general problems of the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

Tailgates cables needs to be replace it. . . .

The vehicle goes into reduced engine power while driving. The engine loses power to about 20 mph. If driving 70 mph it is very dangerous because the sudden reduced engine power will cause a severe accident and possibly kill somebody. This has been happening the last few months.

Exhaust manifold bolts are broken off in block causing exhaust leaks and many other problems such as computer getting mixed signals, O2 sensor and will cause motor to go bad in time.

Driving along and brake pedal went to the floor. Pulled over and brake fluid gushing out. Had to have it towed. All of the brake lines were rusted out! almost everyone of them. No rust on truck. No rust on underbelly, no rust anywhere except brake lines and transmission lines. Garage kept and for 6 out of the 10 years, not driven in the winter. Have the same problem with the transmission lines but have not had them replaced yet. Had to replace every brake line on the truck. $1000 bill. Have receipt.

I notice a ticking from the engine compartment over the last couple of days. I assumed it may be an exhaust leak and I was correct. This vehicle has a stainless steel exhaust system that should last a lifetime yet there seems to be a real problem with exhaust manifold bolts breaking off, causing exhaust leaks which pollute the air and ruin other vehicle components such as the catalytic converter. I am also thinking that the manifolds are warping causing the bolts to break. These repairs are very expensive and/or time consuming. Stainless steel bolts would have possibly prevented this problem. I understand that this problem affects 1999 to 2007 vehicles and I hereby request that a recall be forced upon the manufacturer. The manufacturer has been building cars long enough to know better. There is also a video on you - tube that explains this condition.