1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Parking Brake Problems
- 10
- 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
- parking brake · 6 records
- problems emergency · 4 records
- emergency brakes · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Parking Brake · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I have a 1999 chevy silverado. I have had to replace the brake lines due to a rupture as i was coming upon a 4 way intersection. Thank god nothing was coming as i rolled through it. I made it home and to the shop the next day and had to replace all the brake lines. I have had to replace the parking brake pads on the rear which is a recalled item on a truck that has a manual shift transmission. What does the…
ODI 10269937
Electrical System · Parking Brake
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 1500. The service engine, brake light and abs lights have been illuminated since the vehicle was purchased. The parking brake does not work normally. The dealer stated that the electrical system had to be replaced and all related recalls were previously repaired. The contact stated that the failures are related to the recalls. The contact is responsible for all cost…
ODI 10237718
Parking Brake · Rotor
Dt*: the contact stated while rotating the tires, there was extreme corrosion on the rotors, and upon further inspection the parking brake was extremely worn as well. The vehicle was exposed to harsh winter weather, but road salts were not used. There is a nhtsa recall, #05v161000, regarding the parking brake. The vehicle vin was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was alerted.
ODI 10166730
Parking Brake
Complaint about rear parking brake at service repair several times to dealership. I was told that is just the way it is... Now at 84,438 miles after the extended warranty is over by less than one year and 9,000 miles, being told the rear parking brake pads are worn out and need to be replaced. Cost was nearly $300. I was told they wear out as you drive around?? *jb
ODI 10160983
Parking Brake
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle has been exhibiting gradual problems with the emergency parking brakes over the years since it was purchased. When the emergency brake pedal was depressed on normal road conditions, it would not hold. This brake failure did not result in any crashes or injuries. The brake lights did not illuminate before any of the brake failures. Adjustments were made to the brakes by a service…
ODI 10160149
Parking Brake
Vehicle is experiencing problems with the emergency brakes. This defect occurred shortly after the vehicle was purchased with just a few thousand miles. When applying the emergency brakes, they will not hold the vehicle in position. Owner took the vehicle back to the dealer where a few adjustments were made but the problem still occurs. Provide further details. *nm
ODI 10107317
Parking Brake
When shifting into neutral to test the emergency the brakes, the vehicle rolled forward. The brakes failed to hold the vehicle. The dealer stated that this was normal. *ak *sc *jb
ODI 10072292
Parking Brake
Have had a issue with the emergency brake of my 1999 chevrolet silverado auto transmission since it was new. Took vehicle in under warranty to dealer for repair they only adjusted cable instead of changing pads. Still did not solve problem,was told by dealer that lever going all the way to floor was normal as this brake was for parking not for emergencies and was not meant to stop vehicle only to gradually slow it…
ODI 10369776
Parking Brake
Vehicle is experiencing problems with the emergency brakes. When the brake is applied, they will not hold the vehicle in position. Provide further details. *nm
ODI 10107319
Parking Brake
Vehicle is experiencing problems with the emergency brake. Vehicle has been experiencing this defect since it was purchased. Owner has taken the vehicle back to the dealer for a few adjustments. However, the problem still exist. Provide further details. *nm
ODI 10107303
Catalog parts for this system
Catalog year/make/model rows for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
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