The rotors rusted. The manufacturer stated that repairs were not covered since the consumer lived in new england. Salt from the snow caused the problem. *ak the pedal had gone to the floor, c/c light would stay on until the vehicle was shut off, the gas pedal would stick/throttle body, and there was a clinging noise, the master cylinder was inoperative, and the rear rotors were pitted and rusting. *sc
1999 Chevrolet Silverado electrical complaints
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I drive a 1999 chevrolet silverado. On a rainy day trying to do a stop the vehicle lost control luckily there was no other vehicles around. Later I learned that the anti-lock brake system was failing. I learned later that many people with the same vehicle have had many familiar incidents. I have not fixed the problem because gm charges an extremely high price and this is not covered by any type of insurance of warranty not even the dealers.
While driving at 70 MPH vehicle stalled, causing consumer to pull off the road. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, technician replaced the distributor and rotor cap.
Horn failed. The horn became high pitched and then failed altogether.
Consumer complained about an indicator light problem (shift indicator and odometer). The dashboard was totally digital, and the lights completely stopped working.
Faulty 4 wheel drive switches &ABS modules running non stop. Dealer says they see a lot of these but there are no recalls. An average of 1 per week.
1999, chevrolet, silverado, at 45000 miles the ABS light came on. The ABS motor continued to run even when the engine was turned off. It seemed like this was a safety issue and numerous incidents of this problem occurred. *ak the module was replaced by the dealer. This problem made the ABS inoperative. *sc the problem was diagnosed as an electrical failure.
1. Abs motor started running while driving, then kept running, even when vehicle was shut off. 2. Engine turns over but is hard to start if it sits longer than 15 minutes and less than 6 hours 3. While idling, engine occasionally shakes and sounds like it's going to die.
Consumer stated while traveling, the ABS indicator light flashed along with brake light. Followed by a noise coming from under vehicle. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information.
Consumer states ABS module failed due to defective electrical wires. Dealer hads been contacted.
Acid from the battery escaped while driving and dripped onto the washer tank pump motor. The acid dissolved the housing and the pump had to be replaced.
The brakes locked up, which caused the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance. *jb the consumer lost control as he drove through a puddle of four inch water due to the electronic control module shorting out which caused the antilock to fail. Scc
Battery leaking acid on garage floor from positive terminal post of battery. I have been reading of many other similar complaints for chevrolet tahoe/yukon of same year that has caused crashes due to brake line corrosion and subsequent failure. My dealer found battery leak, but did not inform me of any brake line inspection so I am not certain my vehicle is safe. I replaced battery myself and used baking soda and water to neutralize acid as per dealer instruction. (before installing new battery) I thought I should register complaint that this condition occured. Dt
Consumer states that the vehicle will loose power in the battery, that when at a complete stop and trying to drive again the vehicle lost power and the consumer had to get jump wires. Contacted dealer and the dealer cannot find the problem. Ts
Abs motor will not turn off after the consumer takes the keys out of ignition.
While driving, heavy smoke came from dash. I pulled off to the side of the road. When I looked under the dash I could see wires melted together coming from the brake light sending unit. It melted up into the main wire harness. I unplugged the wires , burning my hand. If I would not of, I believe the truck would have caught on fire!
Abs light came on while driving also, when engine was shut off fan kept going. Dealer replaced ABS motor. *ak the rear window on passenger side leaks water. Driver side window rattles when closing door. Driver door squeaks when opening and closing. The front seat belt locks up. The front end was leaking due to front differential vent failure. Wiper blades failed. Driver?s seat would not move due to seat adjuster failure. The ABS light came on because the ABS motor was defective. Transmission was leaking. The battery was leaking and was replaced. The coolant light came on due to a leaking water pump.
While driving a malfunction occurs within instrument panel which causes gauges to operate erratically. When this problem happens driver cannot determine functions of vehicle. Please give any further details.
Without any indication, front end of vehicle locked up, causing consumer to lose control of vehicle. Dealer was contacted, and stated that subframe needed to be replaced. *ak *nlm the front differential was torqued sideways and broken apart, causing the frame to have 2 breaks, this caused the front to lock up, also prior to this consumer complained of a delay between the forward and reverse, when a bump was felt when accelerating, consumer also heard a clunk noise, dealer drained and replaced the transfer case fluid twice. The engine sputters in 4 wheel low and there is a whine noise or pulley noise from the engine. The front seat arm rest fell off. The left front daytime lamp was full of water due to the assembly being improperly sealed at the factory. The brakes pulsated and pedal felt soft, dealer stated the right rear caliper was sticking and the front and rear rotors were corroded badly, causing the brake pads to wear. The electric brake was inoperable, dealer installed a new plug, the wiring harness was badly damaged. The power windows were inoperable. The left door creaks due to front door link being loose. Consumer was informed that he was supposed to sign a waiver because of the plow being placed onto the extended cab, this was because the installation was not recommended, however the consumer was never informed of this until after the installation and the problems with the vehicle.
Abs brake light is not alluminating properly, and at times will stay illuminated which causes battery to drain. Please provide more information.
Terminal post of battery came loose on its own and leaked electrolite onto vehicle frame and undercarriage.
While applying brakes ABS light came on, and a loud hmming sound started, even after the vehicle switch was turned off. Sound continued until battery cable was disconnected. Dealer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information on this mattter.
Component crank sensor replaced each time. Vehicle continues to have electronic/fuel related problem.r
When applying brakes at any speed brake pedal goes down more than it should, it feels spongy, and braking distance is extended. Dealer has replaced front and rear rotors 3 times. Once due to rust, other times dealer did not know what else to do. Front and rear pads were replaced twice.*ak consumer states there is a noise in the steering, also seat belt was hanging up, the underhood lamp was inoperative, an horn acting erractically.
When they turned off the car it would not turn off. Took car to dealer, and they replaced module at consumer's expense. *ak
While using remote starter vehicle would start 23 minutes later. Dealer has been contacted, can't duplicate problem. Please provide further information.
Front end has been vibrating since purchase of vehicle, dealer has replaced front end twice/ dashboard twice, and transfer case 3 times. Went to different dealers 11 times. Could not remedy problems. Chevrolet first agreed to buy vehicle back, then changed mind. Independent mechanic felt that problem had to do with driveline. Vehicle was at dealer 85 days first year. Please add additional information.
Twice died while driving no steering or brakes fear for your life.
The truck was parked early evening, at 3:30 a.m. Fire had broke out in the carport.
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