general problems of the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado

Five problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 05/21/2015

This is the second of three fatal collisions investigated this year by my office involving Chevrolet pickups that caught fire after being involved in frontal collisions. This was an off set head on, passenger side to passenger side. Passenger in pickup was pinned in vehicle due to crush and consumed by fire.

2 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 05/22/2012

My truck has been blowing hot air when on cool. When it started doing it, I noticed sparks coming from what appeared to be my ac unit. This is a safety hazard. I believe that my actuator blend doors need to be replaced but do not know for sure.

3 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 06/07/2010

After a 3 mile ride, backing up truck noticed smoke then flames coming out from under the hood. Fire melted all electical lines, destroyed hood and windshield. Weather was perfect, air conditioning may have been on.

4 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 11/11/2004

A/c stops working. Pressure switches changed, coolent recharged, now they are adding an electric fan to help cool the condenser. Can't figure out what is wrong.

5 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 10/23/2004

After the vehicle had been parked for a week, a fire started under the hood. The fire was put out and the dealership was notified. The problem was not resolved. The cause was not determined.




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