When applying the brakes while driving the brakes catch then the ABS comes on and the brakes pulse and go to the floor.
The worst 1991 Chevrolet Silverado problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes6
- Seat belts2
- Visibility2
- Body1
- Electrical1
Problems by type
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- Brakes6
- Seat belts2
- Visibility2
- Body1
- Electrical1
- Seats1
- Steering1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 Chevrolet Silverado 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1991 Chevrolet Silverado owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1991 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated the windshield wiper was inoperable. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The contact who's a certified mechanic, diagnosed and replaced the windshield wiper motor. However, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unavailable.
I was just made aware of the paint problem and I tried to follow your suggstions given on your web site. Just like you stated I got nowhere. The dealer told me I waited too long and am no longer covered. When I called the 800 number for chevrolet, initially I was told they would repaint my truck but then after they talked to the dealer I went to they changed their mind. So now I am ready to take to small claims court.
The driver's side seat back bolt sheared off. As a result the driver's side seat back slammed backwards into the rear wall of the truck. There was a recall on the 92's that described the exact problem. 99 v 130 000 dealer has been contacted. Please describe further. *jb
Passenger's side restraint will not retract out. Dealer has been notified.
Both front seat belt buckles have broken and will not latch, causing loss of protection.
Brakes take long time to stop the vehicle since new. Yh
When making either left or right hand turn steering wheel locks up. Then releases, causing loss of power steering control. Consumer has contacted the manufacturer. Please provide any further details.
When applying the brakes pedal becomes hardened and does not stop for a few seconds. Mechanic says it's normal.
The rear brake lines rusted at one of the connectors, resulting in leakage of the brake fluid. The manufacturer will be notified.
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Questions about the 1991 Chevrolet Silverado
Is the 1991 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?
Owners have filed 17 complaints about the 1991 Chevrolet Silverado, fewer than a typical Silverado model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 Chevrolet Silverado?
Brakes, with 6 complaints. Next is seat belts (2).
How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet Silverado have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Chevrolet Silverado have bad brakes?
The Chevrolet Silverado model years with the most brakes complaints are 1999 (1,003 complaints), 2000 (607 complaints) and 2001 (418 complaints).
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