Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | |||||
| 3009 | 05/01/2008 | 3009H | 10021013 | Suspension vibration or frame beaming at 40 - 60 mph. *kb updated 8/25/08. *pe | 02/22/2007 |
| 020307002 | 03/01/2005 | 020307002A | 10014945 | Revised front caster and camber adjustment procedure. original not yet received. *tt | 05/12/2005 |
| 040310002 | 04/01/2004 | 10012626 | New flexible spare tire hoist tool available to assist in lowering/removing spare tire. *tt | 03/08/2005 | |
| 3009A | 3009B | 10008845 | Suspension vibration or frame beaming at 40 -60 mph. *mj | 08/24/2004 | |
| 030310006 | 09/01/2005 | 10005554 | Reference guide for the technician to upgrade a vehicle from factory wheels and tires to 20 inch wheels and tires, which are available through gmspo. *tt | 03/02/2004 | |
| 01555 | 01/01/2004 | 10005395 | D height specification missing from si. sit bulletin 1410632. *tt | 02/24/2004 | |
| 030309002 | 07/01/2007 | 030309002B | 10005181 | Rear leaf spring slap or clunk noise (replace spring inserts) *tt updated 10/18/07. *nj | 02/11/2004 |
| 030310001 | 01/01/2008 | 030310001D | 10000959 | Tire slowly goes flat and/or excessive wheel vibration caused by bead splits (replace wheels with new heavy duty rim version) *tt *ar updated 4/11/08. *nj | 04/09/2003 |
| 270901 | 09/27/2001 | 626427 | Some vehicles equipped with 4-wheel drive extended cab and short bed may experience a bump or clunk on stop or acceleration. *slc | 12/14/2001 | |
| 000310008 | 12/01/2000 | 623044 | Some customers may comment that they are unable to lower the spare tire. *tt | 10/25/2001 | |
| 990309003 | 10/01/1999 | 6088678 | Vehicles with 4l60-e automatic transmissions may exhibit vibration during acceleration from 0 - 40 km/h (0-25 mph). *tt | 12/29/1999 | |
| 990309002 | 08/01/1999 | 607591 | Experiencing a vibration and lateral shake on smooth road surfaces. *tt | 09/29/1999 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||||
| 01712 | 01/01/2004 | 10006411 | Left front of vehicle sits low. sit bulletin 1454860. *tt | 05/03/2004 | |
| 990308002A | 05/01/2004 | 990308002B | 611289 | Front suspension coil spring noise. *tt | 06/01/2000 |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY - U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE | |||||
| 3340 | 09/23/2006 | 3340C | 10020874 | Left front axle shaft difficult to remove. axle differential leak seal shaft. *kb | 01/25/2007 |
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY - U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE | |||||
| 00347A | 11/18/2003 | 10004123 | Rear spring slap or clunk noise. *tt | 11/19/2003 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 09/27/2012 | 59000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer for brake service and was informed that the frame and brake lines were completely rusted. the contact was also told that the vehicle could no longer be driven. the vin was not available. the failure and the current mileages were 59,000. kmj | |||
| 09/27/2012 | 59000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer for brake service and was told the frame had rusted out on the vehicle. the contact was told that the vehicle could no longer be driven. the rust included the brake lines as well. the was not available. the failure mileage and current mileages were 59,000.rl | |||
| 05/30/2004 | 52000 | 1 | |
| After turning the vehicle off consumer heard humming sound coming from under the vehicle. the humming continued until the battery was disconnected. *ak | |||
| 8 | |||
| The front end of the vehicle vibrated at any speed, which made it difficult to control vehicle, the vehicle was service 8 times, with no remedy.*jb | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer states after installing trailmaster suspension lift kit, the vehicle wanders when hitting bumps, the steering is hard to control, there is excessive tire wear and the steering stabilizers have worn out. an alignment was performed and tires were balance, but problem still exist. manufacturer notified. *tt | |||
| 01/13/2000 | |||
| Whenever turning a corner or hitting a bump or crack in road, steering would make clunking noise. have been to the dealership 3 times, but mechanic could not locate or resolve problem. *ak | |||
| Intermittently when making a left or right hand turn vehicle will lose rpms and acceleration power which has caused crash. only way to regain power back is by straightening steering wheel. dealer cannot determine cause of defect.*ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| The vehicle rattles going over small bumps. *mjs | |||
| 04/09/1999 | 1 | 03/30/1999 | |
| Vehicle vibrates while driving at speeds over 60 mph, dealer has been unable to correct the problem | |||
| 04/29/2000 | 04/01/1999 | ||
| Steering wheel vibrates at 58-70. dealer changed tires 4 times, rims twice. three sets goodyear and one of general tire. took to dealer 7 times. dealer and manufacturer say this is normal operation.*ak | |||
| 05/01/1999 | |||
| Vibration throughtout vehicle. *ak( dot number: w273wma029 tire size: p265/75r16 ) | |||
| 09/26/1999 | 1 | 08/26/1999 | |
| The truck has a vibration under the seat at speed of 40 mph. yh | |||
| 11/16/1999 | 3 | 05/01/1999 | |
