1. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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  3. 1999
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1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Control Unit/Module Problems

24
Owner complaint records in our dataset

Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.

Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.

What owners report

  • module failed · 4 records
  • pull fuse · 4 records
  • common problem · 4 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
60–100k mi11
30–60k mi7
1–30k mi2
100–150k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • June 19, 2009 · 88,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph. The anti-lock brake system and parking brake warning light indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The warning indicators remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The anti-lock brake system became nonfunctional with a spongy brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The technician…

    ODI 10316601

  • July 9, 2007 · 88,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module · Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

    Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. While the contact was driving approximately 55 mph, the abs and parking brake warning indicators illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and they stated that the electronic brake module failed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 88,000. Updated 05/03/11*lj the consumer stated the abs control…

    ODI 10393625

  • February 21, 2007 · 67,500 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    Abs light came on, then a electric motor sound from under the vehicle,taken to a dealership, was a failed abs module. Had to be replaced. This was the second time in 6 year this has been replaced, the first time was covered by warranty, this time coast 1180 dollars to replace, i feel gm has a problem with the system, and this should be a recall problem. *nm

    ODI 10183197

  • November 30, 2006 · 50,000 miles

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Control Unit/Module

    Dt*: the contact stated while driving 65 mph on normal road conditions, the wheels locked up. The vehicle spun 180 degrees resulting in the vehicle facing the traffic. Also while applying pressure to the brakes, it went all the way to the floor. The design of braking system was 4-wheel antilock. The nature of the failure was permanent. The failed part was available upon request and there was no repair invoice. The…

    ODI 10174899

  • May 21, 2006 · 82,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    ANTILOCK BRAKE MODULE FAILURE. *NM

    ODI 10174998

  • April 20, 2006 · 145,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    Abs controller failed on 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500 pickup truck. *tr

    ODI 10222509

  • April 19, 2006 · 73,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    Abs light coming on. May go a week before it comes on or the next time i start the truck up no pattern brakes still work , 99 silverado. *nm

    ODI 10167087

  • December 15, 2005 · 69,500 miles

    Control Unit/Module · Seats

    Antilock brakes wants to engage at low speeds and the front drivers seat released when stopping causing thrust forward. *nm

    ODI 10147778

  • December 15, 2005 · 69,500 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    Antilock brakes wants to engage at low speeds. *nm

    ODI 10147775

  • August 24, 2005

    Control Unit/Module

    I have a 1999 chevy silverado, walked out started truck and the abs module failed and ran constantly as with thousands of other chevy truck owner have done as well, this is a shame. Gm needs to own up to their mistakes and take care of this problem. This is a very dangerous situation now having abs in a snowbound state, also what if this module failed going down the road in a braking situation when it was needed?…

    ODI 10146021

  • March 4, 2005 · 80,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    Failure of antilock brakes. Brakes come on at low speeds almost causing accidents. *nm

    ODI 10141278

  • January 6, 2005 · 27,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    On several different occasions my 1999 chevrolet silverado 1/2 ton would have a malfunction with the antilock braking system. The problem would occur when i was braking to stop at an intersection or driving into a parking space. Every time the system would have the tendency to increase in speed when applying the brake. At one time it caused very minor damage to a building. Every time it was taken in for service at…

    ODI 10119579

  • June 10, 2004 · 40,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    At about 40,000 miles my abs motor under the drivers seat came on and would not turn off. Contacted dealer, they said this was a common problem and the part needed to fix it cost $900. After investigating the problem i found there were thousands of 99 chevy 1500 owners with the exact problem.

    ODI 10119912

  • June 1, 2004

    Control Unit/Module

    Problems with abs system on 1999 chevrolet k1500.*mr before the consumer turned off the engine the abs light illuminated on the dash. When the ignition was off the consumer heard a grinding noise which originated under the vehicle. The consumer crawled under the vehicle and unplugged the abs and the noise stopped. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the ebcm shorted out. The consumer was…

    ODI 10083396

  • March 2, 2004

    Control Unit/Module

    March,2004 shut off truck and heard sound (like a small electric motor running) coming from under truck. Unplugged electrical connection to avoid running battery down. Called my mechanic and he knew right away what was wrong, he said he has seen quite a few of the 1999 pickups with the same condition. As a friend he looked at it no charge. Said it would be around $650.00 to fix. Called chevy dealer and they told me…

    ODI 10165705

  • October 9, 2003 · 56,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    Abs motor control unit failure, after seeing many complaints on the web i am reporting it here. Abs warning light came on and pump motor started running. Even when turning off the motor, the unit still runs. Abs failure. Had to pull fuse to stop, now driving without abs and abs and brake warning lights are on. $1000 - $1500 to repair problem, will most likely drive without abs for a long time. *la

    ODI 10041535

  • June 8, 2003 · 42,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    After turning off my truck i heard the abs pump running after removing the key. I called the dealer and was informed that it was a common problem with the abs module. *jb

    ODI 10055011

  • April 4, 2003 · 73,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    Abs computer failed in my 1999 chevrolet k1500 silverado pickup. The module makes a continuous noise like a small engine running even with the key removed from the ignition. The only way to stop the noise is to disconnect the battery or remove the abs 60 amp fuse. Dealer informs me the part costs $875.00 in checking with used parts shops i found this part is in very high demand -- much greater than they can supply.…

    ODI 10014065

  • January 29, 2003 · 65,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    The abs module failed, which caused the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance.*jb

    ODI 10007420

  • January 22, 2003 · 68,330 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    Constant noise from under drivers side ,had gm dealer diagnose problem ($75),was told electronic brake control module had internal short. Ext. Warranty would not cover the $900.00 expense,contacted gm customer assistance who said they could not help with problem,showed no concern over the safety of having the abs system working, dealer tech. Advised to pull fuse. Am know without abs brakes. Feel gm should take care…

    ODI 10183396

  • December 14, 2002 · 33,000 miles

    Abs Warning Light · Control Unit/Module

    1999 chevy silverado pickup abs brake problem ebcm module went out on truck at 33,600 miles. This module continues to run after shutting off your truck. Drains battery. Skids from dry to wet pavment. Had to replace on saturday emergency pull over. Cost 914.85 i have the module that was taken off truck for verification.

    ODI 10000348

  • July 17, 2002 · 36,500 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    The abs pump wont shut off when i turn off my truck, causing a dead battery. The pump went bad 3 weeks after the warranty expired. Dealer told me it would be around $1000 to fix or i could pull the fuse. Every person ive talked to with a 99 silverado has had the exact same problem.

    ODI 10185378

  • March 24, 2002 · 50,548 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    The abs modual on my 1999 k1500 chevyrolet truck has gone bad. The pump stays on at all times, unless you pull out the fuse for the abs. By disconnecting the fuse, the abs brakes are disabled for the truck. This also leaves the abs light and brake light in the dash on. The replacement for this part is around $1000. This appears to be a fairly common problem on this model truck.my father is haveing the same luck with…

    ODI 10037224

  • June 1, 1999 · 10 miles

    Control Unit/Module

    Abs systems has never worked properly. Abs systems currently non-functional factory recall cleaned wheel sensors & requested $2000.00 to repair problem. *nm

    ODI 10160597