1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 36%of 67 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 59,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, 36% of the 67 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 59,000 miles. 3 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.
“Have had 2 1998 k3500 trucks. Both have had what I consider severe anti-lock failures which occur anytime, especially at slow speeds. Both were taken to multiple dealerships with no permanent fix. Consensus of problems on both trucks was that the wheel speed sensor was failing, which would cause the anti-lock to activate when not needed. This results in inconsistent stopping distances. Both trucks also have a cold weather real end drag problem with the brakes. When the weather is cold, the back wheels will lock up and skid while stopping no matter how light you touch the brakes. …”
NHTSA complaint #10053003, filed 2004-01, 1,000 miles“I have had this truck at glockner Chevrolet in portsmouth, ohio 45662 for repair about 10 to twelve times now. This problem is not being solved. I have contacted GM several times (over 30) to get this truck fixed. I asked for a area vehicle manager to come down and look at this truck and I have had no success in even getting a return phone call. I have been in contact with several GM reps. About this problem that is putting me at risk of having an accident but this doesn't seem to be any concern of theirs. I finally got 1 person to give me their direct line to help me with this problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #715703, filed 1999-12“While driving into town with a snow plow on the truck approached an intersection and shifted to third gear to slow down, stepped on brakes and there was nothing. Pumped the brakes, and still nothing. Put the emergency brakes on and finally stopped. Contacted dealer, and dealer replaced the master cylinder. Dealer refused to give old parts.”
NHTSA complaint #855587, filed 2000-01“Consumer was traveling about 15mph and was slowing down for a stop sign, applied the brakes, and in the process he hit a bump and vehicle rolled forward. When vehicle stopped, it was in the street passing the crosswalk. Abs braking system didn't kick in. Consumer stated that he has contacted the dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #871658, filed 2000-09“While slowing down from high speed 55mph+, the brake system takes very long time to bring vehicle to a stop. In heavy rainfall, the problem tends to be exaggerated even worse. Even at very slow speed 5-10 MPH, when brakes applied the brakes would lock up, causing on or both of the rear wheels to lock and skid. Pedal will then vibrate or shake as in experienced with an ABS system under full-braking conditions.”
NHTSA complaint #537151, filed 1998-06Related 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…
- 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…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 25% |
| 2024 | 12 | 24% |
| 2022 | 4 | 14% |
| 2021 | 5 | 12% |
| 2020 | 7 | 17% |
| 2019 | 3 | 14% |
| 2018 | 1 | 5% |
| 2016 | 10 | 20% |
| 2015 | 10 | 19% |
| 2013 | 1 | 4% |
| 2012 | 1 | 4% |
| 2011 | 2 | 7% |
| 2009 | 1 | 10% |
| 2008 | 1 | 3% |
| 2007 | 4 | 10% |
| 2006 | 17 | 33% |
| 2005 | 17 | 37% |
| 2004 | 21 | 51% |
| 2003 | 24 | 57% |
| 2002 | 23 | 46% |
| 2001 | 37 | 51% |
| 2000 | 38 | 48% |
| 1999 | 22 | 47% |
| 1998 | 24 | 36% |
| 1997 | 26 | 43% |
Other parts of the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
10 complaintsTires
10 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
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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