2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Service Brakes Problems
- 77
- 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 77 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake lines · 44 records
- brake pedal · 24 records
- brake line · 23 records
- pedal went · 22 records
- went floor · 21 records
- brake fluid · 11 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 32 |
| 30–60k mi | 15 |
| 100–150k mi | 13 |
| 150–400k mi | 11 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes · Wheels
Hi my name is [xxx] my email is [xxx]. I've had my 2005 chevrolet silverado ss truck with the 6.0 engine for five years. In those 5 years i have had to change the wheel hub assembly's and the front rotors 7 times. I'm pretty sick of this recurring issue i see that there was a recall on the regular silverados for my year but not on the 6.0 engine i'm not sure what gives but i need this problem to be rectified. This…
ODI 11194473
Service Brakes
While traveling in traffic on the highway at less than 30 miles per hour when i went to apply my brakes the abs came on immediately shortening my safe stopping distance enough so the end result was a collision.
Crash reported
ODI 11205160
Service Brakes
While driving approx 50mph on 2-lane highway a brake line burst under hard braking (vehicle in front of me suddenly slowed to make a turn off the highway) due to rust. Pedal went all the way to the floor and i lost significant braking power. This resulted in a minor accident where i dented the bumper of the truck that was turning and significantly bent the right end of my front bumper. Was able to continue the trip…
Crash reported
ODI 11182401
Service Brakes
When brakes are applied while driving and the anti-lock brake feature engages because of slick conditions, the brakes lock up and remain that way even when the brake pedal is released. This causes the truck to go into a slide. It happens at all speeds but only when the abs is engaging.
ODI 11171022
Service Brakes
This is 3rd time my brakes blow a line in 2 years and the first 2 times one time i was holding my brakes while backing up a hill on my property with a trailer attached, the second coming to a stop sign and this last time going down a steep hill coming to an intersection. I just changed the line that was broken the first two times. I had filed a complaint with you last year but i cannot find the info. This time i…
ODI 11217639
Service Brakes
While traveling at about 5 mph, i experience a total brake failure. The petal dropped to the floor. I was unable to stop the vehicle resulting in a rear end collision with the stopped vehicle in front of me. It was determined that a brake line ruptured. I was under the impression that it was a law that vehicles of this year had a dual braking system to avoid this situation. If this vehicle does have such a system it…
Crash reported
ODI 11163193
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. While the vehicle was on an incline, the brakes failed to engage without warning. After depressing the brake pedal several times, the brakes were able to engage. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 85,349.
ODI 11128405
Service Brakes
BRAKES FAILED. LEAK FROM CORRODED BRAKE LINE
ODI 11112847
Service Brakes
Total brake failure due to a ruptured metal brake line/pipe. Failure occurred in my driveway while attempting to move the truck forward. I understand that a recall for this failure was denied for general motors trucks up to the 2003 model year but my truck is a 2005 model, and based on what i have learned, this failure continues with newer models. This recall needs to be re-opened and re-investigated by professional…
ODI 11111314
Service Brakes
Complete and sudden brake failure while pressing on brake pedal to slow vehicle to avoid colliding with vehicle ahead -vehicle was in motion _operator pressed brake pedal -brake pedal travelled to floor and vehicle did not slow certified mechanic diagnosed problem as burst brake line
ODI 11079722
Service Brakes · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving less than 5 mph, the brake pedal would unexpectedly stop working. The contact stated that the anti-lock brake system was not functioning properly. The contact had to depress the brake pedal several times to get it to work. The steering wheel would also stop functioning when the brakes experienced the failure. There were no warning indicators…
ODI 11050924
Service Brakes · Steering
I was driving down a hill about 25 mph on a city street when a warning notice appeared " service steering system" and " service brake system". Almost immediately i could not steer or brake. I almost hit a pedestrian trying to steer and stop. I finally was able to turn a corner and stopped. I slowly drove two blocks to my house at about 5 mph. I am a strong man and if my wife or a less strong individual had been…
ODI 11040758
Service Brakes
All brake lines rusted . Brake lines leaking fluid . Low brake fluid. Was driving on highway had pay load400 pounds.
