1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd problems

General information about Chevrolet-Silverado 2500 hd
Overview of popular issues
Analysis of common problems
Сomplaints list

The Chevrolet Silverado is a range of trucks manufactured by General Motors under the Chevrolet brand. Introduced for the 1999 model year, the Silverado is the successor to the long-running Chevrolet C/K model line. Taking its name from the top trim level from the Chevrolet C/K series, the Silverado is offered as a series of full-size pickup trucks, chassis cab trucks, and medium-duty trucks. The fourth generation of the model line was introduced for the 2019 model year.

The Chevrolet Silverado shares mechanical commonality with the identically related GMC Sierra; GMC ended the use of the C/K nomenclature a model generation prior to Chevrolet. In Mexico, high-trim level versions of the Silverado use the Chevrolet Cheyenne name (not to be confused with the 2003 concept). Competing against the Ford F-Series, Ram Pickup, Toyota Tundra, and Nissan Titan, the Silverado is among the best-selling vehicles in the United States, having sold over 12 million trucks since its introduction in 1998 as a 1999 model year.

History

The Silverado nameplate made its debut for the 1975 model year, becoming the top trim level on all Chevrolet C/K trucks, slotted above Custom Deluxe, Scottsdale, and Cheyenne. For the 1968 model year (seven years before the Silverado), GMC C/K trucks used variations of the Sierra name (Sierra, Sierra Classic, Sierra Grande, and High Sierra). Even after the C/K series officially ended, GM still uses the CK and the CC in their current model codes, to denote a two-wheel drive (CC), and four-wheel drive (CK).

For the 1988 GMT400 model architecture, Chevrolet retained the C/K model nomenclature, with GMC branding its full-size line as Sierras. While sharing the same body and chassis, the model chronology of the Silverado and Sierra are different, with five generations of the Sierra, while four of the Silverado.

In 2018, at the NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis, Indiana, Chevrolet unveiled the first medium-duty Silverado, expanding the model line to a 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD chassis cab. Largely the successor to the 2003–2009 GMT560 chassis, the medium-duty trucks are exclusive to Chevrolet, with no plans for an equivalent GMC version. Instead, Navistar International (now partnering with GM) would sell the medium-duty trucks as a rebadged counterpart, called the CV. This is in fact a very similar nod to how the Avalanche did not have a GMC Yukon–based equivalent, but instead, Cadillac would take its place as the former's rebadged counterpart, the Escalade EXT.

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Common 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd problems

Based on the complaints from owners of the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 1999, several common problems have been reported. Here is a detailed list of these issues:

Brake Problems: One of the most reported problems with the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 1999 is related to brake issues. Owners have experienced issues with brake lines not being adequately protected, leading to potential brake system failures. This problem can pose a significant safety risk and may require costly repairs to address.
Gauge Cluster: Another common problem reported by owners is related to the gauge cluster. This issue manifests as erratic behavior of the fuel gauge, causing inaccurate readings. The faulty gauge cluster can lead to confusion for the driver regarding the fuel level in the vehicle, potentially resulting in unexpected breakdowns.
Service 4WD Indicator: Owners have also reported problems with the service 4WD indicator light on the dashboard. This issue is often linked to malfunctions in the electronic four-wheel-drive switching unit, encoder motor, or related switches. When this light is illuminated, it indicates potential issues with the four-wheel-drive system, affecting the vehicle's drivability.
ABS Light Due to Poor Ground Wire: Another common problem is the ABS light coming on due to a poor ground wire. This issue can lead to malfunctioning ABS systems, affecting the vehicle's braking performance and overall safety. Addressing this problem may involve diagnosing and repairing the faulty ground wire to ensure proper ABS functionality.
Tailgate Handle: Owners have reported issues with the tailgate handle seizing up, preventing the smooth operation of the tailgate. This problem can be inconvenient and may require disassembly of the tailgate handle to access and repair the rods. Failure to address this issue can hinder the functionality of the tailgate, impacting the usability of the truck.

These common problems with the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 1999 highlight various issues that owners have faced, ranging from safety concerns related to brakes to operational issues affecting key components like the gauge cluster and four-wheel-drive system. Addressing these problems promptly through professional repairs or DIY solutions is crucial to maintaining the vehicle's performance and safety on the road.

What years of Chevy 2500HD to avoid?

Besides the 2004 and 2007 Silverado, we highly advise buyers to skip the 2000, 2001, 2003, 2005, and 2008 model years.

Are Silverado 2500HD reliable?

We expect the 2024 Silverado 2500HD will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on the 2021 and 2022 models, plus the Chevrolet brand scores.

What was the worst year for Chevy Silverado?

2014

The 2014 version leads the pack by far in the number of complaints. The Chevy truck released the following year had less, but is still the second highest in the whole lifetime of the vehicle. There were air conditioning problems, engine problems, transmission complaints, and the list goes on.

