Four problems related to service brakes have been reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 based on all problems reported for the 2001 Silverado 3500.
Front right brake overheated.
Why isn't NHTSA forcing gm to recall all these trucks and SUV's with badly rusting brake systems??? my 2001 chevy Silverado 3500 has major brake issues due to rust/corrosion. I was traveling the interstate and went for my exit, stepped on the brake pedal and it went to the floor, nearly a no brake situation, fortunately I still had my front brakes working. This truck spends it's nights in the garage, and is well cared for with low mileage for a 2001 (only 98,000) miles, my 2002 Dodge grand caravan has 210,000 miles! and I've never had any issues with brake-line rust/corrosion. I don't feel safe taking my truck on long vacations or using it to tow a travel trailer (which is why I bought it) and it only has 98,000 miles, but my trusty grand caravan gives no problems with its brake performance even with 210,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, the anti-lock braking system activated while the contact was attempting to park the vehicle. As a result, the contact crashed into a guard rail. The contact reported no injuries during the crash. The contact notified the dealer of the incident but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not listed in NHTSA campaign number 05v379000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The failure mileage was 117,000.
: the contact stated while applying the brakes at various speeds the stopping distance is increased. The brakes react like a sponge whenever they are applied. The dealership and manufacturer were alerted.