1999 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 13%of 47 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the steering of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, 13% of the 47 complaints for this model year.
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.
“I need to know if this vehicle is a gmc or chevy because I have taken it to the mechanic many occasions and I always have problems with parts that don't fit. No I have always had problems with the steering it's very hard to control while driving I picking up two mechanics different times relating that issue and they say everything is fine but it really isn't I purchased this vehicle use I would also like to know if there are any recallsor if it has been involved in major accidents thank you very much”
NHTSA complaint #11083359, filed 2018-04“11/09/04 I had to replace differential assembly: overhaul/rebuild front, replace brake pad (bendix)3/10/05 replaced idler arm. 3/23/05 replaced pitman arm. 10/25/05 6.5 liter diesel electronic pump (pmd) failure. Truck was moving on it's on, jerking, black smoke came from tail pipe and tires would spin then it cut off and wouldn't start. Called wrecker and had it taken to auto shop. He replaced pmd module kit with a note to leave plastic cover off engine because of heat build up. 6/25/06 same thing happened. Called wrecker and had it taken to auto shop. …”
NHTSA complaint #10161211, filed 2006-07“While making a very slow and sharp u turn lost power steering and power brakes. Vehicle was towed to dealer who determined that power steering shaft had broken. Also, dealer has repaired 6 other vehicles for same problem.”
NHTSA complaint #8000696, filed 2001-12“Vehicle pulled to the left when the brakes were applied. Dealer has replaced the brake pads and shoes/calipers and idler pitman arm. Manufacturer has been notified.”
NHTSA complaint #862455, filed 2000-05“Intermittently while braking steering malfunctioned, causing vehicle to go to the right unexpectedly which may cause a crash. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #859725, filed 2000-04Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 4% |
| 2022 | 1 | 4% |
| 2021 | 2 | 5% |
| 2018 | 2 | 11% |
| 2016 | 15 | 29% |
| 2015 | 4 | 8% |
| 2014 | 2 | 20% |
| 2013 | 7 | 27% |
| 2012 | 3 | 13% |
| 2011 | 1 | 3% |
| 2007 | 4 | 10% |
| 2006 | 4 | 8% |
| 2005 | 6 | 13% |
| 2004 | 2 | 5% |
| 2003 | 2 | 5% |
| 2002 | 1 | 2% |
| 2001 | 3 | 4% |
| 2000 | 9 | 11% |
| 1999 | 6 | 13% |
| 1998 | 5 | 7% |
| 1997 | 6 | 10% |
Other parts of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
22 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 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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