How many miles will a Chevy 2500 HD last?

With a well-maintained unit, the Silverado can easily reach 200,000 to 250,000 miles, with many trucks reaching 300,000 miles with little to no issues. Discussions over the web confirm the Silverado's potential for a long lifespan.

What years of Chevy 2500HD to avoid?

Besides the 2004 and 2007 Silverado, we highly advise buyers to skip the 2000, 2001, 2003, 2005, and 2008 model years.

Are Silverado 2500HD reliable?

We expect the 2024 Silverado 2500HD will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on the 2021 and 2022 models, plus the Chevrolet brand scores.

What was the worst year for Chevy Silverado?

2014

Do Chevy 2500 have transmission problems?

Failed friction element D, voltage problem in the 'A' circuit and low or leaking fluid are some of the common Chevy Silverado 2500 transmission problems.

1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

Service brakes problems
Hydraulic problems
Seat belts problems
Structure problems
Electrical system problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd complaints

The NHTSA has received 9 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 hd.

2024-10-09

SEAT BELTS PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2024-10-09
VIN: 1GCFC29T9XZ
Components: SEAT BELTS
Summary: Got my registration form to update my tags and I saw the comments at the bottom say this vehicle has a recall.. so I decided to call the dealer to set up a appointment to get it fixed when I called the dealer, they said that they didn’t have the part so they will contact me as soon as possible so I waited almost a week no response at all so I decided to call them back to find out what was going on with the update. they claim that the part is not available anymore because it is a older vehicle so they need to talk to his manager or someone higher at the dealers to find out how they can do this to get my recall fixed so they told me they will call me again as soon as possible Other week pass so I need to call the dealer again because they never did.. once I call them, they say oh yeah, I see that you already call. Let me check and find out what going on with the recall of the seatbelts!! He said you know what let me call you like an hour to found out all the information of it.. I want to say a lesson an hour they said that they couldn’t help me because my vehicle is old and the manufacture. They don’t make those seatbelts no more so they cannot help me at all. So I told him what’s the other step now if I have a recall they said yeah I’m not sure. I mean the only thing I can tell you if you look for a aftermarket seatbelt or something that’s pretty much that’s it they told me. So here I am wondering, what should I do now? Not sure if it’s safe driving my vehicle like that because supposedly they don’t make a no more because my vehicle is old but you will look at my vehicle looks like brand new because I hardly drive my vehicle. It has 125000 miles on it for a 99 Chevy Silverado original paint looks like brand new vehicle..

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2013-10-16

STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2013-10-16
VIN: 1GCGK29U1XZ
Components: STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES
Summary: DEC.18,2012 HAD TO REPLACE ALL BRAKE LINES ON MY TRUCK. ALSO HAD TO REPLACE FUEL LINES FROM TANK TO ENGINE. WHEN I PURCHASED NEW I HAD TRUCK RUST PROOFED. THE FRAME IS SO BADLY RUSTED I HOPE TO MAKE IT THROUGH THE WINTER. *TR

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2012-02-13

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2012-02-13
VIN: 1GCGK29R8XF
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: I WAS TRAVELING DOWN A STEEP HILL ON DRY PAVEMENT AND MY VEHICLE WAS PICKING UP SPEED SO I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR. I STARTED FRANTICALLY PUMPING THE BRAKES AS I NOTICED THE CROSSING GUARD GOING DOWN ON THE TRAIN TRACKS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE HILL AND STILL NO BRAKES AT ALL...AFTER REALIZING I WAS COMPLETELY WITHOUT ANY BRAKE PEDAL I IMMEDIATELY DOWNSHIFTED TO 1ST GEAR WHICH SLOWED THE VEHICLE DOWN AND I REMEMBERED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND I THEN JAMMED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE PEDAL TO THE FLOOR WHICH STOPPED ME 20 FT FROM HITTING THE SIDE OF A CARGO TRAIN...AS A GUY WHO REPAIRS MECHANICAL SYSTEMS FOR A LIVING I WAS TOTALLY FLOORED THAT THE BRAKE SYSTEM COULD FAIL TOTALLY,.... I THEN TOOK MY TRUCK TO MY MECHANIC WHO SAID THE BRAKE LINES WERE TOTALLY RUSTED OUT AND THAT BOTH FRONT BRAKE LINES HAD BLOWN LARGE HOLES BETWEEN THE MASTER CYLINDER AND THE ABS MODULE AND HE TOLD ME I WAS LUCKY THAT MY TRUCK WAS NOT RUNNING VERY LONG BEFORE BLOWING THE LINE AS IT COULD HAVE STARTED A FIRE AS THE BRAKE FLUID WAS SPRAYING DIRECTLY ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD...HE RECOMMENDED CHANGING EVERY BRAKE LINE ON MY TRUCK AS ALL WERE SEVERELY RUSTED OUT AND THAT IT WILL HAPPEN AGAIN...HE ALSO INFORMED ME THAT I SHOULD CHECK IF THERE WAS A BRAKE RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE AS HE SAID THIS EXCESS CORROSION WAS A COMMON PROBLEM ON MY MODEL AND YEAR TRUCK AND HE READ LAST YEAR THAT THEY WERE INVESTIGATING IT AS SEVERE SAFETY HAZARD OF MULTIPLE BRAKE LINES FAILING AT ONCE...MY COMMENT ON THIS AFTER READING MANY ONLINE COMPLAINTS IS THAT SOMEONE IS NOT DOING THEIR JOB AND THEY MIGHT WANT TO WARN PEOPLE BEFORE SOMEONE DIES... *TR