| Vehicle has a vibration/noise from 40mph to interstate speeds. more noticeable with load in cargo area, or 2 passengers in rear seat. vehicle has been taken to dealership 3 times. undetermined vibration. last time vehicle taken in, dealership removed/adjusted/reinstalled dashboard(alleged cause of problem). no fix. now has wind noise from windhield area at highway speeds. tires have been rotated, still has noise/vibration at highway speeds. steering wheel vibrates(shimmies) at highway speeds. *ak | |||
| 12/06/1999 | 4 | 10/01/1999 | |
| Intermitent vibration between 45 & 75. new tires have not corrected problem. *ak | |||
| 09/01/1999 | 2 | 12/01/1998 | |
| Knocking and vibration in steering column. dealer twice to fix not fixed yet. *ak | |||
| 04/04/1999 | |||
| While driving there is a lot of vibration & noise coming from steering wheel, mainly while turning or braking, speed was not a factor. took vehicle back to dealership for correction, but was informed by mechanic that it couldn't be repaired. took vehicle back a second time and grease was repacked in the lower unit to temporarily fix the problem. *ak *ml | |||
| 05/19/1999 | 3 | ||
| While driving over 60 mph vehicle has hard vibration which may result in loss of vehicle control. or over time may lose any important parts. been to dealer 3 times, and dealer replaced tires. dealer could not determine the cause of the problem. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 03/01/1999 | |||
| 60-75mph vibration, steering knock, rear end rattle | |||
| Vehicle shakes excessively at 60mph. dealer has not seen vehicle. *ak | |||
| While driving and pulling a trailer vehicle vibrates hard which may cause a loss of vehicle control. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 03/01/1999 | |||
| Intermittently while driving vehicle vibrates at any speeds which may cause a loss of vehicle control and crash. please provide further information and vin#. *ak | |||
| 08/10/1999 | 2 | 03/25/1999 | |
| When reaching speeds of 60 to 70 mph, vehicle experiences excessive vibration. dealer has seen vehicle twice, and still no solution. *ak | |||
| 06/17/1999 | |||
| While driving a t45mph a lot of vibrations occurs on passenger's side. the side view mirror would shake. had vehicle in shop 9 days to correct problem. the tires & rims where checked, balanced & replaced. the driveshaft was also replaced. the problem has since returned. *ak | |||
| 08/17/1999 | 2 | ||
| While driving above 60 mph steering wheel shakes and shimmies. the road surface does not matter. truck has been seen by the dealership twice for this problem. the problem has not been corrected. please provide any further information. *ak | |||
| 07/01/1999 | |||
| Engine misfires while idleing, engine knocks when started and driving, vibration at 65 miles, driver lumbar support inflates by itself, truck pulls to right even after alignment, pop out window leaks air.( dot number: ) | |||
| 1 | 03/26/1999 | ||
| Steering wheel shakes at highway speeds. nlm | |||
| 05/28/1999 | |||
| Vibration while driving at 0-25 mph, and magnified more after pulling off from a stop position. vehicle been in/out off dealer shop and problem still occurs. *ak | |||
| 05/15/1999 | 05/01/1999 | ||
| While driving at any speed there is alot of vibration within the vehicle. the steering wheel moves to the left / right. *ak *yc | |||
| 02/15/1999 | 01/27/1999 | ||
| Vehicle vibrates while driving at 20mph. no repairs have been made yet. *ak *ml | |||
| 05/23/1999 | 4 | 02/17/1999 | |
| Driving at approximately 50 mph and above the vehicle will vibrate violently, causing loss of vehicle control. dealer claims there is no remedy for defect, but is aware ofthe problem. *ak | |||
| 02/05/1999 | 5 | 01/01/1999 | |
| Shakes between 60-70mph on freeway. dealer has replaced tires twice, front wheel hubs replaced, and shackles on rear leaf springs to eliminate shaking, no success. truck at dealer last time for 8 weeks *ak( dot number: tire size: p25570rdbs ) | |||
| 12/22/1998 | 4 | 11/01/1998 | |
| I have had my vehicle since november of 98. approximately 2 weeks after i purchased the vehicle, i brought the vehicle back to supreme chevrolet for a vibration (12/22/98). the seats, center console, steering wheel, cup hold, etc. vibrate and shake erratically when i reach a higher speed. the tires were replaced because they were suppose to be defective, that did not help. the vibration is getting worse. i have been trying for months to get this fixed. the dealerships have no clue what to do. gm has no fix! it is not normal for a vehicle to ride like this. i have tried everything to get this vehicle fixed. help! help! help! note: the only questions i may not have answered correctly is the dot number regarding the tires and if the vehicle is 3 point, motor, or 2 point belt. *ak( dot number: t302453 tire size: p235/75r16 ) | |||
| 02/01/1999 | |||
| I have a vibration at speeds of 60-70 mph and the steering wheel jumps when i hit even small bumps on the road. i have taken it to the dealership 4 times have not fixed problem yet. *ak | |||
| 04/19/1999 | 75 | 04/01/1999 | |
| Upon reaching cruising speed (65 and above) the truck has significant vibration in seats and floorboard. *ak | |||
| 04/19/1999 | 75 | 04/01/1999 | |
| Upon reaching cruising speed (65 and above) the truck has significant vibration in seats and floorboard | |||
| 01/08/1999 | 01/01/1999 | ||
| Since the first week of delivery this truck has had steering vibration at high speed. the truck tracks strait but when it encounters rough road surface the vibration in the steering wheel increases tremendously.the two dealers that have looked at this vehicle have the same responce customer concern not dupelicated. this type of problem should not be swept under the rug. this is a control problem my next contacts will be directed to the manufacturer. please help! *ak | |||
