1999 Chevrolet C/k Pickups
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1999 Chevrolet C/k Pickups. Newest first.
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks. the seat belts fail to conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Risk and remedy
Risk
The seat belts may not restrain an occupant properly in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both the front driver and passenger seat belts with new seat belts.
Owner complaints
37 complaints5 involved a crash1 involved a fire6 injuries1 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system · Structure › Body · Suspension
The vehicle IS 16 years old. It currently has 201,352 miles. The body IS starting to rust over the rear tire and the frame IS really rusted. Driver power window switch went out and rolled itself down and cant get it to go up at all. Really love the truck but gm could have built it to last longer..my 1974 GMC IS in better shape than this truck IS and its nearing 40 years old.
- Service brakes
I was driving on a highway and came to a light. I applied the brakes and they went to the floor. I had to go through the light into a wall. It was towed to a garage and was told all the brake lines were rotted and had to be replaced. *js
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Brake line failed on 1999 chevy silverado 4WD pick up. Crashed into the back of a ups freight truck at stop light. I applied the brake pedal app. 50 yards to try to stop my truck the brake pedal went to the floor I was helpless cars on one side telephone poles on the other luckily put truck in 2ND…
Brake line failed on 1999 chevy silverado 4WD pick up. Crashed into the back of a ups freight truck at stop light. I applied the brake pedal app. 50 yards to try to stop my truck the brake pedal went to the floor I was helpless cars on one side telephone poles on the other luckily put truck in 2ND gear to slow the truck down some then crash ed hard into the back of freight truck. Luckily not killed. Brake fluid was flowing out of rusted brake lines under drivers side seat under frame. Truck IS possibly a total loss. Gm had me tow at my own expense to verify the broken tubing break line,had my mechanic look at the brake lines and said it definitely ruptured and we took pictures of rusted brake lines as evidence. Gm investigator asked me if I was injured and what I wanted from them. I responded to be made whole for all the bills and damages from the accident from their rusted and faulty brake equipment. *tr
- Equipment · Fuel system, diesel
This will be the 4TH fuel injector pump installed on my vehicle. Twice it quit while traveling more than 50 mph on major highways. This causes all lost of power to the steering and braking. The company has replaced it free until now. The vehicle had to be towed all 3 times. This appears to be a problem with these pumps that the company will not talk about. *Tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
My antilock brakes are not working properly. Atlow speeds mthe antilock motor comes on and pushes back against the brake pedal. I have had this repaired 4 times with new speed sensors on the front brakes and still I am having this trouble. *Tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Wheel speed sensor/tone ring
Truck will not stop. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Fuel pump in fuel tank. *Tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Dt*: the contact stated when the brake was applied, the pedal felt spongy. the ABS kicked in at 10 mph. there was a nhtsa recall, # 05v379000, regarding the service brakes, hydraulic: antilock. the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. updated 04/05/07*jb
- Air bags · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Was traveling approximately 25 miles per hour toward intersection. applied brakes but oddly pedal seemed to go to floor with zero braking action. Subsequently, my vehicle entered intersection during red light. was struck on drivers side by 18-wheeler crossing intersection and then my vehicle's…
Was traveling approximately 25 miles per hour toward intersection. applied brakes but oddly pedal seemed to go to floor with zero braking action. Subsequently, my vehicle entered intersection during red light. was struck on drivers side by 18-wheeler crossing intersection and then my vehicle's forward momentum caused a frontal impact to 18-wheeler crossing intersection from the passengers side. air bag did not deploy. vehicle was a total loss. my wife sustained a fractured rib, bruised sterum and cervical spine dislocation. my two children ages 6 and 9 sustained cuts to the head from flying glass requiring stitches and glue. I attempted to have general motors inspect the vehicle; however, they were un- willing to pay a $500.00 fee for wrecking yard to move vehicle for inspection. brakes and air bag failure !!!! both problems that have been previously identified by other vehicle owners. *jb
- Structure › Body › Tailgate › Hinge and attachments
Dt*: the contact stated the driver side tailgate cable has been replaced and fractured a second time. the passenger cable IS in the process of fracturing. there IS a nhtsa recall, # 06v066000, regarding the tailgate cables. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it IS not included in the recall due to the vin.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Dt*: the contact stated the ABS engaged while applying brake pressure at speeds of 10mph or less. the vehicle was seen by a dealer and the front brakes were replaced. although the problem persisted, no further repairs were made. there IS a nhtsa recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock…
Dt*: the contact stated the ABS engaged while applying brake pressure at speeds of 10mph or less. the vehicle was seen by a dealer and the front brakes were replaced. although the problem persisted, no further repairs were made. there IS a nhtsa recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it IS not included in the recall due to the vin.
