1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 373about this part
- Share
- 64%of 587 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 107,654miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 373 complaints about the brakes of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 64% of the 587 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 107,654 miles. 27 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Pulling into driveway at my brother's house and brake line rusted through causing my to on this downhill grade run into another vehicle at his house. Damaged the bumper and grill on my truck and his bumper and hood of his car in an olds alero. Replacing all brake lines with stainless steel and not repairing the damaged parts due to GM being cheap on such a vital part.”
NHTSA complaint #10733382, filed 2015-07, 15 miles“I was driving down a 2 lane road road and a car slowed in front of me. As I applied the brakes the pedal went to the floor. I was able to avoid the car by going to the shoulder and then turing on to a side street. Once stoped I exited the truck and saw brake fluid leaking from below the drivers door. This exact problem happened to my grandfathers 2001 silverado not more that 3 months ago.”
NHTSA complaint #10838868, filed 2016-02, 223,000 miles“Metallic brake lines rusted out. Complete loss of brakes.fortunately I was in my driveway getting ready to leave & heard a slight popping noise & lost ability to stop. Got out & brake fluid all over driveway..unable to add photos,truck was towed to service station immediately afterwards”
NHTSA complaint #11022629, filed 2017-09, 108,000 miles“While driving down the highway my chevy SILVERADO 1500 brake line ruptured leaving me to think quick to avoid a crash. After pulling over I inspected the brake line to find the rear driver side hard line rusted completely thru right before it converts to a soft line. Since I bought this truck 10 years ago I've had nothing but problems with the brakes.”
NHTSA complaint #10546689, filed 2013-10, 145,000 miles“I have a 1999 SILVERADO 1500 I had the brake lines replaced in july 2014 because of corrosion. Then yesterday november 4th 2014 I had the truck to a shop getting tires put on and when they started to lift it the rear end started to sag. They let it down and noticed rust holes in the frame. This truck is not safe to drive and GM needs to post a recall on these problems!”
NHTSA complaint #10652654, filed 2014-11, 220,800 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10226382Oct 18, 2022This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10178353Jun 26, 2020This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10162149Jun 24, 2019This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10161004May 13, 2019This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10129088Jan 23, 2018This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10078876May 11, 2016This preliminary information communication advises the technician that the hydro-boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10246647Sep 1, 2014Pre-Formed and Pre-Flared Hydraulic Brake Pipe Kits Now Available for Service
- 10246646Apr 1, 2014Pre-Formed and Pre-Flared Hydraulic Brake Pipe Kits Now Available for Service
- 10246645Nov 1, 2013Pre-Formed and Pre-Flared Hydraulic Brake Pipe Kits Now Available for Service
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 | 9% |
| 2025 | 6 | 6% |
| 2024 | 11 | 3% |
| 2023 | 25 | 6% |
| 2022 | 58 | 9% |
| 2021 | 45 | 5% |
| 2020 | 116 | 15% |
| 2019 | 195 | 18% |
| 2018 | 99 | 19% |
| 2017 | 190 | 27% |
| 2016 | 266 | 33% |
| 2015 | 374 | 34% |
| 2014 | 281 | 20% |
| 2013 | 5 | 2% |
| 2012 | 9 | 4% |
| 2011 | 17 | 3% |
| 2010 | 7 | 2% |
| 2009 | 17 | 4% |
| 2008 | 28 | 3% |
| 2007 | 62 | 7% |
| 2006 | 171 | 48% |
| 2005 | 131 | 25% |
| 2004 | 330 | 41% |
| 2003 | 429 | 53% |
| 2002 | 363 | 71% |
| 2001 | 307 | 66% |
| 2000 | 422 | 69% |
| 1999 | 373 | 64% |
| 1998 | 122 | 34% |
| 1997 | 134 | 24% |
| 1996 | 3 | 43% |
| 1994 | 3 | 30% |
Other parts of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
53 complaintsSeats
30 complaintsSuspension
29 complaintsFuel system
28 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
26 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsAir bags
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsSteering
15 complaintsTires
12 complaintsSeat belts
11 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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