While pulling into a driveway at 7 MPH consumer depressed the brakes and vehicle did not slow down and collided with another vehicle already in the driveway. No injuries were reported. Dealer examined the vehicle, and determined that left front hub was defective and needed to be replaced.
1999 Chevrolet Silverado suspension complaints
Page 2 of 5: complaints 11 to 40 of 107, newest first, as owners wrote them.
Front suspension stabilizer bar link fell off on drivers side, passenger side would fall off if not checked and tightened to manufacturers torque specs. This is a 60k mile truck, never wrecked, dealer maintained, never off road, never abused, 70% highway miles, no suspension work ever done except shock replacement. Handling becomes unpredictable when one side comes loose, like on my truck.
Front bearing failed.
While braking, the brake pedal would lock up and the consumer would be unable to depress to brake pedal to decrease speed. This problem caused extended stopping distances. The cause had not been determined. The dealership has been notified but the problem was not resolved. *ph the consumer would become unable to stop the vehicle at high speeds. The left front hub assembly was found defective and was replaced. The vehicle needed a throttle body.
Brake failure. Abs activated on my 1999 silverado pickup and truck would not stop and rolled into traffic lane from gas station. This has happened a number of times, necessitating pulling of the ABS fuse in engine compartment thus rendering ABS inoperative. Had wheel hub bearing unit replaced at a cost of $377.00 and the day after the ABS activated again and vehicle would not stop. Pulled fuse again and have not replaced. Checked around the country in ny and ok., and had sons check with dealers and they asked why do you want to know if a problem. Dealer here says not a problem but I feel it should be looked into before maybe more people have problem and are killed.
A banging noise was heard while driving. The consumer found the shock absorber mount detached from the frame and part of the frame was missing on the front left side of the vehicle. *ak *scc
My complaint is the new front wheel bearing hubs. These units are used on my 1999 chevy truck. The bearing hub assembly is a prelubed unit. I was on the high-way running at about 70 MPH. I started to hear a hi pitch noise from the front end of my truck. I stopped to check this out. I returned home very slow. My investigation turned up,that the wheel bearing was bad. I would like to see g.m. Redesign this unit so that it can be lubed. I also feel that this is a safety issue. There was no warning. I also feel that maybe the type of lube used should also be changed. I have been driving chevy cars or trucks for the pass thirty years. I must stress that the item in question is on the front end, if a person were to lose control ,that person will harm others.
The front end of the vehicle vibrated at any speed, which made it difficult to control vehicle, the vehicle was service 8 times, with no remedy.
Consumer called complaining about the ABS system on the vehicle. Dealer was contacted and stated that the ABS system pump went out and it will cost $820.00 to replace and that is only for the pump and not labor. Ts
Consumer states ABS module made a loud noise, while pulling away from a curve. Took to dealer and they disconnected the module. Consumer feels unsafe driving with no ABS. Please provide any further information. Mr
Consumer states that the ABS light has illuminated. When turning off the engine the ABS pump continues to run. Dealer has been contacted.
While at dealership for repair work mechanic determined that rear rotors were crumbling and needed to be replaced, drums and lining as well.*ak the emergency brake was not working. The rear brakes were corroded and worn out. The rear brake pads and both rear rotors were replaced. The brake shoes on both sides were replaced. There was a squeaking noise in the front end when the vehicle goes over bumps. The driver door panel failed and was reinstalled, also the arm rest for the bucket seat pops off constantly, seat belts lock up after being replaced twice under recall, the steering joint was repaired, also when consumer steps on the gas, the truck does not move for a few seconds, the rear window was replaced, due to leaking, and the engine hesitates.
Consumer states after installing trailmaster suspension lift kit, the vehicle wanders when hitting bumps, the steering is hard to control, there is excessive tire wear and the steering stabilizers have worn out. An alignment was performed and tires were balance, but problem still exist. Manufacturer notified.
The brakes were pulsating and squeaking because the front and rear brakes and rotors were rusted. The dealer fixed the problem with recalls c00093-s and c00024 but the problem still exists.
Emergency brake has been adjusted 4-5 times. When applied, brake holds vehicle, but pedal goes to the floor. Also, dealer replaced brake pads. *ak daytime running bulb blew out after it had just been replaced. Rear window assembly was leaking, power window was slow going up. Transfer case was replaced due to a clunk noise, transaxle shaft replaced due to leaking. Front brake hose experienced an abrasion. Vehicle was leaning, dealer adjusted front torsion bar.
