When braking at any speed brake pedal would go to the floor, and there would be extended stopping distance. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak ABS displayed brake system failure. The consumer stated that the brakes failed on inclines. The consumer stated that there was an electrical short. The odometer failed and added extra mileage. The tires started separating after 300 miles. The radio became hot and shorted out. The air conditioner shorted out. The consumer stated that the new vehicle checklist was not filled out nor reviewed with him. The consumer stated that the engine knocks. The consumers fingers were burned by the radio after it got hot. The consumer stated that he heard a growling noise in the power steering. The consumer heard a buzzing noise in the transmission. The consumer had to use the emergency brake to stop the vehicle coming down a hill. The right headlight went out and turned black. The headlight was replaced with the wrong high beam light. The cd player will not take the cd. The speedometer will only go to 20 MPH at times.
2003 Chevrolet Silverado: headlights failing or too dim
5 of the 695 complaints about the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 0
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
What owners say
While turning right or left consumer can't see the sides of the road due to poor headlight visibility at night. Dealer indicated it would cost $100.00 to inspect the vehicle at consumer's expense.
Consumer had headlight switch problems. Dealer notified. *ak gm sent the consumer a letter which stated when the headlamp/park lamps were on, the trailer light would not work. The consumer stated if the lights were turned on, the brakes would lock. The trailer had come equipped with auto headlights. The light would come on and activate the trailer brakes. The dealer refused to replace the wiring harness plug unless the consumer purchased the new model plug. *scc
The blue indicator light for high beams was on. The light was very bright. The consumer almost ran off the road as a result. The dealer told the consumer to put a piece of tape over the indicator light.
The head lights were designed improperly.*dt
Service bulletins that may apply
- Turn signal in camper style outside rearview mirror (rpo dpn) does not illuminate turn signal flash...
- IPC backlighting inoperative tbc 2A fuse open
- IPC, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker
- Hazard light flashes when turn signal applied
- Unable to locate emergency light relay and/or blunt cut wires
- Service four-wheel drive light and the four-wheel drive is inoperative
- Daytime running lamp (DRL) bulb replacement
- Outside rearview mirror courtesy lamp falls out, bulb burns out
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado?
5 of 695 owner complaints about the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (1%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado?
There are 0 recalls and 10 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
Brake failure 86ABS 27Harsh shifting 25Grinding brakes 18Steering noise 17Knocking 12No deployment 11Slipping 11Stalling 11Wipers 10Check engine light 9Premature wear 9Spongy pedal 9Fire or smoke 8Airbag light 7Ball joint 7Jerking 7Loss of power 7Power steering loss 7Tire blowout 7Fuel pump 6Fuel gauge 5Overheating 5Pulling 5
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