ODI 11051414
Service Brakes
I was coming home on a state highway traveling 45 mph i turned onto my home street and i had no brakes. Luckily i was 200 feet from my driveway and i coasted and turned into my driveway and was able to stop. I had it towed to a gm dealer and found out all my brake lines had rusted out. The mechanic could not get the bleeder screws off the calliphers because the screws were also rusted out. We always undercoat our…
ODI 10981491
Service Brakes
Backed out of driveway brake pedal went to floor.repair shop said brake lines all rusted.
ODI 10937144
Service Brakes
I was going down my driveway, pulling a 16 ft stock trailer and the brake line to the rear passenger side wheel ruptured. I was able to stop, but could not have if i'd been at highway speed. The electric brakes on the trailer helped. Took to chevy service and all brake lines were corroded and eaten through. Pistons corroded and stuck on both front calipers. All lines were replaced along with the calipers. Total cost…
ODI 10920393
Service Brakes
While driving on a highway at 55mph, i pressed on the brake to slow my speed as i was entering a congested area nearing a town. The pedal went to the floor. I geared it down manually with my gearshift and turned off the highway into a self-car wash. After looking under vehicle, i noticed brake fluid all around drivers side rear wheel. After further detailed inspection, the brake line that runs from the master cyl to…
ODI 10936028
Air Bags · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving approximately 45 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but the brakes failed to operate. The contact crashed into a ditch. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate…
Crash reported
ODI 10904506
Service Brakes
On july 23rd i was driving on a local highway at 55 mph. When i attempted to break for a turn the peddle went all the way to the floor. I had to coast to a stop. A rusty break line blew out in the engine compartment on the drivers side. I am lucky no other vehicles were on the road with me.
ODI 10888031
Service Brakes
Brake pedal went all the way to the floor when applied. The pickup has about 62000 miles on it is well maintained. Located in virginia and during the winter i take the pickup to the carwash several time purposely to have the undercarriage washed. When my mechanic checked it out his response was "i have never seen anything like this. The brake and fuel lines are paper thin from rust. I am fortunate in no one was hurt…
ODI 10852811
Service Brakes · Unknown Or Other
Rusting brake lines in hard to reach areas of the vehicle that normal washing doesn't clean. I was slowing down for traffic getting of the highway when my brake pedal went to the floor. I used the e-brake to get home and when i arrived home i crawled underneath the truck and found where the hard line goes to the flex line over the rear end it had split. I repaired that and now right next to the gas tank in split…
ODI 10789004
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. After a recent trip, the contact noticed that the brake line had blown out. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer and the brake lines were replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 48,000. Updated 02/12/16*lj updated 05/09/18*jb *cn
ODI 10809496
Service Brakes
This morning on the way to work i approached a t intersection traffic light. The light changed from green to yellow as i approached it. I pressed and the brakes and the pedal went straight to the floor, "no brakes". The traffic light turned red and i had to try to maneuver through the corner at to much speed, almost rolling the truck. Once i slowed to a stop. I inspected the truck, and sure enough there is a puddle…
ODI 10744812
Service Brakes
While driving, i hit the brakes and the peddle went to the floor. Narrowly missing 2 cars in front of me. Upon review after towing home, all 4 front brake lines have considerable "flaking corrosion", with one blown line and one line seeping. I used the e-brake to get off the road as it had absolutely no brakes whatsoever. Rear brake lines are rusted as well. Got ahold of gm dealer and was quoted $1100 time and…
ODI 10735122
Service Brakes
It was early in the morning , my brother and i were backing up the truck to attach the boat for towing. He was backing up my truck while i guided him back towards the hitch of the boat. We got the boat hitch attached to the truck and i asked him if he wanted to drive . Thank god he refused to drive, once i got in the truck , i applied my brakes before putting the truck in drive and noticed that the brake peddle went…
ODI 10723879
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Catalog year/make/model rows for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
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