Table 1 shows four common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The number one most common problem is related to the tank assembly (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuel hoses lines/piping and fittings (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tank Assembly problems | |
| Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problems | |
| Tank Mounting problems | |
| Fuel Pump problems |
2005 replaced rear brake line had corroded through less than 40,000 miles on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4x4 regular cab. Also noted driver side rockerpanel rusted through. 8-2011 gas tak strap both completely corroded through dropping gas tank on the ground. Read details...
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While the vehicle was being service for routine maintenance, the contact was advised by the mechanic that the front and rear brake lines as well as the fuel line was corroded. Read details...
Fuel tank rear mounting strap corroded thru strap on outer side of truck. Break occurred about 1" down of the top of the rubber chaff protective coating. Rubber coating provided a pocket to trap moisture and increase rate of failure. Forward strap has similar damage but has yet to fail. Read details...