Brake Sensor problems of the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Seven problems related to brake sensor have been reported for the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 based on all problems reported for the 2003 Silverado 1500.

1 Brake Sensor problem

Failure Date: 08/03/2011

Lost power to engine while driving down the interstate highway. Fault on dash showed (reduced engine power). Pulled to shoulder of highway and tried to restart engine to no avail. After sitting for about 5 minutes engine started and check engine light stayed on for a few days. Since that time I have replaced the throttle position sensor and have still been having the same problem for the past 2 years. It will sometimes drive for a few days without any problem, but some days it will occur 10 or more times in a day. I have been on several websites only to see several people are experiencing the same problem even on different models and year vehicle's. This could and may well have caused deathly auto accidents. I have looked for a recall on this problem and could not find one. My question is, "are there any plans to recall effected vehicles for the issue of "reduced engine power?" please check into this ASAP. Thank you for your time and concern.

2 Brake Sensor problem

Failure Date: 11/28/2009

Anti-lock brake malfunction causing increased stopping distances. The vehicle will require a longer than normal stopping distance. Initially the problem will be intermittent and increase to every time the vehicle is stopped at slow speeds (0-10mph). The sensor on the wheel bearing needs to be removed and cleaned and the mounting surface also needs to be cleaned.

3 Brake Sensor problem

Failure Date: 08/27/2009

Below is a list of history with repairs to my truck. In March 2004 I bought a brand new 2003 chevy Silverado 1500hd . First 2 yrs front rotars turned covered under warranty. Then 1-21-09 front rotars and calipars replaced due to rot. 1-30-09 transmission line replaced rotted. On 6-19-09 new starter. 8-29-09 rear calipers and hose rotted 35455 miles. On 9-2-09 abs sensor and left front brake hose rotted. On 8-28-10 power stering pump replaced. On 8-24-11 brake lines to abs rotted 46763 miles. 10-27-11 left rear brake line rotted 47943 miles. My windsheild washer fluid reservoir needs to be replaced leaking insrument panel shows empty. I'm having my left rear brake line replaced next week. . . Its the only one left and I dont want to take the chance of an accident. Mt mechanic states he has never seen this much rust on a fairly new vehicle. Unfortunately I didnt keep records in the early years of ownership but I cant believe transmission lines,brake lines ,calipers can rot that fast. I have never had this experience with past trucks I have owned. I believe there must be some sort of factory defect that is causing this.

4 Brake Sensor problem

Failure Date: 06/13/2008

The abs sensors were replaced on my 2003 silverado, under the recall. However this did not fix the problem, the truck continues to not stop when the brakes are applied.

5 Brake Sensor problem

Failure Date: 06/07/2008

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 hd. The contact stated that in June 2008 while driving at 5 mph, the abs activated and the vehicle seemed as if it would not stop. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the sensors and surface areas were taken out and cleaned. The problem occurred again a few weeks later and began to occur every time the contact drove the vehicle. The contact called the dealer and was advised to take the vehicle back in for repair. He was also informed that he would be responsible for all repair costs as the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The contact called the manufacturer and was advised to take the vehicle back to the dealership and was also given a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000. The current mileage was approximately 42,500.

6 Brake Sensor problem

Failure Date: 01/04/2007

03 chev. Silverado 57,000 miles, purchased new by myself. Brought to dealer due to brake wear indicator noise @ 32,000 miles. Had to have all four rotors and eight pads replaced due to extreme rust . Too bad to turn down . I was told that was not unusual for that truck . $900. 00 repair. At 52,000 miles abs sensors started malfunctioning at low speeds , again rust causing sensors to lift from hub and misread indicator, $600. 00 repair. 57,000 miles rust again strikes , all brake lines on vehicle are rusted so badly they are flaking away material and produced a major brake line leak where the lines cross the frame above the fuel filter. Can't wait to get the bill on this as all the fittings are badly rusted as well. Amazing that there is no carryover in parts from 02 to 03 yet the same problems exist repeatedly. Gm employee and buyer since 1965, no more for me. Quality materials throughout I'm sure.

7 Brake Sensor problem

Failure Date: 03/04/2006

Brakes fail when vehicle slows down to 5-10 mph due to defective antilock brake sensors.




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