The transmission was serviced more than four times while under warranty for the vehicle revving and sticking in gear. The vehicle has been maintained as it should have been. The manufacture offered no help. *jb the engine had come on, the fuel gauge did not read correctly, transmission slipped, the c control would not engage and a green and white wire at the pin circuit was loose, and the sensor in the washer jug was bad.
1999 Chevrolet Silverado transmission complaints
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My truck has 68000 miles on it and I am now on my third transmission. I have the 1999 lt model with the 4 speed auto. One failure was while on vacation trans failed while stuck in traffic. It would not hold pressure. Next failure was only 4 months later lost reverse and 1st gear completly car had to be towed again. Now 3rd trans is not shifting correctly something is not right in these transmissions.
I own a 1999 chevrolet silverado 4x4 ext. Cab with a 5.3 engine and have had, what seems to me, to be a strong vibration coming from the torque converter at 40-50 MPH. Dealer tells me they can't find any vibration even though the mechanics can feel it when driving it. Also the rear leaf springs clunk going over even the smallest of bumps. Both have happened ever since I purchased the vehicle.
Manual transmission locked in gear. Emerg. Brk. Cable will not adjust. Abs module has noise. Stopped by removing fuse, ABS feature not functioning. Trans failed in feb. 2003 @ 65k miles. Repair made by valencia chevrolet in valencia calif. Cost was handled by a extended service warranty. Cost to me after a lot of heated negotiation was 85.00. The agency wanted me to authorize a new trans. And clutch. Cost: 3600.00 the emergency brake cable failed @21k miles in 2001, the ABS module failed @42k miles. In 2002. Neither brake item has been repaired. Valencia chevrolet wants 2300.00 to repair the ABS problem, no quote to repair brake cable.
1999 gm silverado 71,000 miles. New ventura 246 transfers case has developed a hole. The hole caused the loss of transfer case fluid under vehicle. Dealer and gm customer service content that is not there problem or fault and will not repair under defect of material or manufacturing. Dealer has also noted with gm customer service that the hole was a "puncture" indicating abuse. Local transmission shop (goodale transmissions. Columbus ohio) indicate that this is a common problem with this transfer case. The holes are caused by a retaining spring (used to hold an internal pump? Per service shop) break and rub on the inside of the case. Safety issues cased by this failure are possible fire when fluid is deposited on the exhaust system. Loss of rear brakes due to contamination by transfer case fluid. Possible loss of vehicle control if transfer case freezes due to lack of fluid. Repair cost for $900 to $3000 plus.
I own two (2) chevrolet silverados 4x4's - both have the same issue. Everyday the service 4x4 light comes on. I have taken both trucks to dealerships and they state that the computer is not indicating that light coming on so just ignore it. Just a computer glitch. Other transmission problems is loud clanking when placed in any gear from park.
Every time when taking off, something in the transmission or transfer case makes a loud audible noise. The truck makes a sudden jerk (when accelerator is applied) all is good during operation. When I stop again the whole process is repeated. Maybe the noise is coming from rear end possibly.
1999 chevrolet silverado shudders at take off between 1st and 2nd gearonly after driven 15 to 20 miles.
The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the ABS pump and the PCM module were going bad. *nlm this problem was displayed in 1999 silverado's. The problem was, the ABS pump continued to run after the vehicle was turned off. (the ABS was inoperative) gm representative stated there was no recall, but an upgraded part and the consumer paid for the repair. *scc
Chevrolet siverado extended cab, 1999 ;ABS system failed in june 2003! (transmission broke in summer 2002.couldn't back-up anymore!).
The consumer's 2 year old son was able to move the gear shift without the brake being applied first, and the vehicle rolled backwards. The consumer stated it was a defect, because according to the manual, the brake must be applied before the gear shift can engage in a gear. *jb ph
I purchased this truck used with slightly over 26,000 miles on it with the remainder of the original 3yr/36,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty. Since the purchase there has been a popping and ratcheting sound coming from the rear end. The differential unit was improperly operating. Tried for 22,000 miles to get the dealer to replace the differential unit but was told several times that the unit was fine and the noise was to be expected. When the truck reached 40,000 mile the differential became completely inoperable. Just over 27,000 miles later the differential exploded destroying the entire internal axle assembly. The dealer still refuses to help. The dealer refused to fix the problem for the orignal owner and is still refusing to fix the problem. I have contacted chevrolet customer service and they are trying to resolve this problem. I really did not appreciate the way the dealer has treated me this entire time. They treated me like I was some dum punk kid that just walked in off the street. I should not have been treated this way nor should I or anyone else have to put up with this kind of service.
Good morning, I own a 1999 silverado, long bed, with an automatic transmission and I am having a few problems, any help you can provide would be greatly appreciated... First the ABS motor continues to run after the engine has been shut off, I had to disconnect the ABS fuse so the battery will not get drained. Second the automatic transmission is shifting hard from 1st to 2nd and from 2nd to 3rd, I am forced to shut the engine off for a couple of minutes and when I restart the engine the problem disappear, I have read your safety bulletins and gm is aware of these problems. My truck looks and acts practically like new except for the intermittent transmission problems and the ABS. I had babied my truck since I bought it, and I have owned gm products all my life and I don't think is fair for me to spend thousands of dollars for gm's manufacturing problems... Please advice... Thanks...!!!
