Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 2003 Chevrolet Express

Two problems related to brake disc rotor have been reported for the 2003 Chevrolet Express. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/04/2005

Consumer was driving at 50 mph and the brakes started vibrating. The problem first started around 6-4-05, and has gradually gotten worse. The consumer took vehicle it to the dealership twice. There was nothing done to fix the vehicle because it was not covered under the warranty. The consumer contacted the manufacturer, they had him to make a second appointment with the dealership. When the consumer took it to dealer, they took the tires off, and inspected the brake pads and rotors. They told consumer that the metal had delaminated off the rotors. The brake pads were okay. They reported it to the manufacturer, who said it was not covered under warranty. The consumer felt it was a manufacturing defect. Consumer knew someone else with the same problem but, with a truck. There was a recall on the truck. There were no other known problems with the vehicle at this time.

2 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/19/2003

2003 Chevrolet Express experienced brake problems. * mr. The brake rotors were worn and rusted from sitting.




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