1999 Chevrolet Silverado Tires Problems
- Complaints
- 90about this part
- Share
- 5%of 1,660 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 51,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 90 complaints about the tires of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado, 5% of the 1,660 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 51,000 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.
“Wilderness at model # p265/75r16 lft/rear tire disintegrated on the sidewall. Manufacturer was contacted, and stated that it was probably because of air pressure. While driving 75 MPH, the truck suddenly dropped to the left with indications of a blowout. . The consumer discovered the tread on the tire had separated.”
NHTSA complaint #10024342, filed 2003-07, 57,000 miles“While driving 40 MPH front driver side tire sidewall separated. Consumer managed to pull over and changed the tire. Manufacturer was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Firestone, wilderness, at p215/75r16.”
NHTSA complaint #10090194, filed 2004-09, 37,000 miles“Firestone steeltex class action status request. While pulling a fifth wheel trailer at about 50 MPH, the driver heard a loud thump from the rear of the vehicle. The consumer stopped and noticed that eh rear tire had separated and the loose tread end was hitting the mud flap and curled the panel upward into the wheel well. Upon request the consumer sent the tire to firestone on may 18, 2004. On june 8, 2004 the consumer received a letter from a law firm indicating that his claim for reimbursement had been denied.”
NHTSA complaint #10090271, filed 2004-08, 29,800 miles“I was traveling on interstate 287 north at approximately 65 MPH when I felt rattling and my vehicle starting shaking. Moments later, the tire exploded. I lost control of the vehicle for a few seconds, was able to gain control and move the vehicle safely on to the shoulder. The sidewalls remained on the rim, however the entire tread separated.”
NHTSA complaint #765658, filed 2002-08“Driving on freeway and tire blew unexpectedly. The tread seperated from tire. I have the tire and I am very scared to drive the vehcile. The dealer will not help me and that concerns me. Are they not accountable for safety or for repairing defects? Please help an average citizen. (tiresize: lt24575r16)( DOT number: tire size: lt24575r16 )”
NHTSA complaint #747260, filed 2001-06Related service bulletins
- 10012161Sep 1, 200520 inch wheels and tires available through gmspo.
- 10012160Jun 1, 2004Use of correct installation procedure for loose hubcap assembly. This service bulletin replaces 030310002.
Tires: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 | 1% |
| 2014 | 1 | 1% |
| 2013 | 3 | 5% |
| 2012 | 5 | 7% |
| 2010 | 7 | 11% |
| 2009 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 4 | 2% |
| 2007 | 7 | 4% |
| 2006 | 9 | 5% |
| 2005 | 14 | 4% |
| 2004 | 21 | 3% |
| 2003 | 27 | 4% |
| 2002 | 27 | 4% |
| 2001 | 56 | 6% |
| 2000 | 70 | 5% |
| 1999 | 90 | 5% |
| 1998 | 16 | 6% |
| 1997 | 8 | 3% |
| 1996 | 1 | 1% |
| 1995 | 8 | 3% |
| 1994 | 4 | 2% |
| 1993 | 2 | 3% |
| 1992 | 1 | 3% |
| 1990 | 3 | 12% |
| 1989 | 2 | 9% |
| 1988 | 2 | 13% |
| 1984 | 2 | 40% |
Other parts of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
1,003 complaintsSuspension
107 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
97 complaintsVehicle speed control
95 complaintsBody and structure
84 complaintsSteering
69 complaintsEngine cooling
61 complaintsElectrical system
51 complaintsSeat belts
48 complaintsSeats
48 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
44 complaintsFuel system
37 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
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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