. At about 50,000 miles the heater core went out again. Once again at about 51,000 the heater core went out again. Today at about 53,000 the heater core has gone out again. I have always noticed the smell of antifreeze in my truck.

My truck is a 2000 Silverado with 107,000 miles. I use it quite a lot as you can see with the miles traveled in 2 1/2 years. I bought it new and had no trouble until 49,700 miles. Transmission died. Extended warranty co. replaced it. 97,800 miles tranny shot again. Replaced again this time with only a 12,000-mile warranty. I have 2 years left on the mortgage. How many more trannies will I put in this pig?

I leased a new 1999 Silverado on 7/19/99. On 10/27/00 with 18,158 miles on it, the vehicle cut off while I was driving. For 27 consecutive days, the truck was in the shop. First the starter sensor was replaced, then a crank sensor was replaced, then an oil leak was repaired, then I had a brand new engine put in, then my brakes were worked on, then oxygen sensor #1 was replaced, and other complaints were looked at.