Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings Problems of Chevrolet 1500

I approached an intersection where my traffic light signal was red and I had sudden loss of braking in my 2003 silverado c1500, with no prior indication or warning lights. The brake pedal went very low and I could not stop my vehicle before entering the intersection. I steered to the right of two waiting cars in front of me and came to a stop in the intersection beyond the light. Fortunately there were no vehicles coming at that moment on the 4 lane highway crossroad so a crash was avoided. All of the brake and fuel lines were inspected after the incident and found to be heavily corroded (rusted), with the rear brake line leaking about 2 inches from where it exits the abs unit under the cab. The master cylinder fluid level was normal and there were never any previous leaks, warning lights, or problems like this and I am the original vehicle owner. The visible level of corrosion seems extreme on the brake and fuel lines on this vehicle. Had I been in an accident, I would be concerned that fuel lines could also leak and increase the likelihood of a fire due to their likewise poor condition due to extreme rust.

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My brake lines and fuel lines are so rusted I am just waiting for the day that one of them breaks. And possible kills someone. I just hope that it will not happen before gm does something about this problem. I am holding off replacing the lines to see if gm is going to recall this problem. I dont use this truck for fear of getting into and accident!!!!.

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While traveling to work I attempted to stop and the brake pedal went all the way to the floor. I was able to stop by using only the emergency brake but only after approx. 100 feet. I was able to drive the truck home by using four wheel low and allowing the engine and transmission to keep me at a safe speed. I then contacted my mechanic who lives right down the road and he came up and looked at the truck. He told me the brake line had ruptured and additionally all the brake lines should be replaced along with the fuel line that appears to be badly corroded. I then contacted the dealership where I purchased the truck and was told that they have had no issues with the brake lines on these trucks and there was nothing they could do to help me. I then looked on the internet and was shocked to find out that there has been a lot of issues with these trucks and the ntsb was looking into a recall .

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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.

Rusting fuel line caused a significant fuel leak in the rear of the vehicle near the fuel tank, while repairing that line I observed several other rusting lines in that area brake, and more fuel lines.

I have a 2000 Chevrolet k1500 pickup with 43,000 miles on it. The throttle has began to occasionally stick, and the dealer says that it is normal and the throttle body has to be cleaned at a cost of approximately $140. When the throttle sticks from a "standing start", the vehicle lurches forward (or backward if in reverse). I have owned a dozen vehicles in my life, and none of them have ever had this problem. Yet, service advisors at walser chev say this is a common problem with my type pickup. I believe this is a manufacturing defect, and should be recalled.

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