- Structure › Body › Tailgate
Load of plywood fell from the pickup when the tailgate cable broke. the car behind me did not get hit by the load of plywood but had to avoid the load by swerving. the plywood was damaged and the tailgate was destroyed. *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
The antilock brake system has failed on my 1999 chevrolet with less than 49000 miles. The vehicle ID IS [xxx] I bought this vehicle new and have never abused it. Berglund chevrolet in roanoke estimated the cost of fixing this at $1000 dollars. How long would this fix last? How safe IS a vehicle…
The antilock brake system has failed on my 1999 chevrolet with less than 49000 miles. The vehicle ID IS [xxx] I bought this vehicle new and have never abused it. Berglund chevrolet in roanoke estimated the cost of fixing this at $1000 dollars. How long would this fix last? How safe IS a vehicle that will not go 50000 miles without a major component on the brakes failing???i searched the internet and found a forum with several complaints on this problem. *nm updated 07/17/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6)
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Exhaust manifold bolts are snapping off one by one. This IS causing exhaust fumes to enter the cab of the truck making the driver sleepy or sick from the fumes. After talking to g.m mechanics a lot of the chevy 3/4 ton with 6.0 motors are doing this. This IS a bad safety issue. G.m denies there IS a problem. *Jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Failure of ABS system on 1999 chevoret c1500 pickups. I have heard from many mechanics that the 1999-2003 kelsey hayes (tm) ABS module IS failing in a considerable amount of vehicles. mine has failed and the ABS system no longer works. gm has not recognized this a major defect and does not warrant any repair. *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Loss of breaking below 5 mph. anti lock brakes quit working. coming to a stop, at about 5 mph, brake pedal pushes back against foot, all breaking ceases and howling or burrrrr noise IS heard. if you force the brake pedal down as in panic stop, pedal goes almost to floor and braking resumes. if…
Loss of breaking below 5 mph. anti lock brakes quit working. coming to a stop, at about 5 mph, brake pedal pushes back against foot, all breaking ceases and howling or burrrrr noise IS heard. if you force the brake pedal down as in panic stop, pedal goes almost to floor and braking resumes. if you let up on the brake pedal and reapply pressure, breaking returns to normal operation. this IS an intermittent problem, but repeatable. there are no warning lights on the dash. the gm dealer says my vehicle IS not involved in the ABS recall as it IS in minnesota. dealer says I have to will probably have to replace the hubs and sensors to fix problem. they are aware of the problems with the brakes, but at this time, they say it IS my responsibility as the recall does not affect my vehicle. *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic
ABS module failure on 1999 chevrolet silverado ck 1500 - when this system failed, the red brake light indicator also came on. in order to stop the pump from running continually, we were instructed to remove the fuse. this pump ran even with the engine off. the dealership said the module cost…
ABS module failure on 1999 chevrolet silverado ck 1500 - when this system failed, the red brake light indicator also came on. in order to stop the pump from running continually, we were instructed to remove the fuse. this pump ran even with the engine off. the dealership said the module cost $800 to replace. we have also found that this IS not an uncommon problem with this particular model. it IS a huge problem for us now because the truck will not pass inspection since the red brake light burns also. we are told that the brake light IS on because the ABS light IS on. we were told the truck could pass inspection with only the ABS light on but not with the brake light on because of safety issues. that IS, if there were another brake system failure and the brake light was on, there would be no further warning. we feel as though general motors should be responsible for this as they have to know this IS a recurring problem with this model. we contacted them for help but were told we had to take the truck to a dealer to be diagnosed. the problem IS clear and unmistakable as to what it IS. we are living pay check to pay check like a lot of people and cannot afford to take it from place to place to have it diagnosed. we were also told that if we had bought the truck new, had all the service done at gm and had purchased several gm vehicles, we might be eligible for some assistance on this module from gm. if it IS true that the red brake warning light IS connected to the ABS light, we are paying for that feature of gm by being forced to fix this module when other vehicles not so equipped can choose to not fix it and still pass inspection. our truck IS currently in the garage waiting to get the part. it seems that any used parts are very difficult to find and in our case, our mechanic cannot find one. we are facing a repair bill of $860 just for this ABS module. *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
When applying brakes, ABS seems to be malfunctioning. *nm
- Service brakes, air › Antilock › Wheel speed sensor
ABS brakes activate at slow speeds
- Service brakes, air › Antilock › Control unit/module
ABS controll unit will not shut off after engine has been shut off. Fuse has to be removed to prevent overheating unit.new unit IS over $1000.00
- Service brakes, air › Antilock › Wheel speed sensor
Problem with ABS brakes low-speed activation with brake pedal going all the way to the floor causing foot to hit gas pedal in forward and reverse. this problem IS what has called for a recall in canada and newer gm vehicles. when will a recall be issued to fix this safety hazzard in older model…
Problem with ABS brakes low-speed activation with brake pedal going all the way to the floor causing foot to hit gas pedal in forward and reverse. this problem IS what has called for a recall in canada and newer gm vehicles. when will a recall be issued to fix this safety hazzard in older model pick-up trucks? your site shows gm shows three incidents in 100,000 vehicles, well I personally know more than 3 people in my area who are having this problem. in winter time the brakes actually lock up causing the vehicle to skid. this appears to be more than just a cold weather problem. every time I drive the vehicle (a 1999 chevrolet silverado pickup) this happens.
