2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: jerking or lurching

Filed Jun 30, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 162,829 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the key was extremely difficult to turn and remove from the ignition. The vehicle also stalled on multiple occasions. The contact had to turn the key back and forth in the ignition switch numerous times in order for the vehicle to start. The contact also had difficulty turning the steering wheel upon making a turn. The steering wheel jerked violently and vibrated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 162,829.

Filed May 7, 2014 · Brakes · 129,748 miles · SC · 2 injuries

While driving, my brakes suddenly started going soft. I started pumping the brakes without any improvement. I was in a panic because I was about to pull into traffic with my bass boat. I wasn't sure I would be able to stop, I hit my park brake, then brake fail indicator alarms sounded, I used my gear shift jerking it into reverse but hit another car. I had no prior notice or problem. After getting out of emergency care. I opened my hood, and noted the brake fluid reservoir to be completely empty. I took my truck to the shop, and they noted my brake lines to be rusted. To replace it cost me $1270.43. Now I see where you investigated this and failed to order recall. Why have the federal safety agency if you are not going to protect us, the public.

Filed Mar 15, 2011 · Electrical, Lights · TX

2003 chevrolet silverado k1500. Consumer states problem with electronic dash *tgw the speedometer has been inconsistently working since july 2010. The gauge would be fine at first, when suddenly it would register speeds that were not correct and the needle was slow to respond to any change in speed and it would not drop to zero when the consumer came to a complete stop. It would usually correct itself overnight, but not always and it would remain normal until the next intermittent episode. Also, there was an intermittent clicking noise coming from the dash. The consumer also stated the doors would lock and unlock on their own while stopped and while driving. The headlights went out briefly, all of the dash displays and side door light panels worked intermittently. The power heated seats would jerk and make noises.

Filed Sep 8, 2008 · Brakes · 27,400 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the brake pads and rotors in his vehicle caused it to jerk. The failure occurred at any speed, but most recently at 55 MPH. The dealer removed all of the wheels and discovered uneven pad wear. The contact was advised to replace all the pads and rotors at the approximate cost of $800. The manufacturer offered no assistance because the vehicle was out of warranty. The dealer stated that they would offer a slight discount because the contact was a loyal customer. The current mileage was 27,995 and failure mileage was approximately 27,400.

Filed Mar 8, 2007 · Brakes · 25,000 miles · OH

Tl*- the contact stated that while driving the 2003 chevrolet silverado with 25000 failure mileage at 5 MPH, and slowing down to stop the anti- lock brakes started to pulsate/jerk. The contact pressed hard on the brake pedal, then the vehicle finally stopped. The vehicle had not been taken to a dealer, and the vehicle had not been repaired as of 3/8/07. The failure mileage was 25,000 and current mileage was 25,700.*ak the consumer had the vehicle ABS repaired by a gm garage. Updated 11/05/07.