| 01/28/1999 | 10 | 12/01/1998 | |
| Severe vibrations at speeds of 65 and up, hole truck shacks,dealer blaming goodyear tires, this vehicle has had 3sets of goodyear tires and a set of dunlop tires with on change in problems. *ak | |||
| 02/04/1999 | 6 | ||
| While driving approximately 50mph vehicle started to vibrate. had been to dealer at least 6 times for problem. mechanic could not locate cause & manufacturer did not know what was causing vibration. *ak | |||
| 09/01/1998 | |||
| Truck has a vibration between 1100 &1500 rpm when going up hills it is bad. was told by the dealer no fix, but all new silverados doing it. *ak | |||
| 02/01/1999 | 4 | 01/21/1999 | |
| Consumer took vehicle to dealership four times for shaking in the steering wheel and column area, also when applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor. dealer indicates this is a design flaw, no remedy. *ak *ml | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 06/18/1999 | 114000 | 1 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. whenever the contact drove various speeds, he heard a squeaking sound coming from the front passenger side suspension. the sound has been present ever since the vehicle was purchased. the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. the current and failure mileages were 114,000. updated 8/7/09 *cn the consumer stated the right front upper control arm was the reason for the noise. also, the gas gauge malfunctioned. it would come on and go off reading low fuel. updated 08/11/09.*jb | |||
| 08/27/1999 | 1 | ||
| The vehicle makes noise from front end when turning left. the dealer cannot duplicate the problem, while driving 15-25 mph, vehicle also vibrates, dealer rotated and balanced tires due to being cupped and chopped. *yh | |||
| 05/10/2002 | 1 | 08/24/1999 | |
| While at dealership for repair work mechanic determined that rear rotors were crumbling and needed to be replaced, drums and lining as well.*ak 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. *yh | |||
| 08/27/1999 | 1 | ||
| The vehicle makes noise from front end when turning left. the dealer cannot duplicate the problem, while driving 15-25 mph, vehicle also vibrates, dealer rotated and balanced tires due to being cupped and chopped. *yh | |||
| 04/01/2001 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle vibrates if it goes over any rough spots. dealer said that all short bed models have a problem with vibration. dealer has to have manufacturer's approval in order to do anything extra to vehicle.*ak *slc | |||
| 11/16/1999 | 11 | ||
| Front end has been vibrating since purchase of vehicle, dealer has replaced front end twice/ dashboard twice, and transfer case 3 times. went to different dealers 11 times. could not remedy problems. chevrolet first agreed to buy vehicle back, then changed mind. independent mechanic felt that problem had to do with driveline. vehicle was at dealer 85 days first year. please add additional information. *ak | |||
| 06/03/1999 | |||
| A piece of metal fell out of steering column. also, front end needed alignment due to drifting/pulling right/ 4-wd light keeps coming on. when shifting into gear, rear end would pop, and abs brakes went out when applied. when vehicle is turned off it would still be running. would restart it and it turned off.*ak | |||
| 10/27/2000 | 07/01/1998 | ||
| The following have all been replaced: 5.3 l engine, catalytic converter, four oxygen sensors, 1 starter sensor, 1 crank sensor, 1 window regulator, rear air-vent assembly, 1 shaft in the front suspension, 1 headlight bracket, 1 knock sensor, 4wd switch, 1 clamp for rear window. vehicle is 15 months old and has 32 days of in-shop service. service engine light has come on 4 times in 14 days. on 12/4, vehicle stalled when attempting to accelerate. engine had a spare part left in at manufacturing and was destroyed from the part flying around inside. abs has engaged too soon in the past and vehicle could not be stopped. | |||
| 07/31/1999 | 7 | 05/01/1999 | |
| I was a victim of the may 1999 tornados. my home and previous auto were completely destroyed by the storm. smicklas chevrolet knew i was desperate when i bought this truck new on may 12, 1999. the truck was a demonstrator, with 3585 miles on it. after i had it about two and = months, and had driven it less than 4,500 miles, a serious vibration appeared in the steering whenever the truck reached about 60 miles/hour. the shimmy is present all the time at highway speed, and sometimes the truck also pulls to the right. between july of 1999 and july of 2000, i brought the truck back to smicklas seven times to have the steering defect corrected. i have service records for those occasions (7/31/99, 8/21/99, 8/24/99, 9/28/99, 10/20/99, 11/17/99 and 7/17/00). smicklas just kept fooling with the tires and wheel alignment, even though it should have been obvious after the first three tries that this was not the problem. the steering defect is still there. | |||
| 12/27/1999 | 4 | 12/01/1999 | |
| Due to vibration 4 rims and 10 tires have been replaced. every 30 to 60 days i'm at the dealer or superior tire, i worry about additional damage. *ak( dot number: tire size: 16/6.5 ) | |||
| 6 | 09/12/1998 | ||
