2009 Chevrolet Silverado Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 9%of 76 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 31,297miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the brakes of the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, 9% of the 76 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 31,297 miles.
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 have a 2009 chevy pickup and every time you put the brakes on the taillights come on but they wont go off when you take your foot off the pedel.now I'v changed out the switch under the dash 3 times still they do the same thing so I went back to the old switch. Why is this happening tell me please I notice I was not the only one that has this promblem???????????”
NHTSA complaint #10721236, filed 2015-05, 136,000 miles“We could hear the truck making a grinding noise as we slowed for a stop sign. When we looked, the whole brake pad was missing from the drivers side rear brakes. This caused extensive damage to the rotor. We have since replaced the rear brake pads several times but the front brakes have not been replaced a single time.”
NHTSA complaint #10417323, filed 2011-07, 12,000 miles“Driving down highway, check engine light pops up, tractions control indicator light, along with digital display saying several things. Such as, engine reduced power, service traction control soon..........pulled over, had a very rough idle. Made it to parts store and have the truck scanned. Turns out it need the throttle positioning sensor needs replaced. Had them clear the code, drove few more miles and all happens again.”
NHTSA complaint #10563232, filed 2014-02, 71,288 miles“The brake system went out. The dealer refused to repair under warranty, because it is out of warranty. This is the second 2009 with brake problems. ....updated 04/02/15”
NHTSA complaint #10703662, filed 2015-02, 26,500 miles“Extreme chattering of the rear brakes upon application was observed by the owner/driver, including lock-up of the rear wheels (even though ABS equipped). The vehicle was taken to the autonation Chevrolet superstition springs dealership (6330 e. Superstition springs blvd, mesa, arizona 85206) for inspection and repair (selling dealer). The dealership informed the owner that both rear brake slave cylinders had failed and leaked hydraulic fluid onto the linings. This leakage had caused the sticking of the linings to the brake drums and resulting chattering/lockup of the brakes. …”
NHTSA complaint #10594337, filed 2014-05, 36,094 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10113364Jan 31, 2017This 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…
- 10113887Mar 1, 2016This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the additional steps that are needed to help perform a successful brake bleed on the 2-Mode Hybrid with…
- 10113770Mar 24, 2015This informational bulletin provides technicians with a brake lathe calibration procedure.
- 10113502Aug 26, 2013This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on a revised customer concern not duplicated/verified labor operation numbers and how to submit CCND.
- 10112580Nov 16, 2012This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Electronic Brake Control Module and Brake Pressure Modulator Valve for the 2-Mode Hybrid Utilities and…
- 10112578Nov 15, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a lack of brake assist after disconnecting the battery or after the 12…
- 10112577Nov 15, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about Electronic Brake Control Module relearn procedure is required anytime the Electronic Brake…
- 10112551Nov 6, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an Antilock Braking System lamp followed by a Service Stability message…
- 10112546Nov 6, 2012This 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…
- 10112531Nov 1, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about hairline cracks may be noticed in the pad friction material, when performing a brake…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 33 | 26% |
| 2015 | 8 | 11% |
| 2014 | 9 | 7% |
| 2013 | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 | 9 | 13% |
| 2011 | 9 | 12% |
| 2010 | 2 | 3% |
| 2009 | 7 | 9% |
| 2008 | 10 | 6% |
| 2007 | 34 | 19% |
| 2006 | 101 | 55% |
| 2005 | 87 | 28% |
| 2004 | 211 | 34% |
| 2003 | 257 | 37% |
| 2002 | 350 | 49% |
| 2001 | 418 | 48% |
| 2000 | 607 | 47% |
| 1999 | 1,003 | 60% |
| 1998 | 89 | 32% |
| 1997 | 62 | 23% |
| 1996 | 31 | 17% |
| 1995 | 29 | 11% |
| 1994 | 17 | 8% |
| 1993 | 6 | 9% |
| 1992 | 5 | 13% |
| 1991 | 6 | 35% |
| 1990 | 10 | 40% |
| 1989 | 5 | 23% |
| 1988 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
17 complaintsAir bags
16 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 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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