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1GCHK29U83E••••••2003 Chevrolet Silverado
This build draws 3.8× more complaints than the average 2003 Chevrolet Silverado build (14 vs 4).
14on this build
1754on the model
473builds in total
Most reportedService Brakes 9Hydraulic 5Fuel System 2Gasoline 2
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakesOct 2014
While towing a 6000 lb. Trailer, the brake peddle went down near floor. I thought trailer brakes were not working properly. Fortunately I was near home. Next morning I noticed large pool of brake fluid under the truck. I found that badly rusted brake lines on the 2003 silverado…
Fuel SystemDec 2011
When fueling my 2003 chevrolet 2500 hd pickup I noticed fuel spilling out when I took the screwdriver to remove the clamp I notice the filler neck was rusted thru and the rubber hose was just floating. Now I called chevrolet parts department and this is going to cost me $400.00…
Electrical SystemApr 2010
Gauge cluster malfunction reduced engine power
Vehicle Speed ControlJan 2008
Severe surging/bucking of vehicle when traveling downhill with the cruise control on
Service BrakesMay 2014
In approximately may of 2014 I hooked my 2003 silverado up to my camper to pull it. When I pushed the brake pedal it went to the floor. When I looked under the vehicle there was brake fluid running out of the left front brake line. I took the truck to jennings chevrolet in…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GCHK29U83E287903 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.