Chevrolet 1500 owners have reported 31 air bag related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common air bag problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag not deploy (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's air bag (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
I own a 2002 Chevrolet silverado 1500. The brakes failed while attempting to stop the vehicle in a 35mph zone. The brakes initially worked and then the pedal went to the floor. I could feel the abs engage but not stop hitting a vehicle in front of me. Read details...
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While driving on highway at 55 mph left brakes locked up, vehicle went through a ditch and hit an enbankment. Upon impact, both airbags didn't deploy. Also, seat belt broke. Read details...
A month or two ago the heating system stayed blowing while in off position and even while the car was turned off, kept killing the battery so it had to be disconnected. Rear window will roll down at start up. Radio will squeal at start up and had to be turned on or off from the center console. Read details...
Passenger side air bag deployed unexpectedly when the consumer closed the door. Manufacturer was contacted by owner, and explained that this occurred with this type of vehicle, but consumer was concerned that this could be dangerous if the vehicle was to be involved in an accident. Read details...