| Intermittently brake failure. dealer has attempted to fix defect 4 times, but defect reoccurred and couldn't determine cause. also, a clunk in the front end indicta a loose part in the suspension or engine . dealer has attempted to fix defect 6 times, but couldn't determine cause. *ak | |||
| 06/02/1999 | 2 | 01/01/1999 | |
| I own a 1999 silverado 1500 pickup extended cab 4x4 and i have a major issue. my truck has had vibration in front end since day one. we have taken it to dealer ship on many occasions. before the truck was a year old it has had a total of 33 service days. its been in shop about six times since then. it has had 16 tires put on the truck not to mention hubs replaced due to wrong hubs for veh weight, shackles replaced due to wrong shackles for weight, steering shaft replaced, studs and nuts replaced due to lug nut seized, wheels replaced due to out of round and warped,countless break down of tire and resealed due to air leaks, dash panel replaced due to peeling, bezel lens replaced due to vibration causing it to crack, manual window regulators replaced due to coming apart internally, doors weather strip replaced due to excessive noise in cab,back glass latches replaced due to weak latch and wind noise. we have made countless attempts to have vibration problem fixed and they keep saying it is tires. we have been through enough tires now and it never fixes the problem. found out that gm has put some extra braces under some 99, 00, and 01 trucks. is this an attempt to cure their vibration problems? i cant imagin it being the tires. i think gm knows there is something not right. just not owning up to it. please help. i have a five year old daughter and i fear for her saftey as well as mine due to the excessive vibration this truck has. *ak | |||
| 06/16/1999 | 06/01/1999 | ||
| Truck shakes @ 64mph. dealer cant repair problem and manufacturer wont return my calls or letters. i have almost been thrown off side of road, beacuse it makes you lose control. i have been driving this truck this way for 14 months, with no concern from dealer or manufacturer.*ak | |||
| 04/28/1999 | 9 | 04/21/1999 | |
| The vehicle experiences continual problems with the front end, several repairs completed that did not remedy problems, manufacturer is aware of the problems and are working on a repair solution. *mjs | |||
| 01/25/2000 | 1 | 06/01/1999 | |
| Truck has been at dealer for repair total of 35 days before 1st anniv. of ownership with over 20 separate problems, 5 of which are unresolved to this date. vehicle is at dealer now for final repair before tn lemon law can be implemented. worst and current problems are front end alignment (pulls to right), front brake squealing (pads replaced twice, rotors turned once), rear end vibration at any speed and clanking sound over bumps(all 4 tires, both rear leaf spring stacks, all 4 shocks replaced. one shock had broken shaft) , engine backfires & knocks at startup (dealer reprogrammed comp. w/no results except to improve power, but accel. pedal sticks now!), trans. slips from dead stop for few seconds about once per week, 4wd transfer case slipped in low in deep snow (replaced fluid and did reprogram. results??), ext. cab pop out windows replaced due to poor fit (one exploded upon removal & dealer had to repaint side of truck. new ones are no better than originals!), rear seat missing rubber mounts(dealer replaced, but now seat makes popping noise due to rear cab wall flexing!), drive shaft makes loud clanking sound when shifting from park(dealer says this normal!). problems repaired: rear brake line loose & in harms way(missing mount replaced), steering box loose and steering column rattled and loose around any turns(box tightened and column shaft replaced), drivers side window switch sticking in down posit.(switch replaced), all door weatherstrips and drip rail molding loose (replaced all), rear license plate light broken and replaced, door lock levers fell out of both doors(replaced both). lemon, lemon,lemon!!!!!!!!!!*ak( dot number: ) | |||
| Vehicle drifts to the right when driving at highway speeds. dealer has replaced intermediate shaft, and done 2 alignment jobs at 9,000 miles and 16,000 miles. however defect still occurs. *ak *ml | |||
| 1 | |||
| Front end wheels wobble terribly and feel like they will fall off. *mjs | |||
| 09/10/1999 | 11/01/1998 | ||
| Brakes get hard, then suddenly give and lock up. several near misses due to increased stopping distance. clunking noise in front end that can be felt in steering wheel. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Front end wheels wobble terribly and feel like they will fall off. *mjs | |||
| When driving between 45-50 mph consumer noticed vibration within the front end, and vehicle shook. between 65-70 mph problem was very bad. consumer contacted dealer. dealer unable to determine the cause. please provide any further details. *ak | |||
| 06/13/1999 | 12 | 06/01/1999 | |
| Truck has been shaking since we purchased it, the steering wheel @ 64mph. also makes popping noise when you turn steering wheel. the engine has a miss, left rear window wont seal shut, rear seat makes a clunking noise when someone is siting on it while in it. passenger window makes a loud noise when you roll it down, stain on cab of truck, scratch's on mirrors and on paint under drivers doors. over spray on paint and on windows.*ak | |||
| 04/01/1999 | 0 | ||
| While driving on the highway about 15 miles vehicle starts shaking so violently that consumer cannot drive vihicle. dealer not helping to solve problem. *ak | |||
