Driving down the road you go to put the brakes on to slow down, and there is pre activation of ABS system on dry roads, and then when you almost get to a stop the brake pedal fades away, causing you to roll forward at least 5 feet until pedal comes back and stops you. Called gm and local dealer because I heard from regular mechanic there was a recall on the chevrolet trucks for ABS problems and they both told me that my truck wasn't part of recall ,only up to 2002 were recalled that I would have to pay a non-returnable fee for a diagnostic test to see if it is the wheel speed sensor is corroded and if they can duplicate the problems I say it has. Then if they do gm said they would try to work out something with dealer on my payment of the repairs.
2003 Chevrolet Silverado brakes complaints
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Chevy silverado 2003. I have owned my truck for 2 years. In those two years I have experienced lack of brakes at a slow rate of speed. 40 and under. I have been to the dealership 3 times. Last march my valve stem broke at 28 thousand. At that time, I told the man working that I don't have brakes,sometimes. He asked when? I don't know, just at stop signs and in san francisco traffic. He said to keep an eye on it. I did and took it back last friday to get it checked. I also saw the recall notice that the federal safety agency had in the paper last week. They mentioned a recall in costa rica and in six states on the chevy silverado and the anti lock brakes. I took it to the dealership and heather said there was no recall and that I would have to pay for any work. I have a truck load of kids all the time, yet I don't have brakes all the time. Its happened about 20 times in the last two years. Heather said the men drove it for two miles and found the problem. I don't know what they found, but I don't like it when mechanics take advantage of women. I just want my brakes fixed.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop to have the tires rotated. The technician determined all four rotors have reached an unsafe thickness. The rotors will be replaced within the next week.*ak updated 1/25/2006 - the rotors were badly rusted and worn paper thin. This vehicle is often used to tow trailers, boats and other loads.
Dt*: the contact states there is a the federal safety agency recall campaign 05v379000 regarding the ABS. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall. The ABS activated at low speeds, however it was not included in the recall due to the VIN. The dealer replaced a wheel sensor on 9-2-03, but this did not correct the problem. The rotors have been replaced twice, which also did not correct the problem. The contact finally disabled the ABS in 12-04 as a solution to the problem.
Dt: the contact's vehicle was pulling a trailer. When he applied brake pressure the vehicle failed to stop before striking another vehicle in the rear end. There was damage to both vehicles. However, no one was injured. A police report was taken at the scene. He took the vehicle to the dealer. A manufacturer's representative inspected the vehicle. Collected crash data from the vehicle computer, which indicated when brake pressure was applied the vehicle accelerated. The dealer was unable to duplicate the problem. The contact traded the vehicle after the accident. *ak the air bags failed to deploy. Updated 03/09/06
We purchased a 2003 chevy silverado from steve's auto sales in norway, maine on 11-19-05. It had 49,000 miles on it. In looking it over my husband found that the brake lines are rusted. Chevrolet has been told and they say that they can't do anything for us. It doesn't sound safe to me.
Dt: the contact states while applying brake pressure the steering became hard to control. He was driving around a curve at less than 20 MPH when the problem started. The first occurrence could have been related to icy road conditions. Every time he applied pressure to the brakes he wasunable to control the steering. The vehicle will be seen by the dealership next day. *ak the dealer repalced the brake booster relief valve. Updated 01/11/06.
Dt: the contact states there is the federal safety agency recall campaign 04v045000 concerning the service brakes. This vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to VIN. The vehicle is scheduled for inspection by a dealer.
Dt: the contact stated the left front brake caliper broke while driving. The vehicle was taken to a certified dealer for inspection and repair. The manufacturer was contacted. They have agreed to reimburse the contact a portion of the repair cost.
Dt: the contact stated a squeal was coming from the brakes. He took the vehicle to a mechanic who determined the rear rotors were rusted. Then, he took the vehicle to the dealer, where it was purchased. They advised him this was a very common problem because of the grade of metal being used in the rotors. The front rotors appeared to be fine. The vehicle has not been repaired .
Dt: contact stated while driving vehicle did not brake well. The vehicle was taken to a goodyear tire to have the tires replaced. The mechanic told her the tires wore out. This resulted from the rotors being rusted. Also, the rear brakes wore out due to the rotors being rusted. The rotors needed to be replaced. The repairs will be made at the contact's expense. However, the repairs haven't been done at this time.
Dt: the caller was having a problem with the brakes. The consumer had to have the rotors rotated. When the consumer applied the brakes, the vehicle bounced until it had come to a complete stop. The dealer suggested that it was common to rotate the front and rear rotors. The manufacturer had taken the consumers complaint and gave her the federal safety agency's phone number. *ak the consumer found that the 2005 silverado's have gone back to front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Dt: contact stated that the vehicle was not properly braking during normal braking or panic braking. The service dealer stated that they couldn't find anything wrong with the vehicle. Also the ABS system was not working. The problem was reported to the manufacturer. The complaint reference # 1338399458. *ak this problem have existed since gm changed to 4 wheel disc brakes. The consumer also owned a 1999 silverado and almost had several accidents due to brake failure. The consumer has friends who have also experienced this problem. The consumer suggested that if additional weight was being hauled, stopping power would not be present. *sc *jb
Dt: the consumer complained about several problems. While driving he had trouble shifting from first gear. The dealer reprogrammed the engine control module and the transmission module control. The vehicle was still shifting hard, and the rpms revved. The replacement of the aforementioned did not remedy the transmission problem. The second problem was with the brake light coming on the cluster assembly. The service dealer replaced it, and it seemed to work well at this time. The third problem was with a noise in the rear of the vehicle. The dealer replaced the gear kit, two gaskets, case, the rear differential carrier assembly, carrier gears, and shims. The noise was still heard. The dealer recommended that the contact install carpet to cut down on the noise. The final problem was with a loss of rear traction. The dealer has been unsuccessful in identifying the root of the traction problem.*ak the cruise control stopped working. Updatd 11/29/05.
