2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 4%of 445 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 55,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the brakes of the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 4% of the 445 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 55,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a 2009 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500. The brake system went out and the dealers refuse to do anything because it is out of warranty. I did some research and found that the 2009 Chevrolet silverado on many trucks have had problems. I have another 2009 Chevrolet silverado with 26,000 miles with the same problem...updated 05-26-15 updated 7/6/2015 updated 11/4/2015”
NHTSA complaint #10705719, filed 2015-04, 43,000 miles“Not much for brakes on the initial push of the pedal but if you pump them up they are good. Really bad in a emergency stop or when you have a light trailer on that doesn't require separate brakes on trailer. I had it both on 1500 4x4 08gmc and on the same 09 chevy I have now.”
NHTSA complaint #10316365, filed 2010-03, 3,600 miles“Stopped at a stop sign, and truck would not move so I backup then it went ahead. The first corner I went around heard a scrapping sound. Went to dealer truck had 16615 mi. On it , had 16615 miles on when I got it back, they said nothing wrong. Had same trouble 2 days later went back to dealer then they told me both rear seals were leaking that also ruined both rear brake cylinders. All was replaced they said was not covered on my warranty cost 191.20 rear wheel seals, 98.08 for rear wheel brake cylinders. Gm was no help.”
NHTSA complaint #10863182, filed 2016-05, 16,615 miles“While driving the stabilitrak light came on and then the ABS light. It stayed on, so I took it to a mechanic who determined it was the brake switch and he replaced it. It has been fine until recently, when it came on again and my brake lights were sticking on, so I replaced the brake switch again. So, far it's stayed off. My concern is that my truck my start having the same issues as our other GM vehicle, which also involves the stabilitrak/traction control/reduced power lights coming on. Reduced power is dangerous while driving, especially on the interstate in heavy traffic. …”
NHTSA complaint #10706737, filed 2015-03, 88,986 miles“I have had this problem occasionally since I bought the truck new, but recently it started to do the same thing on a regular basis. Start the truck and it's fine, but go to shift into gear and the service engine, service traction control, and service ABS lights and messages come on the dash. Today, I pressed the brakes while driving it and heard a click when I did so, so I pulled over and checked and found that if I push my brake pedal very far, my brake lights went out. I just had my vehicle serviced and inspected at the GM dealership about 9 months/5,000 miles ago. …”
NHTSA complaint #10653670, filed 2014-11, 65,000 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…
- 10222777Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 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…
- 10213760Jan 10, 2022This service bulletin provides information for tire pressure monitoring (TPM) system concerns.
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 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
231 complaintsOther or unknown
57 complaintsBody and structure
54 complaintsElectrical system
43 complaintsEngine
36 complaintsFuel system
15 complaintsElectronic stability control
13 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaintsExterior lighting
9 complaintsSteering
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 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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