| When turning wheel to the left, there is vibration. dealer has seen vehicle 5 to 6 times. solution cannot be found. *ak | |||
| 02/19/2000 | 1 | 02/01/2000 | |
| Vibrates at 35m/h, doors don't work, noise from driver side over 25m/h. *ak | |||
| 02/01/1999 | |||
| When driving over rough road conditions, get vibration and shimmy in steering column. *ak | |||
| 06/30/1999 | 02/01/1999 | ||
| Excessive shimmy in the front end at approximately 60 to 65 mph. truck has been brought back to the dealership numerous times for repair, but no repair was available. we were told when a repair was available we would be called. to date, there is no repair available. i my opinion it is a hazardous situation due to loss of control, especially in wet weather. we have no idea if the problem is causing other front end damage. the tires have been rotated and balanced, front end aligned and then we brought it back to the dealership as per bulletin #99-03-002 (replaced both front hub bearing assemblies/ right and left rear spring eye bushings, and both rear shocks).*ak | |||
| 04/01/1999 | |||
| Truck has had excessive vibration and front end shimmy in the sterring - tires were replaced once by dealer and then again personally. anti-lock brakes activate if braking even at slow speeds over bump or pavement ripples. front end seems to lose contact with road easily when going over bump or ripples. *ak( dot number: tire size: p235/75r16 ) | |||
| 05/01/1999 | |||
| Abs: while braking over semi-rough/rough surface, brakes seem to slip or disengage, causing extreme vibration. transmission: while pulling trailer or accelerating uphill, excessive vibration occurs. steering: while speeds 45 mph+, moderate vibration in front-end and sterring column. suspension: while tiurning wheels maximum left or right, or driving over uneven surfaces, hear a clicking noise in front-end. rear window: latch does not securely tighten window causing excessive wind noise. | |||
| 01/28/1999 | 1 | 01/28/1999 | |
| When the vehicle exceeds 40-45mph it jumps uncontrollably. the dealer is not able to correct the problem. the dealer has inspected various parts of the vehicle and changed the tires. the manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| In bumper to bumper traffic & using brakes which got hot. vehicle accelerated out of control. front end vibrated. foot on brakes/accelerator pedal at time. moved to side of road. waited 1/2 hour before vehicle was controllable enough to drive. taking vehicle to dealer. *ak | |||
| While driving 20 mph or above the rear of the vehicle severly vibrated. dealer replaced the tires, and the left and right axle which did not correct the problem. please give any further details. *ak | |||
| 04/01/1999 | |||
| Vibration at 40-45 and 70-75. truck leans to driver side 1. dealer cannot fix. | |||
| 01/28/1999 | 6 | ||
| While driving at any speed vehicle would start to vibrate. vehicle is still controllable. had taken to dealer. was informed by mechanic it needed springs & shocks & would have to wait for the parts. *ak | |||
| 05/15/1999 | |||
| Whenever driving at 65 mph or higher speed vehicle is vibrating. when consumer pulls off vehicle virbrates also. dealer was contacted, and still can't determine the problem. *ak | |||
| 02/17/1999 | 3 | 02/01/1999 | |
| No summary | |||
| 03/07/1999 | 03/01/1999 | ||
| I took delivery of vehicle on 3-1-99. noticed front end vibration at 65 mph. took vehicle back to dealer. i was told it was a goodyear tire problem. they replaced all tires. problem remained as well as feeling a shaking in the steering on rough or bumpy roads. took vehicle back to dealer. i was told that it was a drive shaft problem. shims were placed in the driveshaft. problem then became much worse. vibration shook entire vehicle making steering difficult. took vehicle back to dealer. shims were removed. gm knows about multiple problems and their only reply was in 70 days we might have a fix. in 70 days the driveshaft might come up through the floor of my truck, too. please look into these problems before someone is killed. gm sure doesn't care! i have consulted three dealership service departments - two chevrolet and one gmc. they all admitted to having at least 6 or 7 trucks with these problems. multiply that by the number of chevrolet and gmc dealerships in this country and you will see the magnitude of these problems. none of us can take on gm. please help us. i might suggest that if gm can correct the problems, that they offer a free extended warrantee to all who were affected by these problems. *ak | |||
| 10/05/1998 | 5 | 10/01/1998 | |
| Other equipment; severe vibration that feels like body flexes between 65-75mph. i have slowed and pulled off onto the should fearing personal saftey. i have brought it to 2 dealerships for a total of 5 times, and spoken with gm customer service, as well as written a letter to chevrolet. they claim that it is a new charateristic of this year, no fix. powertrain:transmission:automatic - it shifts into overdrive at about 37 mph producing a growling sound, brought to two dealerships for a total of 5 times, no fix. other equipment - clunk noise from front. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER ARM | |||
| 10/01/2000 | 1 | 03/01/1999 | |
