1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: wrong fuel gauge reading

Filed Jan 3, 2014 · Electrical, Fuel system · 180,000 miles · AL

After filling up my truck and got speed up to about 65mph my gas gauge went to empty and then would come back up after hitting a bump in the road or rocking the truck back and forth , also the light on the gear shift lever kept going out and couldn't tell what gear I was in, could peck on console and light might come back on but stays off most of the time now. Now the fuel gauge still acts up and it does not give and accurate reading.have to set my trip timer each time I fillup so I will know how much gas I have unless someone steals a lot of it then I usually run out of gas along side the road. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Oct 6, 2010 · Brakes, Electrical · 138,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that when attempting to brake, the vehicle would continue moving another five feet before the brakes would grab. Also, the contact was driving at 60 MPH on the highway when the vehicle suddenly completely shut down. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that a new starter and new fuel sending unit needed to be installed. The vehicle was repaired at that time. The rear seal on the engine was leaking oil; the dealer repaired the seal. The contact also noticed that the rotors were peeling; the contact repaired the problem at his expense. The braking issue was the most recent problem and had not been corrected at the time of the complaint. The manufacturer had not been notified of the brake problem. The current mileage was approximately 140,000. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.

Filed Sep 10, 2010 · Fuel system · 158,000 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet c 1500 pick-up truck. While driving 40 MPH the fuel module assembly malfunctioned causing the fuel gauge to read inaccurate fuel levels. The contact stated that at times the fuel light comes on indicating that the vehicle was low on fuel. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer at this time but feels the vehicle was experiencing the same issue that's stated in the recall (05v155000) fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump for the 2001 chevrolet suburban. The contact stated that the manufacturer should extend the recall for his year make and model vehicle. The failure mileage was 158,000.

Filed Jun 10, 2009 · Fuel system · 85,000 miles · KS

Several years ago my fuel gauge began acting up. It would flip quickly to the "no gas" position periodically and then flip back several minutes later. The low fuel light would go off and on. When I fill the truck up it always flips to the empty position and then begins it's back and forth flipping. I have trained everyone in my family to always reset the mileage indicator and watch it carefully to insure they don't run out of gas. I've had numerous cars over the years (honda for 20 years) and have never experienced a problem like this. At the present time, two people I know with the same truck built the same year or within a year of mine have the same problem. I'm wondering why a recall has not been issued for this problem.

Filed Apr 22, 2009 · Electrical · 57,000 miles · IL

Hi I have an 1999 chevy pick up short bed 5.3 I have had three fuel pumps put in and my gas gauge does not work nor does my odometer have everyone have this problem is it just mine I work at brahler oil and lube and 3 out of 10 chevy trucks have the same problem is there anything that can be done ? 500 is alot for a fix that does not work for that long and have another question my tail gate strap's broke the tail gate fell down and dented the gate what can I do about this ?

Filed Feb 11, 2008 · Electrical, Fuel system · AL

My fuel gauge is not accurate. When the vehicle is full the gauge reads empty and when it is the vehicle is empty the fuel gauge reads full and so on. The gauge is very sporadic pointing to whatever level of fuel it wants to, never displaying the true amount of fuel in the fuel tank. I have to depend on my odometer to read the fuel tank amount somewhat accurately; at least much more accurate than the fuel gauge which is totally inaccurate all the time. This is a big problem and from the information I have received, not at all an isolated one. It seems that every '99 chevy silverado has the same issue.

Filed Oct 28, 2007 · Brakes, Fuel system · 103,012 miles · FL

I have a 1999 chevrolet silverado and my ABS light and parking brake light has came on recently. The braking on my truck is not very good in wet conditions. I found that it is a common problem on chevy trucks, and I was told that I should just remove the fuse. I was told it has something to do with the wheel hub assembly, and it is a costly fix. I think for once chevrolet should step up and put out a recall on this problem. There is also another common complaint about my dash cluster, which I had also found is a common problem, the odometer will go off and on when it feels like, and the gas gauge frequently goes up and down, and the fuel light comes on periodically. Thank you for your time.

Filed Jun 16, 2007 · Fuel system · 90,000 miles · TX

Fuel gauge is erratic. Often shows empty with low fuel light on right after fill up. Moving the vehicle will loosen it, and make it show proper fuel level. This causes me to fill up early, and often out of fear I may show incorrect fuel level.

Filed Sep 22, 2005 · Body, Fuel system · IN

Tail gate straps broke. Fuel gauge is inconsistent and gm has to know about it because there are forums all over the web stating the same things I am. I think these are ridiculous problems that gm is not facing up to.

Filed Aug 18, 2005 · Fuel system · 50,000 miles · WA

The fuel sending unit on my truck is defected. The fuel gauge is sporadic. It jumps from full to empty whether it is full, or half-full, or near empty. I've talked with several chevrolet/gmc truck owners who have the same problem. On a chevrolet internet forum (http://www.gm-trucks.com), the majority of chevrolet/gmc truck-owners have reported the same failure. Some have replaced the sending unit and the problem was remedied. I have not fixed the problem due to the cost of replacing the unit and the labor required to do so. I believe that with a problem so wide-spread, the device is defective and should be recalled.

Filed Feb 18, 2003 · Electrical · 51,597 miles · WI

Major guard warranty.9/16/02 new battery & bulb replaced. 10/5/02 replaced the battery. 10/16/02 battery went dead. Loose ground cable on engine block. Battery replaced. 11/4/02 battery dead. Volt gauge fluxuating and burn smell. Alternator and alternator connecter replaced. 11/11/02, burnt smell and battery is dead. Replace bcm & reprogram bcm and battery. 12/19/02 PCM not commanding alternator to charge battery. At. Idle one minute the alternator is putting out 13 amps and the next 10 amps. Replaced PCM & reprogram and replaced battery. Replaced passlock sensor case. Passlock sensor reads invalid when key up most of the time and voltage doesn't drop off of 5 volt. Ignition switch not reading passlock resistance correctly. Replaced ignition switch. 1/24/03 alternator only putting out 58.6 amps. Replaced alternator and battery and battery insulator. Replaced left tailight bulb.bcm not powering down at times per gm regional tech.bill yode,minnesota diagnosis. Bcm replaced & reprogramed. The generator voltage was fluxuating. 12 hz electrical feedback from the charging circuit affecting the gauges. Rewired connector per bulletin # 02-07-30-030. Makes the alternator externally regulated by PCM instead of internally regulated by the regulator. Lo# n8505. Bill yoder was working on the vehicle for two days. 2/3/03. Transmission not shifting properly, headlights dim. Since 9/02, contacted james clark customer relationship manager with chevrolet division several times, but will not answer my phone calls. Contacted bbb and they would not look into the case, and would not return my calls.dated back 1/28/00 hood lamp replaced. 11/13/00 the powertrain controller reprogram, vehicle stalled,dash lights on. Fuel gauge receiving differnet readings. 5/7/01 hood lamp, & both daytime running light bulbs replaced. 1/16/02 hood lamp replaced. 1/18/02 remote cd player replaced. 5/6/02 left front door & left rear speakers replaced.