2001 Chevrolet Silverado: jerking or lurching

Filed Feb 15, 2006 · Brakes · 15,000 miles · NY

Dt*: the contact stated the antilock brakes engaged at 10 MPH. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. Updated 3/20/2006 - the ABS would activate resulting in extended stopping distance. When applying the brakes the vehicle would shudder and just before the vehicle would stop there was a load groan. The brake pedal would push up on the driver's foot ten the vehicle would lurch forward before the vehicle would stop.

Filed Jan 27, 2004 · Acceleration · PA

Recurring problem with throttle sticking in the closed position. The throttle accelerator periodically sticks in the closed position. When the pedal is depressed with enough pressure, the throttle suddenly frees up and the vehicle lurches forward suddenly and uncontrollably. Dealer advises that they have had problems with the design of the throttle body, such that the throttle plate hangs up due to a protusion. Throttle body must be replaced at owners expense.

Filed Nov 12, 2003 · Acceleration · AR

Problems with throttle sticking in the closed position. *mr the throttle accelerator had stuck in the closed position. When the pedal was depressed, the throttle suddenly freed up and the vehicle lurched forward suddenly and uncontrollably. *scc

Filed Oct 7, 2003 · Acceleration · AR

When starting accelerator pedal/ throttle stuck in the closed position. Accelerator pedal had to be depressed with great pressure to release the pedal, causing the vehicle to lurch forward. The cause of the problem had not been determined.

Filed Jun 30, 2003 · Acceleration · PA

2001 chevrolet silverado extended cab 4x4accelerator sticks at idle and requires excessive force to dislodge. Once pedal breaks loose, the force required depresses the pedal and the truck lurches forward until throttle control is regained.

Filed Aug 8, 2002 · Acceleration · LA

While driving throttle control sticks. When shifting from park to drive and pressing on gas pedal vehicle will not move initially, but then will lurch forward.

Filed Apr 9, 2002 · Steering · MI

When applying the brake the power assist steering fades to nothing after 1/8 turn making it almost impossible to manuver. The power steering pump and gearbox were replaced, the problem still exist . I have had the steering wheel jerk going around curves and having to apply the brake also. I believe this is a definite safety hazzard. Gm states that this is just caracteristic of this truck, I do not feel it makes it ok. Something needs to be re-engineered so that the power asist is at constant pressure. I am told by manufacturer that no one has been hurt so there is no problem. It should not come to that. If I, as a business owner produce a product that has a definite problem I cannot tell my customers that is just characteristic of my work, too bad, so why can gm do that? I would appreciate your assistance in reviewing this situation. Thank you, [xxx]. *ak parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Nov 12, 2001 · Acceleration, Airbags · OH · crash

I was traveling westbound on state route 262 at approximately 32 miles per hour when I encountered a stopped vehicle. I applied the brakes and the vehicle began an initial brake and then lurched forward without my releasing my foot from the brake pedal. This caused me to strike the vehicle in front of me. The air bags did not deploy nor did the seat belt properly restrain me. This caused me to strike the steering wheel with my chest and stomach. The hamilton county police office documented that the air bags and the seatbelt did not properly function. I was sited for following to close even though I feel that the brakes failed. I plan to appeal the ticket due to this reasoning in court on november 29, 2001. The safey of other owners/drivers of these vehicles is what prompted me to write. I would like to know if there have been other failures. Please send them to my e-mail address: [email protected] thanks for your time and attention with this matter.