- Equipment · Service brakes, air › Antilock › Wheel speed sensor
ABS brake system on 1999 chevy truck. Nhtsa action # pe05020 contacted dealer, talked to service manager and owner will not do anything about the problem said ID have to pay for it because they dont reconize any recalls or defects
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
I own a 1999 chevrolet k-1500 pick-up truck. I'm experiencing the same problems with the anti-lock brakes as the other 1999 trucks in the investigation issued 5/02/05. I agree this IS a safety issue and believe gm needs to recall the vehicles asap. In the recall please include the chevrolet c/k 1500 pick-up trucks.
- Fuel system, other › Delivery › Fuel pump
I have a 1999 sliverado with a bad fuel gage and that I heard that gm IS recall all years but 1999 here a qoute from gm gm announced five other recalls monday: the chevrolet suburban and yukon XL from 2000 and 2001 for possible overheating of fuel pump wires that could lead to stalling…
I have a 1999 sliverado with a bad fuel gage and that I heard that gm IS recall all years but 1999 here a qoute from gm gm announced five other recalls monday: the chevrolet suburban and yukon XL from 2000 and 2001 for possible overheating of fuel pump wires that could lead to stalling, failure to start, fuel leaks or inaccurate fuel level readings. The recall covers 332,202 vehicles I have the inaccurate fuel gage
- Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
I have a 1999 chevrolet silverado extended cab truck. yesterday, the bolts holding the steering gear to the frame attachment broke and I lost all steering control. I was luckily pulling out of a parking space and not driving on a road, as this could have been a terrible accident. I looked on…
I have a 1999 chevrolet silverado extended cab truck. yesterday, the bolts holding the steering gear to the frame attachment broke and I lost all steering control. I was luckily pulling out of a parking space and not driving on a road, as this could have been a terrible accident. I looked on your web site under recalls, and I see reference to nhtsa recall no 98v242/gm recall no. 98062 that describes what happened to my truck exactly. however, upon checking with gm, they did not issue a recall on my vin number. it did not apply to my truck they say. it appears to me that they may have more trucks involved with the potentially severe problem than they have issued recalls for. I think they should investigate further and they should also be responsible for fixing this problem. It IS very strange that what you describe in the recall IS exactly what happened to me. this IS very scary. The dealer has talked to gm and they are not willing to pay to fix it. The dealer has ordered new bolts to be put in. Please let me know what you think. *Jb
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Parking brake failure
Odi opened pe03-057 to assess parking brake ineffectiveness in the subject vehicles.these vehicles are equipped with four wheel disc brakes that incorporate a single-shoe drum-in-hat parking brake independent of the service brakes.complaint and warranty data indicate that the parking brake linings tend to wear out…
Odi opened pe03-057 to assess parking brake ineffectiveness in the subject vehicles.these vehicles are equipped with four wheel disc brakes that incorporate a single-shoe drum-in-hat parking brake independent of the service brakes.complaint and warranty data indicate that the parking brake linings tend to wear out early in the life of the vehicle (at an average of 24 months in service), reducing the parking brake system's torque below that needed to immobilize the vehicle.gm has attributed this accelerated wear to foreign material intrusion and a failure of the brake shoe to properly self-center within its brake drum.effective with the start of my 2003 production, a newer reduced force hold-down clip was introduced to facilitate brake shoe disengagement from the drum surface.this part IS also available at the service level for the my 1999-2002 vehicles.gm has indicated that the paking brake IS intended to operate in conjunction with the transmission to immobilze parked vehicles, and that in many cases, accelerated parking brake lining wear IS caused by rough use, vehicle modifications, and driving with the parking engaged. Odi has upgraded the preliminary evaluation to an engineering analysis to gather further information concerning parking brake usage factors and the circumstances surrounding the seventeen reported vehicle crashes.
- Vacuum brake booster
Alleged that the vacuum brake booster can fail resulting in loss of brake effectiveness and extended stopping distances.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10019186Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. FB2
- 623871The security lamp illuminates while driving; the engine cranks but will not start; and / or the engine starts then stalls and the security lamp IS flashing.
- 619187This bulletin IS to inform dealers of the release of a new torque converter bolt for certain transmissions.
- 619185Some owners may comment on the manual transmission coming out of gear. Typically 1ST gear IS most affected.
- 617764Campaign parts bulletin regarding fmvss neck extension requirements.
- 617750Subject regarding fmvss neck extension requirements.
- 617631The purpose of this message IS to address inquires regarding the time allowance on campaign 00045 - front seat belt compliance for chevrolet and GMC c/k pickup trucks.
- 612670Some customers may comment on a higher than expected accelerator pedal effort from the idle position, c/k series pick ups (silverado and sierra). *Mjs
- 605511Subject regarding the wrong oil filter part number listed on the 'normal maintenance replacement parts' page of the owner's manual.
- 605510A complete remail of the replacement insert page was scheduled for engines built with the wrong engine oil filter part number.
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