1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
- 103
- 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.
Among these 103 stored complaint records:
- 9 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake lines · 52 records
- brake line · 48 records
- brake pedal · 26 records
- pedal went · 20 records
- went floor · 17 records
- brake fluid · 15 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 43 |
| 60–100k mi | 24 |
| 150–400k mi | 17 |
| 30–60k mi | 14 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Mechanical · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Emergency brakes fail inspection every year since i owned the vehicle from normal wear and tear. I have them worked on every year to pass state requirements, costing lots of money. *tr
ODI 10349434
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
As i approach a stop, at very low speeds, the abs unit kicks in with a sudden shutter and extends the stop time and distance. This started about 3 months ago and has not gotten better or worse. It is unnerving to have this happen when i need to stop at an intersection or approaching a traffic signal turning red. Research on the internet indicates a nhtsa campaign id 05v37900 pe05020 was issued for this very same…
ODI 10366304
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I was on a highway, had to stop suddenly, hit the brakes, there was a pop, and the brakes completely failed!!! I managed to avoid traffic by going into a ditch. Two brake shops have agreed, all brake lines are completely rusted out. Will cost over $3000+ to fix. Major safety problem on these trucks!!!!!!!! *tr
ODI 10347081
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
My brake line on my 1999 chevy silverado busted while trying to stop. All the brake lines are rusted under the driver side running along the frame. *tr
ODI 10344317
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
1999 chevy silverado extended cab four wheel drive. Was driving the other day when i lost my brakes completely. Thankfully was able to coast to a safe spot and i was on a road with no traffic. The rear brake line was rusted out right behind the gas tank on the drive side, and upon further inspection all of the brake lines need replacing. Whole undercarriage of vehicle is rusted out, extensive corrosion on…
ODI 10342640
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I have a 1999 chevy silverado, that had brake failure. I pressed the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. There was a leak in a rusted brake line next to the abs module. All of the lines look very corroded and the whole undercarriage looks very corroded. I was going to replace the brake line myself, but all of the lines are so rusted, i don't know if i can. *tr
ODI 10343744
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
1999 SILVERADO 1500 4WD TRUCK WITH RUSTING BRAKE LINES. *TR
ODI 10340466
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Hit brakes hard because traffic no brakes. I missed the car in front and was able too exit express way with my wife & 3 young adults (my son & two daughter in the back seat. It blew under my drivers seat . When i went to repair all brake lines needs to be replaced. Plus the more i look on-line and people i talk too everyone is having the same problem. Body&frame rust ,what can i do? *tr
ODI 10342341
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
There is an issue with the brake system on the 2001 chevrolet silverado pick-up that chevrolet has failed to address satisfactorily. The trucks were recalled due to an issue with the speed sensor that would cause the brakes to fail. In 2005 chevrolet recalled the trucks for this issue and supposedly put rust protestant on the speed sensor to protect it from failing. In 2010 i was nearly involved in a traffic crash…
ODI 10339276
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving approximately 10 mph, the contact applied pressure to the brake pedal and the antilock braking system engaged independently. He also experienced an increase in stopping distance and time. The failure recurred whenever he would apply the brake pedal when driving at low speeds. The manufacturer was notified and the contact was informed that his…
ODI 10365737
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Brake line failure. Happened to 1 line twice within a year, and the following year another line broke. All lines have been replaced. This is on a 1999 chevy pick-up. The lines were so bad in 10 years, had to be replaced. I believe this is a safety issue, other vehicles i've had at least 20 yr, never happened. I've seen a 2003 chevy pickup that in a short period of time will also need replaced. I believe the…
ODI 10357942
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I own a 1999 chevy silverado. I was going around a blind down hill turn, when i got around the turn there was a car completely on my side of the road. I slammed on the brakes, the truck slowed but did not stop, and the brake pedal went to the floor. After i was able to stop the truck, i found that the steel brake line running along the frame had ruptured. The location of the rupture was under the drivers side door.…
ODI 10326975
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The brakes failed on my 1999 chevrolet silverado recently. A mechanic replaced all brake lines due to corrosion. *tr
ODI 10326291
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
On 4/5/10 while stopping at a red light at 93rd and broadway, crown point, in. I had a brake failure. The pedal went to the floor and my truck barely stopped. I had my truck trailered home. I discovered that the rear brake line had rusted out. I have not repaired the brake line yet. *tr
ODI 10325021
Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
All this due to rusted out brake lines. On 3/9/10 i was approaching a stop sign in a 35mph zone. I put my foot on the brake pedal and the pedal went to the floor. I was able to give it a few pumps and i stopped in time. I immediately drove 4 blocks to auto shop. The mechanic found a ruptured brake line going to the back brakes due to rust. Four days later i had to return my truck to the shop because my back brakes…
ODI 10429456
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
My 1999 chevy silverado 1500 4wd (purchased new by me) has had multiple corrosion/rust brake line failures that first began when the vehicle was only three years old. One event left me desperate as the failure occurred when backing my 8,000lb boat down a steep boat ramp into the water. The abs module also failed to operate when only two years old. All of this has led to extremely expensive repairs and modifications…
ODI 10326283
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Structure
Brakes failed towed to garage mechanic said brake lines rusted out that were bolted to drivers side frame and that frame on drivers side was rusted to the point that the vehicle would not pass another safety inspection in september called gm in detroit to find out if there were recalls and if there was something they could do to correct the problem they said no so i took picturesand am taking vehicle to be fixed…
ODI 10321760
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I have a 1999 ext. Cab chevy silverado, my abs ,brake, and low fuel warning lights stay lite up until i turn off vehicle. And i have fuel and replaced brakes and the these warning lights still come on. *tr
ODI 10402335
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
1999 chevy silverado p/u had rusty brake lines causing total brake failure. Spent over $5000 at dealer to correct problem. All hydraulic lines had to be replaced. Gm refused to reimburse me for any of the repairs or repair brakes to my satisfaction. *tr
ODI 10330404
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Brakes do not work very good at speeds less than 8 mph. *tr
ODI 10317332
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
My brakes went out while driving my 1999 gm pickup. I was lucky to stop without an injury. I had to replace all my brake lines. This was a cost of $2,073.00 dollars. I am a disabled veteran on a fixed income. I do plan to send a letter to gm about this issue. *tr
ODI 10325018
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I own a 1999 silverado extended cab 2wd ls pickup truck. I nearly ran through my parents garage when the brake line suddenly ruptured and leaked. Upon further investigation all the lines are terribly corroded and rusted to a point of being brittle( even lines under the hood where they are typically protected) i was happy that i was not on the highway when this occurred. I have since changed the main line to the rear…
ODI 10327141
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
ROTTED BRAKE LINES. *TR
ODI 10292588
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving and hauling a trailer at approximately 35 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal but the brakes did not engage so the vehicle went through a red traffic light. The contact noticed the brake line seemed completely rusted. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The current and failure mileages were approximately 140,000.
ODI 10326776
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Unnecessary abs activation at slow speed. Abs wheel speed sensor output found to be low. Vehicle was previously serviced by dealer (1/18/06) under gm recall 05068. Service consisted of 'removing and cleaning abs wheel speed sensors'. Subsequent failure indicates that the corrective action does not adequately address the underlying defect. *tr
ODI 10289125
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