1991 Chevrolet Silverado
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Owner complaints
17 complaints
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- Service brakes
When applying the brakes while driving the brakes catch then the ABS comes on and the brakes pulse and go to the floor.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 1991 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated the windshield wiper was inoperable. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The contact who's a certified mechanic, diagnosed and replaced the windshield wiper motor. However, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The vin was unavailable.
- Unknown or other
I was just made aware of the paint problem and I tried to follow your suggstions given on your web site. Just like you stated I got nowhere. The dealer told me I waited too long and am no longer covered. When I called the 800 number for chevrolet, initially I was told they would repaint my truck…
I was just made aware of the paint problem and I tried to follow your suggstions given on your web site. Just like you stated I got nowhere. The dealer told me I waited too long and am no longer covered. When I called the 800 number for chevrolet, initially I was told they would repaint my truck but then after they talked to the dealer I went to they changed their mind. So now I am ready to take to small claims court.
- Seats
The driver's side seat back bolt sheared off. as a result the driver's side seat back slammed backwards into the rear wall of the truck. there was a recall on the 92'S that described the exact problem. 99 v 130 000 dealer has been contacted. please describe further. *jb *mr
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Passenger's side restraint will not retract out. dealer has been notified.*ak
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Both front seat belt buckles have broken and will not latch, causing loss of protection. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Brakes take long time to stop the vehicle since new. Yh
- Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar
When making either left or right hand turn steering wheel locks up. Then releases, causing loss of power steering control. Consumer has contacted the manufacturer. Please provide any further details. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When applying the brakes pedal becomes hardened and does not stop for a few seconds. Mechanic says it's normal. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
The rear brake lines rusted at one of the connectors, resulting in leakage of the brake fluid. the manufacturer will be notified. *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Vehicle expriencing on-going / intermittent problem with vehicle wiper fail to work while on; wiper would turn itself off while on. Dealer/mfr. Notified.
- Unknown or other
No summary listed for above vehicle.
- Structure › Frame and members
Paint has peeled off in three different places. *Mjs
- Unknown or other
I am the second owener of this truck and would like to know if this would be consider a recall, and who would honor it in this area. If you could respond by e-mail with information it would be appreciated. Thank you very much. No defect mentioned. *ak
- Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › Exterior
While driving down the freeway, the glass on the outside rearview mirror on the driver's side came off and flew back and hit the driver's side door. The damage has been corrected. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When the brakes are applied in a panic stop, there IS extended stopping distance. owner has had a new braking system installed . The dealer has been notified. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When applying the brakes the vehicle do not stop quickly enough, and the brakes seem to be too small for that vehicle. Has not seen dealer. *ak
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.
- 10007838Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan.
- 10005412Spring slap noise from the rear of the gmt 400 series truck.
- 634999Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks.
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