Three problems related to carrier/rack 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.
The frame is cracked behind the rear springs in the exact same spot on both sides not rusted cracked.
The frame is cracked on both sides behind the rear springs.
The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving 45-55 mph, the contact heard a loud noise and noticed a tire in the road. He pulled over and discovered that the spare tire bracket assembly had sheared off. The dealer stated that the 2005 model brackets were defective. The manufacturer would not reimburse him for the spare tire nor for the replacement of the failed bracket. The current mileage was 100,500 and failure mileage was 100,000. Updated 01/03/08 . Updated 12/31/07.