1999 Chevrolet Silverado body problems

85 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 95,000. 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 85
of this car's complaints: 5%
typical mileage: 95,000
crashes: 2
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Body: tailgate: hinge and attachments
33
Body
12
Frame and members
11
Body: door
10
Body: tailgate
7
Frame and members: underbody shields
4
Body: hatchback/liftgate: hinge and attachments
3
Body: door: hinge and attachments
2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Chevrolet Silverado body problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado body

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Water leak 7

Related recalls

Structure: body: tailgate: hinge and attachmentsReported March 8, 2006 · 805,368 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain pickup trucks have galvanized-braided-steel tailgate support cables used to support the tailgate in the full open (horizontal) position. Over time these cables can corrode and fracture when loads are applied to them.
Risk: If one cable fractures, the remaining cable may retain the tailgate in a horizontal position. If both cables fracture, the tailgate would drop and strike the top surface of the rear bumper. If anyone is sitting or standing on the horizontal surface of the tailgate when both cables fractured, they could fall and be injured. On vehicles without a bumper, the tailgate may drop to a lower position.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the galvanized support cables with stainless steel support cables. In addition, dealers are to inspect the tailgate hinge and replace it, if necessary. The recall is expected to begin during april 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.

Recall number 06V066000 · Recall details

What 1999 Chevrolet Silverado owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 20, 2015 · Body · 176,000 miles · KS

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. While the vehicle was undergoing routine maintenance, the technician informed the contact that the frame was severely fractured and needed to be replaced. The failure happened without warning. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 176,000. Updated 1/14/16 ln updated 02/12/16*lj

Filed Oct 30, 2015 · Body · 168,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, the vehicle started making a loud cracking noise causing the vehicle to drive abnormal. The contact noticed that the frame was fractured in two areas. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 168,000.

Filed Oct 6, 2015 · Body · 18,100 miles · MN

I came out to my truck one day and the cab was touching the back of my box. I look under it and the frame was broken and rusted out on both side by the gas tank. Vehicle I'd beyond repair and not drivable. Only has 181xxx miles on it.

Filed Mar 3, 2015 · Body · 121,333 miles · OH

The chrome on the chevrolet badge on the front grill has started to peel. While washing the truck the chrome, sliver, slice my finger open like a razor blade.

Filed Oct 30, 2014 · Body, Brakes · 115,000 miles · PA

I own a 1999 silverado ext cab 4x4 and the frame is rot in many different places the driver and passenger mid sections are half gone and now the rear sections under the bed are rotting to the point to where the is no good metal left the bed buckled and is hitting the cab the rest of this vehicle is in very good condition but the frame is gone.

Filed Oct 7, 2014 · Body, Suspension · 96,000 miles · NJ

Hello im reporting a problem I have noticed about rust on the under bodies of the chevy and gmc pick ups. It is a widespread problem and needs to be resolved. There are too many vehicles reporting this problem to make it a coincidence. I myself have this problem where my frame has now cracked for the second time. People are complaining more and more and our safety is at stake. Please whatever can be done to bring gm to recognize this problem can and will save a lot of lives as well as hundreds of thousands of dollars. Thank you

Filed Jul 6, 2014 · Body · 78,352 miles · PA · crash

While on my way home from work my 1999 silverado s ABS brakes went off and would not stop. Hit my house. Called gm said they never herd of their trucks doing this. Well did some reseach and found their was a problem with corrosion on the ABS sensor which would set off the ABS 4 no reason. It was scary and is a huge gm problem.. Found my truck was fixed at one point but it still happend again.. It is fixed again. But I know it will happen some time in the near future.. Which is scary to think I could have ran into a school bus or kid and killed them. Gm did fix my truck. And pay 4 the house to be repaird.. I dont want to sue or be compensated any further!!!!! I just want them to have to fix these trucks or pull them off the road!! I did not know at the time of incodent that you guys exhisted.. So this is why I am reporting now.. And if somthing happens latter I have prooff that I complained. I am a pa state inspection mechanic. And will give my liscense number if asked to.. I see this happen to much! And if I can save one life it is worth it to me.. I hope this will be looked at and delt with the way the gm recall is now being held. Just look at all the complaints on this ishue.. Again I dont want money!!! I just want to try to save a life! Thanks.

Filed May 13, 2014 · Body, Brakes · 7,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was found that the rotors were severely fractured and the wheel wells as well as the rocker panel was corroded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who performed unknown repairs. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 7,000.

Filed Apr 5, 2014 · Body · 163,000 miles · MI

Truck was taken to dealer for regular maintenance, when raised on the hoist the frame started to collapse and brake. Service people pointed out the problem and told me and to consider getting a new truck and advised I probably should not drive this one anywhere as it could brake apart. They stated they haven't seen this in a truck maintained as this one has been. In looking on-line I now see this is a very common problem in 1999 to 2002 silverado's, with 100's of complaints. Gm won't talk about it and states any recall has to come from your agency. This is serious, not sure if any injuries are attributed to this (yet) but there surely will be. I can't believe this is not be looked at with the number of on-line complaints and reports.

Filed Dec 9, 2013 · Body, Brakes · 155,000 miles · CT

I have a 1999 chevy silveraido the frame has broke . The truck is mint everything but the frame and the brake lines .I have ordered a new frame and will replace .chevy will do nothing.

Questions about the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado body

Does the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado have body problems?

Owners have filed 85 complaints about the body of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado, 5% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1999 Chevrolet Silverado body problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 95,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado body?

Yes, 1 recall: 06V066000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Chevrolet Silverado have the most body problems?

The Chevrolet Silverado model years with the most body complaints are 2000 (94 complaints), 1999 (85 complaints) and 2001 (53 complaints).