Two problems related to engine belts and pulleys have been reported for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 based on all problems reported for the 2007 Silverado 1500.
-the contact was driving a 2005 Dodge durango at about 5 mph when a stick knocked off the serpentine belt. The contact said that he then lost power to brakes and steering as a result. The contact called the manufacturer and the dealer. The belt was replaced under warranty, but they said that there was no change that could be made to the truck to prevent this problem from recurring. The consumer discovered the serpentine belt had been pulled from the engine by a small stick. The consumer discovered that then engine sits 10 inches back which allows road debris to enter. Updated 02/22/07.
-the contact stated that he was driving at about 5 mph, when a stick knocked off the serpentine belt. The contact said he then lost power to his break and power steering as a result. The contact called the manufacturer and the dealer (ayers Chevrolet). The belt was replaced under warranty but they said that there was no change that could be made to the truck to prevent this problem from reoccuring.