1997 Chevrolet Silverado: problems, recalls and reliability

“Tl*the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet silverado. While driving approximately 50 mph in rainy weather conditions, the window wipers failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they stated that the failure was related to a cracked joint in the motor. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 89,000 and current mileage was 113,000.”Owner report · Visibility · Jul 2007

“Dt*: the contact stated the ABS engaged while stopping at speeds of 10mph or less. There is a NHTSA recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. Although the problem persisted, the vehicle was not seen by a dealer.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Feb 2006

“Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle pulls to the right intermittently. The pulling occurs suddenly and last for only a second. The contact had the vehicle inspected for the problem by an independent repair shop in 2000. The repair shop was unable able to determine the cause of the pulling. The problem continued and the contact called the local dealer yesterday. The dealer was able to determine a possible cause by phone and suggested repairing the steering sensor. *nm updated 03/17/06. *jb”Owner report · Steering · Jan 2006

“Dt*: the contact stated while standing on the tailgate of the vehicle broke causing minor injuries. There is a NHTSA recall, # 06v066000 concerning the tailgate: hinges: attachments. The vehicle has the same problem as indicated in the recall; however is not included in the recall due to the VIN and the year of the vehicle. The dealer has been notified however, the vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer has been alerted.”Owner report · Structure · Dec 2005

“I was stopped in traffic and was rear ended by a ford f-150 going 20-40 mph estimated. Both my son and I were hurled backwards because the seats collapsed backwards. We both sustained injuries to our necks and backs. I believe that if we were not rear ended or the seats wouldn't have collapsed we would have not received any injuries. I believe these seats have a potential of being dangerous and the company needs to do something about it right away before some else gets injured. *jb”Owner report · Seats · Nov 2005

“Dt: contact states the windshield wipers work intermittently. She took the vehicle to the dealer; they stated this happens because of a faulty sensor. The windshield wipers have progressively became worse. The dealership offered no free remedy. *jb”Owner report · Visibility · Nov 2005

“Dt: 1997 chevrolet silverado. The anti lock brakes go to the floor when braking. This happens all the time. Contacted dealership, and warranty expired. The consumer contacted manufacturer, and they said my warranty expired at 36, 000 miles. Have not had any accidents. The consumer thought there needed to be a recall on older vehicles regarding anti lock brakes. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2005