The automatic transmission failed.
At 33,000 miles, oct 2002 -approximately 55mph, acted like it was not in gear then the transmission fluid hot light came on. Immediately pulled off to side of road - checked transmission fluid, it checked ok and the light went off. Pulled back onto highway - it was fine. Immediately took to local dealership; they hooked it up to the computer and didn't find anything wrong. In jan 2003, upon acceleration, around 25-30mph, it acted as though it wouldn't go into 3rd & 4th gear. Same as oct 2002, but nothing registered on the truck's message center this time. And this time, the problem didn't go away. I took to another local dealer - mechanic drove vehicle and noted the problems. Still, nothing registered on the truck's message center. Mechanic even hooked up the truck to his computer and drove it while it was still failing. To his suprise, nothing registered on his computer either. They overhauled the transmission - replaced 3rd & 4th gear. They adjusted the bill - as if I purchased extended warrenty. Contacted gm - they report there have not been any problems like this with these trucks. "sometimes this happens when people make things -it's unfortunate that it happened to you". After that call - I found this site and found a technical bulletin referring to this same problem. Very disappointed with only having 36,000 miles since march 1999.
Consumer states vehicle has stalled 3 times within the last 18 months for no reason, the vehicle stops pulling as if the transmission has lost its power train.(idc consulting, leonard philandez on behalf of consumer).
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.
Transmission causing vehicle to stall. *ak the first shift solenoid broke and the sencond one cracked, the ABS module failed at 73554 miles causing the ABS pump to remain on, consumer had ABS pump disconnected.
On 2/28/02, I reported to gm that my 1999 chevrolet silverado was jerking & binding when the vehicle rounded corners or in a 180-degree turn. A service manager took this vehicle for a test drive by himself in the parking lot and did a couple of turns and a 180-degree turn. He also found that it did have a jerky or jumping movement as it went into the turn. This front wheel binding may be some type of design irregularity or flaw, which occurs while in the 4-wheel drive mode. Since the service manager considers it a normal condition, and nothing can be done at his level to correct this issue, I believe that this irregularity should be further investigated. Why, because these erratic movements could jerk, bind, or stop the vehicle at any speed if the steering wheel is being turned and the vehicle in motion. Nowhere in my operator's manual, or on the dash is there any sticker which identifies that this vehicle while in a 4-wheel drive mode will jerk or bind while turning corners.
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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.
I was hauling wood,well within weight limitasions,when frame bent at rear axle.
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.
I have had my truck which I purchased used in march 2000, with 13,000 miles on it into the dealer numerous times to identify and correct a problem with the rear end making a clunking sound upon shifting and starting from a coasting position. The first time I was told they could not find a problem, the second time I had the service manager ride with me and he heard the problem, they performed maintenance as delineated in a service bulletin covering changing the oil in the rear end. This did not correct the problem, the problem has gotten significantly worse in the last 6,000 miles. I had another gm mechanic look at the problem and he indicated that the rear end was not properly set up at the point of manufacture and to go back to the dealer and tell them. The third time I had the truck in for this problem, once again I had the manager ride we me and hear the noise again and again. They looked it over, and not wanting to tear into the rear end discounted the problem and inherrent to this vehicle and described the problem as differential torque slap. I am quite concerned about this noise, and the issue of warranty coverage. I dont like having to go back time and time again to resolve a problem and told there is none. I bought the truck to drive not sit in the service bay.
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.
Transmission slips at times. The driveshaft acts as if it to is slipping I called gm and told them what was going on .they told me it was the character of the truck, and it cannot be fix I have talked to other owners of that year and they to have the same thing happening to there truck also.
Transfer case failure while driving. Vehicle taken to dealer, and informed consumer that a transfer case mode switch had to be replaced, repairs were done. Feel free to provide any further information.
Consumer has had seatbelt repaired under a manufacturer's recall. But, consumer is calling to report that safety belts lock up at all times. Dealer has been contacted. The locking up of the seat belt severely restricts the drivers movement, the lock up problem makes it difficult to steer the vehicle and makes it impossible to reach the trailer-brake controller unit, at times the vehicle will not back up, possible transmission malfunction. Consumer can not get the retractor mechanism to release. Nlm
I have had problems with my transmission intermittently slipping when starting to accelrate from a stopped position. This occurs on an infrequest basis and has been happening since I bought the truck. Gm has replaced the transmission and the problem still happens. I went back to the dealer who refused to do anything because they could not reproduce the problem. I then contacted gm's corporate office and I was asked to bring my truck in again for them to replace the kickdown cable. The problem still persists today.
Abs system motor continues to run when vehicle is shut off. Vehicle has been repaired by dealer, however problem still exists. A tsb has been issued on vehicle's make and model.*ak consumer states that the brake now locks up when not pressed. Transmission failed at 62251 miles, reverse, 2nd, and overdrive do not work, dealer has recall on this as long as vehicle is under warrany, the reverse drum shell failed, this part was made soft and is replaced by a harder part.
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