1999 Chevrolet Silverado 3500: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 47 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is service brakes, hydraulic (39% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 2006
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“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”Owner report · Steering · Apr 2018
“Get in the truck when its cold starts on first try. You drive the truck when it gets hot and stop to purchase something then you get back into the truck put the key in the ignition try to start . It will not start just cranks . I have to let the truck sit for about 10 to 15 minutes then it may start. This problem has cost me (2) new fuel pumps at the gm dealers stranded me in the parking lots in the desert towing etc. After researching they say it is a pass lock problem something about security/ theft. I'm the original owner truck was always hard to start more than3to 4 cranks. Why hasn't this been on a recall for gm?”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Jul 2016
“Paint peeling on hood and bed, submitted to gm for manufacture deffect and to repaint truck , it was denied due to age of truck , mileage of truck is 71,000. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Feb 2008
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“Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet c3500. The contact stated that a tire dealer discovered oil on the rear brakes while performing a routine inspection. The contact was driving 50 mph before arriving at the dealer. The dealer stated that the rear drive axle oil seals failed and caused the oil leak. As of august 23, 2007, no repairs have been made. The current and failure mileages were 52,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Aug 2007
“1999 silverado 3500 tire and rim rolled off vehicle. *ts the tire and rim came off the vehicle due to cracked/broken studs. *jb”Owner report · Wheels · Oct 2006
“Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado 35000. While driving 65 mph the vehicle shut off without warning. She had to put the vehicle in neutral to restart. Approximately an hour later the vehicle shut off again. The dealer stated that the fuel pump failed. As of august 3, 2007, the dealer has not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 10,000 and the current mileage was 20,000. Return usps, made 2nd attempt 08/03/07 failed. *bf”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Aug 2006
“2002 -coolant leaking from engine at approx 33,000 miles. Diagnosed as intake manifold gasket and corrected by chevrolet dealer under warranty. 2005 64000 miles -coolant leaking from engine compartment, discovered cracked radiator, replaced at my expense. 2005 66,000 miles -coolant leaking from engine compartment, replaced water pump. My expense. 2005 70,000 miles-coolant leaking from engine compartment, diagnosed intake manifold gasket again, replaced at my expense. Since purchase I have done everything I can to properly maintain vehicle. Cooling system was supposed to remain sealed for 5 years or 150,000 miles per dealers instructions. *jb”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Dec 2005
“When the consumer applied the brakes in wet weather they would grab. When a bump was hit the brakes would go out completely. *jb *nm”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · May 2005
“We were loading some boxes in the truck I jumped up on the tailgate to move them forward and the cable just snapped into. Causing me to lose my ballance and fall to the ground. The truck is currently at the dealer because of a failure in the front spindle. I have may them aware of these defect, but as usual they start the ole ho hummmm we'll have to see. Then of course when they get it all torn down then they denie any responsibility and then tell you want to take it somewhere else????? Yea I want to pay 2 wrecker bills ontop of the repairs ??????*ak”Owner report · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Aug 2004
“Consumer's right rear wheel came off while driving. The tire crossed the median and struck a vehicle head on (ohio traffic crash report). *ph”Owner report · Wheels · Nov 2003
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
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Is the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 reliable?
NHTSA has 47 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic (39% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 52,000 miles or less.
Does the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.