general problems of the 2003 Chevrolet 1500

Four problems related to equipment have been reported for the 2003 Chevrolet 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 05/12/2014

The cluster the gages stop working the tac, oil pressure, battery they had a problem with them. One by one gage stop working.

2 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 03/07/2014

When starting up truck I hear a clicking sound then it goes away. Happens all the time.

3 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 09/10/2013

On 09/10/13, 1:45 pm, I was driving east on s. R. 73 near I-75 intersection. As I approached the intersection traveling approximately 35 mph, the light changed to yellow. I braked somewhat hard and the brake pedal went to the floor board. There was no braking control at all and I proceeded through the red signal. Approximately 500 feet after going through the intersection I managed to stop in the median. Fortunately, although traffic was heavy, no contact occurred. Immediate inspection revealed a brake line rusted through. I trailered the truck to a Chevrolet dealer who found not only "all" the brake lines were dangerously rusted, but the gas lines also were dangerously rusted. The dealer stated this was a common occurrence with Chevrolet silverado. Replacement of these items required removing the truck bed which revealed the brake rotor backing plates rusted "away. " severe frame and component rust was also found. Only repaired brake and gas lines. Cost, $1,765. 11 OH, by the way, the "service brake system" warning light came on after brake failure.

4 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 01/08/2013

Brake lining &fram.


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