2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 2%of 805 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 84,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2% of the 805 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 84,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“On 09/10/13, 1:45 pm, I was driving east on s.r. 73 near I-75 intersection. As I approached the intersection traveling approximately 35 MPH, the light changed to yellow. I braked somewhat hard and the brake pedal went to the floor board. There was no braking control at all and I proceeded through the red signal. Approximately 500 feet after going through the intersection I managed to stop in the median. Fortunately, although traffic was heavy, no contact occurred. Immediate inspection revealed a brake line rusted through. …”
NHTSA complaint #10544167, filed 2013-09, 43,345 miles“2003 chevy silverado - I have been having trouble with the speedometer fluctuating and oil pressure gauge going all the way up and all the way down. I did some research and found that chevy had a special policy which intels this special coverage covers the condition described above for a period of 7 years or 70,000 miles (110,000 km), whichever occurs first, from the date the vehicle was originally placed in service, regardless of ownership . I have done lots of research and there is a problem with the instrument panel cluster gauge needle function in a lot of chevy's. …”
NHTSA complaint #10419444, filed 2011-08, 90,000 miles“2003 chevy silverado - poor steering- I have replaced the gearing box w/front end alignment due to having 4 estimates and advised that the gear box was defected. 6 months later - I have been advised by several certified mechanics that the gear box that was put in is also defected. Poor steering control, truck pulls all over the road which could result in a crash. If the steering boxes for this year/make vehicles are defected, why not compensate the owners for all the expenses. It is obvious that these parts for this year vehicle is in fact defected. …”
NHTSA complaint #10281208, filed 2009-08, 78,000 miles“When brakes are applied at temperatures <32 degrees and pavement is wet or snowcovered, ice build-up stops the brakes from working. I have had too many close calls going through red lights or almost rear-ending other vehicles.”
NHTSA complaint #10583670, filed 2014-04, 136,660 miles“Dt: the contact stated after starting the engine, the anti-lock brake warning light illuminated. The dealer and manufacturer were alerted. The dealer discovered a mouse had stripped through the insulation and chewed through the wires under the fuse box. Updated 01/10/07.”
NHTSA complaint #10175938, filed 2006-12, 53,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 11017252Mar 28, 2025This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
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- 11007208Sep 6, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire…
- 11004557Jun 17, 2024This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11000576May 7, 2024This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support…
- 10224309Sep 30, 2022This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The…
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 20 | 16% |
| 2025 | 9 | 8% |
| 2024 | 23 | 7% |
| 2023 | 47 | 12% |
| 2022 | 64 | 10% |
| 2021 | 75 | 9% |
| 2020 | 80 | 11% |
| 2019 | 110 | 10% |
| 2018 | 60 | 11% |
| 2017 | 77 | 11% |
| 2016 | 81 | 10% |
| 2015 | 133 | 12% |
| 2014 | 197 | 14% |
| 2013 | 105 | 35% |
| 2012 | 74 | 34% |
| 2011 | 118 | 21% |
| 2010 | 44 | 12% |
| 2009 | 57 | 13% |
| 2008 | 87 | 10% |
| 2007 | 68 | 8% |
| 2006 | 9 | 3% |
| 2005 | 9 | 2% |
| 2004 | 12 | 2% |
| 2003 | 14 | 2% |
| 2002 | 12 | 2% |
| 2001 | 8 | 2% |
| 2000 | 8 | 1% |
| 1999 | 6 | 1% |
| 1997 | 3 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
429 complaintsElectrical system
195 complaintsSteering
56 complaintsVehicle speed control
29 complaintsFuel system
28 complaintsBody and structure
27 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
26 complaintsAir bags
21 complaintsEngine cooling
20 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
17 complaintsEngine
15 complaintsSuspension
14 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 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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