2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Air Bags Problems
- 17
- 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 17 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags
Email from congressman schneider on behalf of his constituent regarding takata airbag recall. *ld *tr
ODI 11173994
Air Bags
At all times during operation, the subject vehicle has a 'service air bag' message on the instrument cluster, along with the red illuminated symbol indicating air bag problem. From what i've found via internet searches, this seems to be common on the chevy trucks. I do not know if the problem would prevent the airbag(s) from operating in the event of an emergency, but i cannot assume that the airbag would actuate…
ODI 11131678
Air Bags · Electrical System · Suspension
Takata recall frame is breaking airbag lights on dash is messing up
ODI 11121135
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet silverado 800 (na). While driving at any speed, the air bag warning indicator illuminated off and on. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. Additionally, the contact received a takata settlement notice. The vin was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 150,000.
ODI 11052249
Air Bags
Takata recall, i contacted herndon chevrolet and made an appointment for the takata airbag recall. The service department told me that they could not do anything for me since takata has not sent them replacement airbags. They further stated that takata would not be sending replacement airbags sense they were bankrupt. Herndon chevrolet refused to even contact me if replacement parts became available . I then called…
ODI 11036024
Air Bags
Had to remove seat for repairs. When seat replaced red seat belt warning light stays on and message appears that says "service air bag." i can not purchase sensor for the seat which is relatively inexpensive, but have purchase the whole unit which includes the master unit under the dash.
ODI 11043924
Air Bags · Electrical System
Several times now this last 2 months my truck stops running. At first it would slow down then stop, the last time it completely shut down 3 times from work to home which is only 10 minutes away. The ignition seems to be the problem. I am bringing this to everyones attention just in case someone else has the same type of vehicle. If i were driving 65 or 70 miles per hour it could have killed someone or me or both. My…
ODI 10704710
Air Bags · Electrical System · Power Train
Vehicle was on cruise control prior to accident, i lost consciousness & do not remember anything about the crash early on. Was informed the vehicle rolled front to rear 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 times, prior to coming to rest on its top. The vehicle was a total loss due to this accident. I spent 3 days in icu and am now recuperating at home. No airbags deployed due to this accident . The vehicle was a total loss due to the…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10592067
Air Bags
Hit in rear of driver side corner of bed and sent to oncoming traffic hitting another vehicle with front of truck then rolling several times before halting to a stop. Highway patrol report taken. *tr
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10443652
Air Bags
Service air bag light came on intermittently. Vehicle taken to a dealer where a wiring harness was replaced. Subsequent, the vehicle was involved in a head-on crash severe enough to total the vehicle. Air bags did not deploy. A replacement vehicle (same model) was purchased, it too has a "service airbag" light. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10320929
Air Bags · Seats
Driver seat moved forward and the "check airbag" warning is displayed on the dashboard. Moving the seat back the warning goes off. As i understand it, if the "check airbag" is displayed the airbag functionality is essentially disabled. *tr
ODI 10245776
Air Bags
Supplemental restraint system warning light on code b0103 multiple reports of same problem on the internet. *tr
ODI 10233106
Air Bags
AIRBAG LIGHT, 53,000 MI ON VEHICLE, CODE B0103. *TR
ODI 10225446
Air Bags
Tl*the contact's son owns a 2003 chevrolet silverado 1500. On march 9, 2008, the contact's son placed the key in the ignition and started the vehicle. The air bags suddenly deployed. There were no air bag lights illuminated or warning lights prior to the failure. The contact called the dealer, but they would not assist. The dealer advised the contact to call his insurance company and file a claim. The purchase date…
ODI 10220898
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owned a 2003 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving 55 mph, the contact's vehicle was involved in a front end collision with a semi truck. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a salvage yard where it was deemed destroyed. The manufacturer stated that the crash did not fit the qualifications for air bag deployment. The driver sustained neck injuries and…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10993221
Air Bags · Electrical System
I have a 1500 chevy, silverado. I was notified by ?? Because the dealership i purchased the vehicle from has closed. The recall stated a problem with the instrument panel cluster. But, because we had more than 70,000 miles it was not covered. We had to pay over $300.00. We were not notified in a timely manner and should be reimbursed. In 2006 when the odometer and the temp gauges was sticking we did not have 70,000…
ODI 10229851
Air Bags
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet silverado 1500. In august 2005, while the vehicle was parked, the air bag light illuminated and would not turn off. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the wiring at the brake hinge was repaired. In 2010, the air bag light illuminated again. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The failure mileage was 30,283 and the current mileage was 47,292.
ODI 10360451