2003 Chevrolet Pickup Problems
- Complaints
- 10filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 24,000miles, 7 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2003 Chevrolet Pickup (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2003 Chevrolet Pickup. The part named most often is brakes, with 3 complaints (30% of the total), followed by suspension (2) and tires (2). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 71% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 24,000 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 2 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes3 30%
- Suspension2 20%
- Tires2 20%
- Fuel system1 10%
- Steering1 10%
Example complaints
Brakes: “While driving warning service brake system illuminated on the dashboard. The ABS and parking brake lights also illuminated. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, and told consumer that ABS brakes were inoperable.”
NHTSA complaint #10088033, filed 2004-08Suspension: “After hitting a bump in the road consumer heard a rattling noise coming from the front suspension. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10102083, filed 2004-12, 27,000 milesTires: “The bar used for lowering the spare tire from beneath the vehicle does not slide into the access slot. The manufacturer and the dealer will be notified of the problem. Feel free to provide additional information.”
NHTSA complaint #10037914, filed 2003-08, 1,500 milesFuel system: “The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Pickup. The contact stated that the fuel system was leaking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the diagnostic results were unknown. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 148,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10672403, filed 2015-01, 148,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
71% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 12,000 and 27,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2003 Chevrolet Pickup in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 2 on record; the latest 2 are shown.
- 10042986Nov 1, 2011Seats. General motors: information provided by bulletin for all 2012 and prior general motor trucks and passenger vehicles regarding the adjustable comfort and custom upholstery of the driver and the…
- 10019186Feb 16, 2006Interior lighting, Exterior lighting. Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb2
Other model years of the Chevrolet Pickup
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 10 | 24,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 17 | 33,300 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 17 | 35,750 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2000 | 32 | 41,500 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 39 | 36,750 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 74 | 75,000 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 75 | 84,500 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 60 | 38,000 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 79 | 74,000 | 0 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 58 | 73,000 | 0 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1992 | 13 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 16 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1990 | 11 | 42,253 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet Pickup model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2003 Chevrolet Pickup have?
NHTSA recorded 10 consumer complaints for the 2003 Chevrolet Pickup as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2003 Chevrolet Pickup is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 3 complaints (30% of the total), followed by suspension with 2.
Has the 2003 Chevrolet Pickup been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2003 Chevrolet Pickup reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 24,000 miles and the middle half falls between 12,000 and 27,000 miles; 71% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.