| Initial air leak occurred approximately 1 month after delivery, the window was replaced, and has been replaced 5 other times including next service appointment, in sept. or oct. of this year a thumping sensation was felt through the steering wheel, after one attempt to service, dealer was unable to reproduce problem, i requested appointment with service advisor in which problem was noticed. i was told it was a lower control arm bushing and that was occurring with the 99 silverado frequently. with that said the service advisor at parks chevrolet in beaufort, sc 843-525-4100 stated that both the window would be repaired at the same time the front was repaired; he would order the parts; i have received no calls from the dealer. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER BALL JOINT | |||
| 08/11/2001 | 1 | 03/01/1999 | |
| Would have no abs brakes after pressing on brake pedal. had fuse removed due to abs pump continuing to run. abs module had shorted out. have taken to mechanic, but warranty expired. *ak drivers side window will not roll up, there was a popping noise when backing up and turning, dealer replaced lower ball joint, passenger side window leaks, leather seats are torn, cruise control module was replaced, dash panel parts inoperative, also cup holder rattles and the right back window leaks.*jb | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - HUB | |||
| 02/21/2006 | 91700 | 3 | 04/17/1999 |
| Dt*: the contact stated the brake pedal became hard to depress at 5-10 mph. a new wheel speed sensor was installed in 2002, but the problem returned. there is a nhtsa recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the vin. both frnt hub sensors were defective, they were both replaced on each side. also,replaced rear tail lamp. *ak | |||
| 02/03/2004 | 135143 | 1 | 12/02/2001 |
| Dt: the contact stated abs brakes kicked in at low speeds. the contact's vehicle was having the same problems as described in recall 05v379000. the contact stated the state of wisconsin was not included in the recall. he had it repaired about one year and half ago, in february 2004. they told him the hubs were corroded, and had to have the left hub assembly replaced. now, he was having the same problem with the right hub assembly. abs light did not come on. he started having the problems in november 2003. *ak | |||
| 11/15/2001 | 50000 | 1 | 04/01/1999 |
| The fuel gauge sending unit failed (i go by mileage to know if i need fuel or not). driver's side seat belt locks up when you go to look to change lanes (dealer couldn't reproduce the problem--so it's never been fixed). passenger seat belt locks up if you just lean forward to roll down the window (was told this was a mechanism for a baby seat--didn't think car seats were supposed to be in the front seat). right side daytime running lamp burned out a long time ago. abs module failed (had to pull the fuse so the pump wouldn't burn up) therefore the truck no longer has abs. driver's side front wheel hub failed due to lack of grease in the non-consumer maintainable bearing (the whole hub had to be replaced). the water pump has already failed (replaced that). the transmission is starting to slip here & there. the accelerator sticks causing you to have to jam on it in parking lots & other places where it's just not safe to be darting forward. this model year was just a bad year for gm. they need to fix these problems. this is the worst gm vehicle i've ever owned (and i've been a loyal gm customer all my driving years). *ak | |||
| 04/09/2004 | 66000 | 1 | |
| While pulling into a driveway at 7 mph consumer depressed the brakes and vehicle did not slow down and collided with another vehicle already in the driveway. no injuries were reported. dealer examined the vehicle, and determined that left front hub was defective and needed to be replaced. *ak | |||
| 12/02/2003 | 54000 | 3 | |
| While braking, the brake pedal would lock up and the consumer would be unable to depress to brake pedal to decrease speed. this problem caused extended stopping distances. the cause had not been determined. the dealership has been notified but the problem was not resolved. *ph the consumer would become unable to stop the vehicle at high speeds. the left front hub assembly was found defective and was replaced. the vehicle needed a throttle body. *sc | |||
| 03/22/2003 | 59921 | 1 | 08/20/1999 |
| My complaint is the new front wheel bearing hubs. these units are used on my 1999 chevy truck. the bearing hub assembly is a prelubed unit. i was on the high-way running at about 70 mph. i started to hear a hi pitch noise from the front end of my truck. i stopped to check this out. i returned home very slow. my investigation turned up,that the wheel bearing was bad. i would like to see g.m. redesign this unit so that it can be lubed. i also feel that this is a safety issue. there was no warning. i also feel that maybe the type of lube used should also be changed. i have been driving chevy cars or trucks for the pass thirty years. i must stress that the item in question is on the front end, if a person were to lose control ,that person will harm others. *jb | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||
| 09/07/2003 | 112000 | 1 | 03/01/1999 |
| A banging noise was heard while driving. the consumer found the shock absorber mount detached from the frame and part of the frame was missing on the front left side of the vehicle. *ak *scc *jp | |||
| Consumer called complaining about the abs system on the vehicle. dealer was contacted and stated that the abs system pump went out and it will cost $820.00 to replace and that is only for the pump and not labor. ts | |||
