2003 Chevrolet Silverado Seat belts Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 1%of 695 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 1,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the seat belts of the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, 1% of the 695 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 1,000 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
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.
“My 2003 extended cab truck has the seat belt built into the seat. I complained that it squeaked so they ordered a new belt assembly, but when they went to replace it they found the seat frame was broken. They ordered a new on but when I talked to them they said it is something they see a lot because of over torque at the factory. I feel this is a major safety issue as my wearing the seat belt would not have helped in an acciddent if the frame was already broken.”
NHTSA complaint #10062152, filed 2004-03, 6,000 miles“1. Poor ride, vibration, while driving at various speeds. Mostly between 35 to 50 MPH. Had the problem with stock tires. Replaced with after market tires, slightly larger. Still had annoying vibration. To a point that I do not like to drive the vehicle! 2. Fuel economy sucks! I upgraded from my '92 gmc pickup which gave me 12 to 14 mpg around town to 15 to 18 mpg on a trip; to my new chev. Which is good for about 9.5 to 9.8 mpg around town and the best ever, on a trip was 13.4 mpg!!! 3. The bench-type seat is not adjustable to remove the vee feeling when driving. 4. …”
NHTSA complaint #10072623, filed 2004-05, 144 miles“Dt: the contact stated both of the rear seat belts located close to the windows tightened with movement of the passenger. The buckle has to be disengaged to loosen the belts. This process started all over again when the passenger buckled the seat belt. The dealership was unable to locate the cause of the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10145176, filed 2005-12, 50 miles“Consumer complained about passenger's side seat belt. When the passenger was strapped in and leaned forward the seat belt tightened inadvertently. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, and complained to the manufacturer. Was told that the seat belts met specifications, and there was nothing else they could do.”
NHTSA complaint #10095277, filed 2004-10, 500 miles“The consumer stated the passenger seat belt tightened up to an unbearable tightness and the only way to relieve the pressure was to unbuckle the seat belt while the vehicle was in motion. Also the air condition blew hot air, the mechanic found the AC cycling switch faulty.”
NHTSA complaint #10031224, filed 2003-08, 1,000 milesRelated recalls
- 05V163000Apr 22, 2005On certain crew cab pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the 2nd row center occupant seat belt routing may make it difficult to position the lap portion…Covers: Chevrolet Silverado 2003–2005, GMC Yukon 2003–2005, Cadillac Escalade 2003–2005 +5 more
- 04V225000May 11, 2004Certain extended and regular cab pickup trucks and cargo vans converted to compressed natural gas (cng) fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor…Covers: Chevrolet Silverado 2003–2004, GMC Sierra 2003–2004, Chevrolet Express 2003 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 10113787Aug 3, 2015This informational bulletin provides information to advise dealers about seat belt buckles not operating and/or seat belt warning light illumination, as well as difficulty…
- 10038294Jan 1, 2012Gm: there are seat belt problems: difficulty latching and unlatching buckle. Buckle release button is sticking. Seat belt warning light illuminated. Likely caused by sticky…
- 10012127Jul 1, 2004Repairing napped seat fabric.
- 10012682Mar 1, 2004Enabling memory seat feature via dic if feature appears inoperative.
Seat belts: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 | 2% |
| 2015 | 2 | 3% |
| 2014 | 2 | 2% |
| 2013 | 3 | 5% |
| 2012 | 1 | 1% |
| 2011 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 5 | 3% |
| 2007 | 7 | 4% |
| 2006 | 1 | 1% |
| 2005 | 4 | 1% |
| 2004 | 3 | 0% |
| 2003 | 10 | 1% |
| 2002 | 16 | 2% |
| 2001 | 10 | 1% |
| 2000 | 16 | 1% |
| 1999 | 48 | 3% |
| 1998 | 9 | 3% |
| 1997 | 4 | 1% |
| 1996 | 1 | 1% |
| 1995 | 4 | 2% |
| 1994 | 5 | 2% |
| 1993 | 4 | 6% |
| 1991 | 2 | 12% |
| 1990 | 4 | 16% |
| 1989 | 3 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
257 complaintsElectrical system
116 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
81 complaintsSteering
80 complaintsVehicle speed control
29 complaintsSuspension
28 complaintsTires
27 complaintsEngine cooling
26 complaintsFuel system
26 complaintsAir bags
21 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
20 complaintsBody and structure
19 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 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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