Tail Light Problems of Chevrolet Silverado

Chevrolet Silverado owners have reported 3 problems related to tail light (under the exterior lighting category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Tail Light problem of the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado

Failure Date: 02/21/2006

: the contact stated the brake pedal became hard to depress at 5-10 mph. A new wheel speed sensor was installed in 2002, but the problem returned. There is a NHTSA recall, # 05v379000, regarding the antilock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. Both frnt hub sensors were defective, they were both replaced on each side. Also,replaced rear tail lamp.

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2 Tail Light problem of the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado

Failure Date: 11/30/2000

Consumer's 3rd tailight short circuited. Light bulb that was replaced seemed burned at the socket. Consumer had to order a $48 base & there seemed to be an electrical problem.

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3 Tail Light problem of the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado

Failure Date: 04/04/2000

Consumer was trying to change tail lights & found that the manufacturer tightened too much the brackets which made it crack. Dealer & manufacturer will only repair vehicle at consumers expense. Vehicle is under warranty.


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