| 10/22/2002 | |||
| Consumer states abs module made a loud noise, while pulling away from a curve. took to dealer and they disconnected the module. consumer feels unsafe driving with no abs. please provide any further information. mr | |||
| 08/25/2002 | |||
| Consumer states that the abs light has illuminated. when turning off the engine the abs pump continues to run. dealer has been contacted. | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - COIL SPRINGS | |||
| 08/12/1999 | |||
| While driving at any speed and making a turn there was noise. dealership examined vehicle, and determined that right front spring insulator was component causing noise, and has been replaced. please provide any additional information/attachments.*ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - TORSION BAR | |||
| 01/15/2000 | 01/29/1999 | ||
| Emergency brake has been adjusted 4-5 times. when applied, brake holds vehicle, but pedal goes to the floor. also, dealer replaced brake pads. *ak daytime running bulb blew out after it had just been replaced. rear window assembly was leaking, power window was slow going up. transfer case was replaced due to a clunk noise, transaxle shaft replaced due to leaking. front brake hose experienced an abrasion. vehicle was leaning, dealer adjusted front torsion bar. *jb | |||
| Anti-sway bar on front end, weld that holds the bar in place has broken away from frame. dealer has been contacted. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - STABILIZER BAR | |||
| 03/09/2004 | 61322 | 1 | 06/26/1999 |
| Front suspension stabilizer bar link fell off on drivers side, passenger side would fall off if not checked and tightened to manufacturers torque specs. this is a 60k mile truck, never wrecked, dealer maintained, never off road, never abused, 70% highway miles, no suspension work ever done except shock replacement. handling becomes unpredictable when one side comes loose, like on my truck. *jb | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||
| 01/03/2001 | 2366 | 1 | 10/21/1998 |
| Dt: the consumer stated the brakes failed at low speed, less than 20 mph. this was an intermittent problem. the vehicle had been taken to the dealership, the first time they said it was due to rust on the rotors. they replaced the rotors, but that did not fix the problem. the bearing hub assembly was replaced, the problem ceased for about a year. the bearing hub assembly hwas been replaced three times. the problem recurred. there was no accident. *ak | |||
| 09/13/2004 | 1 | ||
| Driver heard a loud winding noise coming from the front. drove vehicle to dealer for inspection. vehicle was placed on the diagnostic machine. mechanic determined that the wheel bearing needed to be replaced. this vehicle was not on recall and the warranty expired. *ak | |||
| 03/01/2004 | 104000 | 1 | |
| Front bearing failed. *ak | |||
| 03/14/2002 | 38155 | 2 | 03/11/1999 |
| Brake failure. abs activated on my 1999 silverado pickup and truck would not stop and rolled into traffic lane from gas station. this has happened a number of times, necessitating pulling of the abs fuse in engine compartment thus rendering abs inoperative. had wheel hub bearing unit replaced at a cost of $377.00 and the day after the abs activated again and vehicle would not stop. pulled fuse again and have not replaced. checked around the country in ny and ok., and had sons check with dealers and they asked why do you want to know if a problem. dealer here says not a problem but i feel it should be looked into before maybe more people have problem and are killed.*ak | |||
| 03/16/2001 | 1 | 04/23/1999 | |
| Consumer was driving about 10-15 mph applied brakes and abs just pulsated, and there was no braking action. upon inspection of vehicle consumer found out wheel bearing hub and abs were connected. when wheel bearings were worn out abs would fail. dealer stated chevrolet was aware of this problem.*ak consumer hit a barrier post due to the faulty abs brakes damaging the front end of vehicle, even though gm is aware of problem they will not pay damages, when the hub wears the antilock sensor reads falsely leading to no brakes. *slc | |||
| 03/01/1999 | |||
| Due to the rubber bushing coming apart while driving over 45 mph and driving over a bump, the steering mechanism malfunctioned,causing a crash. also problems with the braking system, causing extended stopping distance. dealer cannot determine cause of the problems. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE | |||
| 06/30/1999 | 02/01/1999 | ||
| Excessive shimmy in the front end at approximately 60 to 65 mph. truck has been brought back to the dealership numerous times for repair, but no repair was available. we were told when a repair was available we would be called. to date, there is no repair available. i my opinion it is a hazardous situation due to loss of control, especially in wet weather. we have no idea if the problem is causing other front end damage. the tires have been rotated and balanced, front end aligned and then we brought it back to the dealership as per bulletin #99-03-002 (replaced both front hub bearing assemblies/ right and left rear spring eye bushings, and both rear shocks).*ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 03/01/1999 | |||
| Abs module continues to run, abs & brake light on in dash. many others like this. chevy has started installing a different unit, but has not recalled the older units that have failed.*ak | |||
