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.
1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 suspension complaints
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While driving 60 MPH the consumer heard a loud rattling noise and pulled over. The vehicle was towed to the dealership where the mechanic informed the consumer that the problem was in the rear end suspension. The problem has not been resolved. *nlm *scc the dealer rebuilt the rear differential.
While having new tires put on mechanic noticed that driver's side ball joints failed and needed to be replaced.
Alignment problem ruined left front tire. The sidewalls were cracking on all the tires. Dealer said the tires were not suitable for the weight of the van. There should be a standard for replacement part.
The truck has been to the dealer often and they admited they could not guarntee they have fixed the front end the service mgr crossed his fingers and with a response that he hope so we dont drive the truck often for fear of an accident either the wheels locking up or the brakes failing, he said they tighted a bolt on the subframe and that fixed the front end but a gm engr told me that truck does not have a subframe only vehicles with unibodies use subframes, I have documented all services and responses if needed.
The seat belts are prematurely locking.
Both front wheel bearing went out as well as window regulator's with less then 3000 miles on the pick up and the dealer has had other trucks of the same type with front end suspension problems which duplicates mine.
Wheels cannot be aligned due to the washer which is welded on. Replaced tires less than one year from purchase, vehicle pulls to the right. *ak
Truck vibrates at hwy speed 65-70 since purchase. Replace general tires with michelin tires to no avail.
Steering shaft bearings failed causing rattle in steering wheel.
While driving 45-65 MPH extreme vibration occurs, dealer has replaced the shocks and tires which has not corrected the problem. Please give any further details.
While driving at 65mph or above the steering wheel has a very hard vibration which may cause a loss of vehicle control and crash. Manufacturer has a tsb bulletin 99-43-09-002 stated that it wasa manufacturer's design . Please provide further information.
Bolt on right side upper control arm came out while driving causing an assembly failure. Could have caused a serious accident had it occurred at a higher speed.
When applying ABS brakes in normal braking conditions vehicle hesitates, causing extended stopping distance, and nearly resulting in a collision. Also a grinding and squealing noise occurs in the front end of the vehicle which the dealer states is normal. Please give any further details.
While driving at 40 MPH there is some noise within the steering. Also, when going over a bump, there is a loud noise, and the tires are out of balance. Also, wheel is bend. Dealer has been notified.
While driving vehicle on any speed, vehicle vibrates, and consumer loses control, almost getting off the road.
Severe front end vibration, problem is unpredictable, however when it occurs it is so severe conumer has to sometimes pull over, feels unsafe driving vehicle.
Vehicle vibrates at speeds of 60 to 70. General motors indicated that this was normal for this vehicle. Gm also indicated it would be 30 to 60 days before new springs and shocks could be designed for the front and rear. Vehicle vibrates and is hard to control on uneven surfaces. Also, the track on the drivers seat broke and the dealer indicated that there were no parts available to replace seat track at this time. The sevice manager indicated this was a problem when a new model hits the market. Seat was repaired by placing a wooden block under the seat until parts are available.
Truck has a vibration in the front end at 60 to 70 MPH. This vibration has been present since the truck was purchased from tom peden. The tires have been checked by firestone twice. The second trip to the dealer on 12/4/98 the service manager indicated that this was a factory defect and the new parts to correct this defect would not be available for thiry to sixty days. I requested that the vehicle be replaced or a loaner vehicle be provided since the vibration along with rough road conditions could cause a loss on control of the vehicle. The dealer and the chevrolet refused to replace the vehicle or provide a loaner. I feel the vehicle is unsafe to drive
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