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2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, but owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
42
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic14
Service Brakes10
Electrical System6
Power Train4
Engine and Engine Cooling3
Fuel System, Diesel3
Steering2
Tires2
Equipment2
Exterior Lighting2
Engine2
Fuel/Propulsion System2

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) — 2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel — 2
  • Steering › Gear Box › Shaft Sector — 1
  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module — 1
  • Power Train › Driveline — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 84,728 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · at 108,000 miles · reported Jul 28, 2016
Driving through a rural town going about 45 miles an hour, I applied the brakes and they were very soft, brake pedal went near the floor, eased it home on front brakes (As rear line had ruptured). Upon inspection brake line had rusted in two just behind the fuel tank (Long section had rusted away). Replaced line going to rear brakes.
Power Train · at 85,337 miles · reported Jun 3, 2016
The contact owns a 2003 chevrolet silverado 3500. While driving approximately 4 MPH, the clutch panel assembly fractured into the floorboard without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and a dealer on two separate occasions where it was diagnosed that the clutch panel failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired both times, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,337.
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 186,444 miles · reported Oct 29, 2015
The contact owns a 2003 chevrolet silverado 3500. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the engine stalled and there was an abnormal noise. The contact was a certified mechanic and diagnosed that the fuel injector failed. The vehicle was restarted and the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 186,444.
Service Brakes · at 140,880 miles · reported Dec 27, 2014
Was driving along at approximately 40 miles an hour when to apply the brakes the brake line ruptured and I had to steer off the road into ditch.
Service Brakes · at 107,124 miles · reported Sep 29, 2014
I was driving to work in the morning on 9/23/14 and went to apply the brakes to slow down, when the brake pedal went all the way to the floor. I was able to slow down while down shifting the transmission and narrowly missing hitting the vehicle in front of me. I pulled over and noticed brake fluid leaking from beneath the brake master cylinder. I purchased a large bottle of brake fluid from a gas station and continued to fill the brake reservoir until I made it back to my local auto repair facility. During the shop's investigation, they discovered that a steel brake line had burst due to rust.…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (14 reports), followed by service brakes (10). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 84,728 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.