Accelerator Stuck problems of the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado

15 problems related to accelerator stuck have been reported for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 03/31/2005

I had to have the throttle body on my 2000 chevy Silverado replaced due to the accelerator sticking. My mechanic informed me that there is a technical service bulletin out from general motors regarding replacing the throttle body when this condition occurs. I believe this part was defective, poses a safty concern and should be recalled by general motors.

2 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 11/06/2004

Accelerator sticks in idle positions and requires great force to depress resulting in the vehicle lunging forward or backwards depending on gear selection. . . Extremely dangerous situation when in tight areas. Throttle body was replaced while still under warranty, but same problem has reaccurred. This is a problem that gm should correct, as it obviously is not an isolated problem.

3 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 10/29/2004

The accelerator pedal sticks when starting out, causing too much throttle and surging when the pedal finally breaks free. This is especially dangerous in traffic or when roads are slick.

4 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2004

Dt: consumer stated the accelerator was sticking in his vehicle. The problem seemed to be worse when the vehicle heated up. A certified mechanic stated it was a defective throttle body. This happens mostly while the vehicle is being driven at low speeds. The mechanic stated the throttle body needed to be replaced.

5 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 05/16/2003

The accelerator pedal became stuck when it was applied.

6 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 04/21/2003

The accelerator pedal became stuck.

7 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 03/05/2003

Accelerator pedal sticks. When I place vehicle into gear I must apply pressure to accelerator to release it. Subsequently it releases suddenly in a way which causes sudden acceleration. When conditions are icy this common problem will eventually get someone killed. Chevy should recall.

8 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 01/04/2003

The consumer had placed the vehicle in the reverse gear and depressed the gas pedal. The accelerator had then gotten stuck, an engaged in full throttle. The manufacturer was of no assistance. Ph scc.

9 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 12/03/2002

While traveling to work on a icy road, my accelerator stuck and I couldn't accelerate. It then released all the way to the floor board where it stuck again. I lost control of the pickup and slid into on coming traffic where I had a head on collision. The accelerator sticking was the cause of the wreck and I believe that chevy is well aware of the problem. Something must be done before it happens again.

10 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 07/27/2002

Accelerator pedal is hard and sticks when pressed, and vehical takes off fast.

11 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 03/13/2002

While pulling into main highway, accelerator pedal stuck and caused vehicle to accelerate out of control. Vehicle hit a tree before stopping, consumer stated he had to kick the gas pedal to get the pedal unstuck. Dealer and manufacturer were not notified at this time, one person was injured.

12 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 02/02/2002

When proceeding forward or stopping accelerator sticks, has to kick pedal to break loose, and vehicle surge forward. Consumer took the truck to the dealer, and they told him the problem was throttle valve.

13 Accelerator Stuck problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2001

The accelerator will stick in the minimum position and requires a hard push to get it to open at all. This sticking occurs every time the accelerator is released to the minimum position. Yd.

14 Accelerator Stuck problem

Accelerator would stick at a stop sign or stop light. It would suddenly jump/jerk forward. Had taken vehicle to dealership, but informed consumer vehicle was not under warranty. Part needed to be cleaned/ not replaced. The problem was sporadic or intermittent at times.

15 Accelerator Stuck problem

After starting the vehicle, the accelerator became stuck, which caused the vehicle to lurch forward, or backwards from parking spaces.



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