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2011-11-23

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2011-09-15
VIN: 1GC1CXC87BF
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 HD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH THE GEAR SELECTOR AND ODOMETER INDICATORS WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THE CONTACT TO ADJUST THE BRIGHTNESS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL TO PREVENT THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND PROVIDED NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,400.

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2011-09-23

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2011-09-01
VIN: 1GCGK29U5XE
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND AND ALMOST WENT OVER A RESTRAINING WALL TWO TIMES. ON OTHER OCCASIONS WHEN BRAKING, THE BRAKES WOULD RELEASE AND I WOULD HAVE TO SLOWLY REAPPLY BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN OR PUSH THE BRAKE PEDAL ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. THIS COULD BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF I WAS TOWING MY HORSE TRAILER. HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIND ANY RECALLS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. *TR

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2010-07-22

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2005-08-02
VIN: 1GCGK29U9XE
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF A 1999 CHEVROLET 2500 SILVERADO TRUCK. WHILE BACKING UP TO HOOK UP A HORSE TRAILER, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND THE BRAKES SUDDENLY WERE UNABLE TO STOP THE TRUCK PROPERLY. THE TRUCK WAS THEN DRIVEN TO A DEALER FOR REPAIR USING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE. THE TRUCK HAD 106,255 MILES ON THE ODOMETER AT THAT TIME. THE DEALER REPLACED A BRAKE LINE. THERE HAVE BEEN 2 OTHER BRAKE LINE FAILURES I WILL LIST SEPARATELY. ONE IN 2006 AND CURRENTLY ONE IN 2010. *TR

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2010-07-22

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2010-07-12
VIN: 1GCGK29U9XE
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKES BECAME SPONGY, THEN WHILE AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. INSPECTION REVEALED SEVERAL BRAKE LINES RUSTED IN A CLUSTER LOCATED UNDER THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE OUTSIDE OF THE FRAME. PICTURES OF THE LINES WITH THE RESULTING BRAKE FLUID SPRAY ARE AVAILABLE. THE ACTUALLY LINES WILL BE AVAILABLE ONCE REPLACED. THIS IS ONE OF 3 BRAKE FAILURES THIS TRUCK HAS EXPERIENCED. I AM SUBMITTING THEM INDEPENDENTLY. THE DATES WERE 2005, 2006 AND NOW IN 2010. *TR

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2010-07-22

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2006-07-30
VIN: 1GCGK29U9XE
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: WHILE PULLING A LARGE HORSE TRAILER, WE HAD STOPPED FOR LUNCH. WE WENT OUT TO THE TRUCK, STARTED THE VEHICLE AND WHILE PUSHING IN THE BRAKE PEDAL TO PLACE THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT DOWN TO THE FLOOR. INSPECTION SHOWED A BLOWN BRAKE LINE ALTHOUGH THE LINE SHOWED LITTLE WEAR. THE LINE RAN TO THE BACK BRAKES. WE WERE BROKE DOWN ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY AT A REST STOP WITH ANIMALS AND CHILDREN. WE HAD TO ROLL THE LINE AND CRIMP IT SO THAT THE FRONT BRAKES COULD FUNCTION. SHORTLY AFTER THE LINE WAS REPAIRED BY MY HUSBAND. THIS IS ONE OF 3 BRAKE FAILURES WE HAVE HAD WITH THIS VEHICLE. I AM FILING SEPARATE CLAIMS FOR EACH FAILURE. ONE WAS IN 2005, THIS ONE IN 2006 AND ONE CURRENTLY IN 2010. *TR

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2008-07-14

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2008-06-14
VIN: 1GCGK29U6XZ
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Summary: I OWN A 1999 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500 4X4 AND THE ABS IS OUT I ONLY HAVE A LITTLE OVER 50,000 MILES ON THE TRUCK I HARDLEY DRIVE IT SAFETY ISSUE I DRIVE WITH MY CHILDREN I WISH SOMETHING WOULD BE DONE A BOUT THIS VERY CHEAP MADE PART. *TR

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