Table 1 shows four common parking brake related problems of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. The number one most common problem is related to the parking brake (27 problems). The second most common problem is related to the conventional parking brake (six problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Parking Brake problems | |
| Conventional Parking Brake problems | |
| Parking Brake problems | |
| Parking Brake Linkage And Cable problems |
: the contact stated the adjustment nut for the emergency brake was missing on the passenger side rear. Two gm dealerships informed the contact the part was unavailable to purchase separately. Read details...
The parking brake lever is too close to the dash to easily apply. When applied the lever goes completly to the floor but doesn't hold the truck on a grade. Read details...
Parking will not "hold"when applied. I live in the "flat land"of georgia so I never use this brake,park gear is sufficient. I took truck to dealer and had rear wheeles "pulled"and inspected. . The parking brake shoes were completly wore out. Read details...