| 01/25/2000 | 1 | 06/01/1999 | |
| Truck has been at dealer for repair total of 35 days before 1st anniv. of ownership with over 20 separate problems, 5 of which are unresolved to this date. vehicle is at dealer now for final repair before tn lemon law can be implemented. worst and current problems are front end alignment (pulls to right), front brake squealing (pads replaced twice, rotors turned once), rear end vibration at any speed and clanking sound over bumps(all 4 tires, both rear leaf spring stacks, all 4 shocks replaced. one shock had broken shaft) , engine backfires & knocks at startup (dealer reprogrammed comp. w/no results except to improve power, but accel. pedal sticks now!), trans. slips from dead stop for few seconds about once per week, 4wd transfer case slipped in low in deep snow (replaced fluid and did reprogram. results??), ext. cab pop out windows replaced due to poor fit (one exploded upon removal & dealer had to repaint side of truck. new ones are no better than originals!), rear seat missing rubber mounts(dealer replaced, but now seat makes popping noise due to rear cab wall flexing!), drive shaft makes loud clanking sound when shifting from park(dealer says this normal!). problems repaired: rear brake line loose & in harms way(missing mount replaced), steering box loose and steering column rattled and loose around any turns(box tightened and column shaft replaced), drivers side window switch sticking in down posit.(switch replaced), all door weatherstrips and drip rail molding loose (replaced all), rear license plate light broken and replaced, door lock levers fell out of both doors(replaced both). lemon, lemon,lemon!!!!!!!!!!*ak( dot number: ) | |||
| 08/12/1999 | 1 | 08/01/1999 | |
| The truck shakes like a leaf at speeds above 50 mph. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1999 | |||
| Rear suspension design permits rear wheels to become airborne when driving over small bumps. this causes momentary loss of control and erratic performance of the anti-lock braking system. i was unable to stop after going over a small bump and nearly hit the vehicle in front of me. *ak | |||
| Whenever abs brakes are applied vehicle fails to stop right away. brake pedal goes to floor. would have no prior warning. the problem is intermittent. also,vehicle would shake and rattle. took vehicle to dealership & mechanic replaced springs & rear shocks. ordering new front hubs & headliner for brakes. *ak | |||
| 03/05/1999 | 02/01/1999 | ||
| Has been out of service for 15 days in less than 1 yr. vibrations, comp reprogrammed 2 or 3 times now mileage decreased, clunks from rear end and on left turns, padding in seat failed, rear slider frame cracked and leaks. dealer got replacement windows but they were cracked too. still not fixed. dealer couldn't fix some after repeated tries, had to go to another dealer to finally get some fixed. side view mirror glass fell out. what's this truck going to be like a year from now? *ak | |||
| 04/01/1999 | |||
| Vehicle is making a noise in the rear. dealer says it the springs. | |||
| 07/30/1999 | 2 | 07/01/1999 | |
| When truck reaches speeds of 60 mph or more, the rear end of the truck, as well as the steering wheel, vibrate and ride is not smooth.( dot number: tire size: p245/75r16 ) | |||
| While driving 20 mph or above rear of the vehicle severely vibrates, cause unknown. the dealer replaced the tires/driveshaft and right and left axle and bearing, which has not corrected the problem. please give any further details. *ak | |||
| 04/01/1999 | 1 | 03/01/1999 | |
| Chasis / rear main-has and does have a loud klunking noise on take off and slow acceleration.i have taken it (the truck) to the dealership for repair which did not fix the problem. the second problem with the instrument panel - the glass cover to the istrument cluster cracked. the third problem with the console - the key which was issued with truck would not unlock center console lid , but would unlock clove box, had to bust lid open to gain access. | |||
| 04/01/1999 | 1 | 03/01/1999 | |
| Chasis / rear main-has and does have a loud klunking noise on take off and slow acceleration.i have taken it (the truck) to the dealership for repair which did not fix the problem. the second problem with the instrument panel - the glass cover to the istrument cluster cracked. the third problem with the console - the key which was issued with truck would not unlock center console lid , but would unlock glove box, had to bust lid open to gain access. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SHOCK ABSORBER | |||
| 06/30/1999 | 02/01/1999 | ||
| Excessive shimmy in the front end at approximately 60 to 65 mph. truck has been brought back to the dealership numerous times for repair, but no repair was available. we were told when a repair was available we would be called. to date, there is no repair available. i my opinion it is a hazardous situation due to loss of control, especially in wet weather. we have no idea if the problem is causing other front end damage. the tires have been rotated and balanced, front end aligned and then we brought it back to the dealership as per bulletin #99-03-002 (replaced both front hub bearing assemblies/ right and left rear spring eye bushings, and both rear shocks).*ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY | |||
| While driving and hitting a bump, the rear end will jump across the road. dealer cannot correct the problem. *ak | |||