Vehicle, 2003 chevy 1500, 2 wheel drive truck. Part failed: rear brake rotor. The rear brake rotors are failing internally. Large pieces of rust are breaking away in the cooling fin area.
Dt: 2003 chevrolet silverado. My vehicle is two years old and only has 13, 000 miles on it. Had to take vehicle to dealership to have the brakes checked. The brakes were grinding metal to metal, and the brake pads were worn out. The brakes should have not worn out at 13, 000 miles. The warranty expired since the consumer had the vehicle for two years. The consumer should not have to pay to have the brakes fixed. The dealership told the consumer that warranty was for two years. Or 24, 000 miles. Just noticed this week how bad the brakes were. Did not have any accidents, and when pressing on the brakes could hear them scrape against the metal.
Dt: 2003 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated the rear rotors wore out and the pads were still at half. He noticed this on october 14, 2005 when he heard a rubbing from the rear brakes. He took the vehicle to a local mechanic, and they diagnosed the problem. Has an appointment with the dealership to have this inspected.
I have a 2003 chevy silverado 1500 with 28000 miles. I purchased the vehicle in march 2003. The rotors on the rear breaks are completely rusted. The dealer would not warrant the rotors and pad even though I complained about the problem while the truck was still under warranty. The brakes are extremely soft, especially at low speeds. I want the entire brake system replaced for safety. I have 2 friends with the same vehicle, both have twice replaced pads and rotors in less than 60000 miles! I cannot afford to pay this replacement my self. I want chevy to make good on a faulty design that I paid my entire savings on!!!!
Dt: the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet silverado. The tires wore out very quickly took the vehicle to midas to have the tires replaced, and they told the contact that the rotors were pitted. The manufacturer told him that I would have to pay $1000 to replace the rotors and the emergency brake pads the contact felt that the metal in the rotors were worn out .
Poor braking, very spongy pedal.
Concerns regarding the gas and brake pedals in the 2003 chevrolet silverado.*mr while under the dash connecting a controller for electric trailer brakes the consumer noticed extensive corrosion on the control arms for the gas and brake pedals.
My 2003 chevrolet silverado has 24000 miles on it and the brakes rotors are showing a high rate of corrosion. This vehicle has had very poor braking since new and could cause a very serious accident. Corroded brake rotors with very limited wear of the brake pads. Rotors wear out before pads. Also the rotors show signs of poor metal quality with high corrosion even pitting all over the braking surface. At this time I am working with gm to warranty the brakes due to corrosion not wear. This should be a safety concern, since the brakes could just fall apart.
Dt: the brake pedal hit the carpet when applied. The consumer stated that when he took vehicle to the dealership that they told him that it was typical. And the consumer believed that it only occurred on the diesel version. The same condition existed in a new 2005 models. The problem has been occurring since purchase of the vehicle on december 5, 2002. There have been no accidents as of yet.
Dt: the brake pedal is soft and will go to the floor when stopping. This happens intermittently. Started noticing the brake problem on june 1, 2003. Contacted the dealer, and they did a diagnostic test and could not find anything wrong with it. There was recall for the ABS brakes for 2002 models. However, this vehicle was not included due to VIN. Contacted gmc, and they said to go to a different dealer. They did so and got the same results.
Rear brake rotors warped at 15500 miles. Could feel vibration when applying brakes. Chevrolet dealership turned down rotors and reinstalled old brake pads. When I questioned the rotors warping with this low mileage, turning down the rotors instead of replacement and reuse of the used brake pads I was advised that this was all that gm authorized to fix the problem.
Rear disk break rotors rusted and flaking away. After 40,000 miles <20% of the rotor surface is making contact with the break pads.
When coming up to an intersection, the truck failed to come to a complete stop, in dry conditions, with ample stopping distance. The truck was revving at a high RPM, and continued to push forward with the brake pedal pushed as hard as possible. This resulted in a rolling collision. Vehicle finally stopped when shifted into park. Immediately called dealership, and gm. After 2 days in the dealership they stated nothing is wrong, and will not investigate any further. I will not drive the vehicle any longer after this scary incident.
I noted the recall on the chevy silverado's for anti-lock brake activation at slow speeds. The article only noted up through 2002 vehicles. I have a 2003 silverado 1500 and I note the issue. The antilock activates around 10 to 20 MPH as I enter a turn lane for a gas station I use. There is a ripple series of bumps in the turn lane. If I forget and am on the brakes, the braking effect seems to drop about 50%. The first couple of times I nearly rolled through the intersection due to not understanding the brakes and what had happened. If there had been another car in the intersection I probably would have hit them. Perhaps you need to look at the 2003 silverados also in your investigation. Sincerely, james copes [email protected].
Dt:contact stated the braking system was defective. The pedal went down very far and was spongy. It took a long time for the truck to stop. The consumer stated pumping the pedal did not help. Contact bought vehicle new and was having this problem somewhat since he purchased it, but did not realize it was so bad until he drove other vehicles. This happens at any speed. The dealer said it was operating as designed. *ak the consumer stated the ABS light came on. When the consumer drove 45 MPH down a gravel road, and applied the brakes, there was no ABS function and the wheels did not lock. Although the truck did eventually stop, it took a great distance to do so. The steering shaft was replaced.
I am the owner of a 2003 chevrolet silverado with 43,000 miles. As a result of the rear rotors on the truck rusting and falling apart, I had to replace the rotors. Due to the poor design of the parking brake assembly, the passenger side rotor had to be cut off with a torch!.
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