Would have no ABS brakes after pressing on brake pedal. Had fuse removed due to ABS pump continuing to run. Abs module had shorted out. Have taken to mechanic, but warranty expired. *ak drivers side window will not roll up, there was a popping noise when backing up and turning, dealer replaced lower ball joint, passenger side window leaks, leather seats are torn, cruise control module was replaced, dash panel parts inoperative, also cup holder rattles and the right back window leaks.
While driving at any speed and making a turn there was noise. Dealership examined vehicle, and determined that right front spring insulator was component causing noise, and has been replaced. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
Whenever turning a corner or hitting a bump or crack in road, steering would make clunking noise. Have been to the dealership 3 times, but mechanic could not locate or resolve problem.
Vehicle vibrates if it goes over any rough spots. Dealer said that all short bed models have a problem with vibration. Dealer has to have manufacturer's approval in order to do anything extra to vehicle.*ak
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.
Consumer was driving about 10-15 MPH applied brakes and ABS just pulsated, and there was no braking action. Upon inspection of vehicle consumer found out wheel bearing hub and ABS were connected. When wheel bearings were worn out ABS would fail. Dealer stated chevrolet was aware of this problem.*ak consumer hit a barrier post due to the faulty ABS brakes damaging the front end of vehicle, even though gm is aware of problem they will not pay damages, when the hub wears the antilock sensor reads falsely leading to no brakes.
Abs module continues to run, ABS & brake light on in dash. Many others like this. Chevy has started installing a different unit, but has not recalled the older units that have failed.
Intermittently when making a left or right hand turn vehicle will lose rpms and acceleration power which has caused crash. Only way to regain power back is by straightening steering wheel. Dealer cannot determine cause of defect.
A piece of metal fell out of steering column. Also, front end needed alignment due to drifting/pulling right/ 4-wd light keeps coming on. When shifting into gear, rear end would pop, and ABS brakes went out when applied. When vehicle is turned off it would still be running. Would restart it and it turned off.
Initial air leak occurred approximately 1 month after delivery, the window was replaced, and has been replaced 5 other times including next service appointment, in sept. Or oct. Of this year a thumping sensation was felt through the steering wheel, after one attempt to service, dealer was unable to reproduce problem, I requested appointment with service advisor in which problem was noticed. I was told it was a lower control arm bushing and that was occurring with the 99 silverado frequently. With that said the service advisor at parks chevrolet in beaufort, sc 843‑525‑4100 stated that both the window would be repaired at the same time the front was repaired; he would order the parts; I have received no calls from the dealer.
The following have all been replaced: 5.3 l engine, catalytic converter, four oxygen sensors, 1 starter sensor, 1 crank sensor, 1 window regulator, rear air-vent assembly, 1 shaft in the front suspension, 1 headlight bracket, 1 knock sensor, 4wd switch, 1 clamp for rear window. Vehicle is 15 months old and has 32 days of in-shop service. Service engine light has come on 4 times in 14 days. On 12/4, vehicle stalled when attempting to accelerate. Engine had a spare part left in at manufacturing and was destroyed from the part flying around inside. Abs has engaged too soon in the past and vehicle could not be stopped.
I was a victim of the may 1999 tornados. My home and previous auto were completely destroyed by the storm. Smicklas chevrolet knew I was desperate when I bought this truck new on may 12, 1999. The truck was a demonstrator, with 3585 miles on it. After I had it about two and = months, and had driven it less than 4,500 miles, a serious vibration appeared in the steering whenever the truck reached about 60 miles/hour. The shimmy is present all the time at highway speed, and sometimes the truck also pulls to the right. Between july of 1999 and july of 2000, I brought the truck back to smicklas seven times to have the steering defect corrected. I have service records for those occasions (7/31/99, 8/21/99, 8/24/99, 9/28/99, 10/20/99, 11/17/99 and 7/17/00). Smicklas just kept fooling with the tires and wheel alignment, even though it should have been obvious after the first three tries that this was not the problem. The steering defect is still there.
Due to vibration 4 rims and 10 tires have been replaced. Every 30 to 60 days I'm at the dealer or superior tire, I worry about additional damage. *ak( dot number: tire size: 16/6.5 )
Intermittently brake failure. Dealer has attempted to fix defect 4 times, but defect reoccurred and couldn't determine cause. Also, a clunk in the front end indicta a loose part in the suspension or engine . Dealer has attempted to fix defect 6 times, but couldn't determine cause.
Vehicle vibrates while driving at speeds over 60 MPH, dealer has been unable to correct the problem
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 1999 Chevrolet Silverado?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history