Table 1 shows three common air brake related problems of the 2003 Chevrolet 1500.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Brake Disc Caliper problems | |
| Air Brake Drum Shoes/linings problems | |
| Air Brake problems |
Upon starting the vehicle and depressing the brakes, the brakes went to the floor. Upon inspection from a mechanic, it was noted that both brake lines were rotted (one was rotted all the way through causing the fluid to leak from the line). We were also told that the gas line and caliper had severe rotting. Upon my research, this seems to be a very common problem with Chevrolet trucks. I hope this will be resolved so additional Chevrolet owners do not have severe accidents due to these issues. My husband and 4 year old son had to walk quite a few miles in 95 degree weather! this is a safety issue and I hope my complaint will help further the investigation.
We had brake lining failures which result in total loss of brakes. Lucky for us we just got off of a main road into a parking lot. Advised by an independent repair shop that this is a common problem with this vehicle make model and year. We had two breaks and lost all brake fluid instantly. Repair shop said the entire system of brake linings needed to be replaced in our truck at a cost of $827. 00!.
Brakes are soft and brake pedal travels almost to the floor when is pushed requiring a substantial amount of foot pressure to get the vehicle to stop in a timely manner and distance. Vehicle has a new brake master cylinder, new brake pads, new rotors, and new brake fluid. Chevrolet customer service was called and they stated the VIN has not been recalled for service brake failures for the hydro-boost relief valve recall (id # 04v045000) or faulty corroded brake lines.