2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 57%of 42 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 84,364miles
- 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 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, 57% of the 42 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 84,364 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When backing out of driveway went to stop and peddle went to floor,blowing brake fluid all over road.I have read many articles on this problem,with chevy products.thank heavens I was not driving on the highway and this happened. Enough said should be a recall,or reimbursement for repairs all ready finished on these corroded lines.”
NHTSA complaint #10485913, filed 2012-11, 76,535 miles“2003 chevy silverado last year brake lines broke while on road due to severe corrosion lines . We were lucky not to have had an accident replaced all lines on vehicle. Now all rotors had to be replaced due to severe corrosion on them . Poor quality of rotors and calibers on vehicle . We only have 38,000 miles on this vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10430757, filed 2011-10, 37,000 miles“Had corroded fuel lines replaced. Mechanic stated that brake lines looked in bad shape and suggested they be replaced also. Had limited usage of my truck while I looked into having them replaced. On one occasion I was approaching a stop sign with my wife in truck, as I went to stop, line ruptured, pedal went to floor and I came close to going through stop sign in front of oncoming car. I replace the line since it was easy, and now on 7/8/2003 two more lines have ruptured.”
NHTSA complaint #10464635, filed 2012-07, 84,000 miles“Wife was coming home from work at night went to stop and lost brakes. I got it back home and inspected it and found that it blew a rear and front brake line. The brake lines were rotted so bad we replaced them all. Upon replacing brake lines I noticed that fuel lines were also rotted severely and one was wet with diesel. The truck is used everyday and doesn't sit. These lines should not rot this bad this fast. Some thing GM should address before someone gets killed. Thank you”
NHTSA complaint #10434892, filed 2011-11, 122,376 miles“On the above listed date the brakes on my truck failed while going down hill not far from my house, this was not a complete failure as I was able to stop, get turned around and go home. Upon further investigation I found a brake line that rusted through. While looking on line for parts and guidance I came across an article which prompted me to further inspect the under carriage of my truck. I must say that I totally agree all the comments made regarding rust on these vehicles, it is quite excessive. …”
NHTSA complaint #10432261, filed 2011-10, 91,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10242252Aug 18, 2023This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self Applies at Full Turns.
- 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…
- 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
- 10112560Nov 9, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about brake rotors on new vehicles and replacement parts from General Motors Service Parts…
- 10112544Nov 6, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a power steering pump whine noise. Technician will need to flush…
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 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
7 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 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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