Consumer had taken vehicle into dealer for routine maintenance and was told that vehicle had a cracked frame.*ak ABS module failed. Sending unit module failed.
1999 Chevrolet Silverado body complaints
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Vehicle will not go into drive after it sits for a while. Vehicle will start up, but once it goes in drive engine will rev, but no movement. Problem seems to be intermittent. Dealer couldn't find anything wrong with vehicle. Consumer is considering getting a second opinion. *ak when hitting bumps and applying the brakes, there is a noise. Accelerator pedal sticks, dealer replaced the throtle body. Plastic bezel at tailgate handle came off, delaer reinstalled.
Rear window is leaking and allowing water to enter into cab of vehicle. Dealership has examined vehicle and determined that there is a crack in the frame that holds the window in place. This is a common problem in these vehicles. *ak the back plastic frame cracks around the windshield, causing the leak, the only solution was to replace the rear windshield, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
I was driving at about 30mph,aloud humming noise started,and my ABS light came on.I turned off the ignition,but the noise continued.I found the humming noise coming from under the truck,on the drivers side,under door area.there is a black"box" with 2 electrical plugs.it was necessary to pull one of the plugs to get the humming to stop.but now my ABS light and my brake lights are on all the time on dash.took the truck to original dealership,and was told that the ABS pump and module both went bad.I was told that the cost to repairs would be $1685.66.I just can't believe that both parts went bad.the truck is only 2 years old.now I am driving with my truck in this condition,because I don't have enough available cash on hand to have the repairs done.(2) both drivers side and passenger side windows rattle when they are down.it doesn't matter how far down the windows are.I'm waiting for them to break.it sounds as if they are ready to fall off the track.this has been a problem since I purchased the truck.I told the dealer about it ,but nothing was ever done to correct the problem.(3)also,on the front passenger door,there is an air leak when I am driving,again told dealer,and nothing was done.(4)on the third door on right side,rear,water leaks in around glass.took it back to dealer,& was told they couldn't find the reason for the water leak.still continues to leak,when it rains or I wash the truck.another problem I have is with the truck hydroplaneing in the rain.this has also been going on since I purchased truck new in feb.1999.lost total control on one occasion.truck went completely sideways on roadway.I was traveling at about 50mph.,in a 60mph zone.I was in traffic at the time,the other vehicles around me realzed the situation,and backed off giving me room.when I finally regained control,I pulled off of the highway.I was very badly shaken from the experience*ak (tiresize: p265-75r16)( dot number: tire size: p265-75r16 )
Springs on hood are not strong enough to hold hood. Anybody could be working under hood and be trapped or hurt without noticing.
Rear frame broke above both rear wheels, no excessive weight ever placed in this truck. Frame just cracked and broke while sitting in packing lot.
Vehicle suffered a cracked frame on both sides while in transit with no prior warning, general motors stated the consumer was pulling too much weight in the trailer however scale ticket showed the weight was well below maximum limits outlined on general motors owners manual (attorney for client). Nlm
My vehicle dies while driving down the road, is very hard to start, right and third door had air and water leak, my truck also has a clanking noise underneath frame.
Speedometer reads fast.
Replaced muffler and pipe assembly due to exhaust system noise.
I am planning on turning this vehicle in on the lemon law. No safety defect listed witin summary.
Has been out of service for 15 days in less than 1 yr. Vibrations, comp reprogrammed 2 or 3 times now mileage decreased, clunks from rear end and on left turns, padding in seat failed, rear slider frame cracked and leaks. Dealer got replacement windows but they were cracked too. Still not fixed. Dealer couldn't fix some after repeated tries, had to go to another dealer to finally get some fixed. Side view mirror glass fell out. What's this truck going to be like a year from now?
The tailgate is out of alignment.
New vehicles need more testing before they are sold to the public.
Automatic door lock: once started the engine consumer is not able to unlock the door with the door lever.
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