general problems of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado

Seven problems related to vehicle speed control have been reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2002

When taking key out of ignition motor continues to run.

2 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 11/17/2001

While in motion, consumer slowed vehicle to turn in to the drive way. Slightly accelerating to complete the turn, the vehicle suddenly surged violently to high rpm. The vehicle once again surged up to high rpms and crashed into a wooden fence post. There is a serious malfunction with this vehicle. Consumer looks forward to a response.

3 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2000

I believe both items would have been in for the same replacement if I didn't learn to "live" with problem. No safety defect listed.

4 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 09/01/1999

When I take off from a stop light or stop sign the accelerator hangs and truck will not go. But when does unhang itself it it takes off in a lunging motion which could be a hazard. It has done this several times and I have taken it to the dealership and was told it was carbon buildup, and that they could not do anything about it.

5 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 09/01/1999

When driving at any speed the vehicle is accelerating at 2500 rpms when driving or sitting a stop/ at stop light or just sitting. Dealer can't determine the cause of the problem.

6 Vehicle Speed Control problem

No summary listed for above vehicle.

7 Vehicle Speed Control problem

When placing vehicle into reverse and then placing it into drive on flat surface or on an incline, rpms raced very high, and vehicle jerked forward, leaving skid marks on the road surface. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.




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