• March 8, 2006Body and structure

  Tailgate support cables

  NHTSA campaign 06V-066 · 805,368 vehicles potentially affected · Structure

  The defect: Certain pickup trucks have galvanized-braided-steel tailgate support cables used to support the tailgate in the full open (horizontal) position. Over time these cables can corrode and fracture when loads are applied to them.

  The risk: If one cable fractures, the remaining cable may retain the tailgate in a horizontal position. If both cables fracture, the tailgate would drop and strike the top surface of the rear bumper. If anyone is sitting or standing on the horizontal surface of the tailgate when both cables fractured, they could fall and be injured. On vehicles without a bumper, the tailgate may drop to a lower position.

  The remedy: Dealers will replace the galvanized support cables with stainless steel support cables. In addition, dealers are to inspect the tailgate hinge and replace it, if necessary. The recall is expected to begin during april 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

• August 29, 2005Brakes

  Unwanted ABS activation

  NHTSA campaign 05V-379 · 1,353,718 vehicles potentially affected · Service brakes, hydraulic

  The defect: Certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles may experience unwanted antilock brake system (ABS) activation. This condition is more likely to occur in environmentally corrosive areas. This recall will be launched in the "salt belt" states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maryland, massachusetts, maine, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia only.

  The risk: This can cause increased stopping distances during low-speed brake applications, which could result in a crash.

  The remedy: Dealers are to remove the wheel speed sensor and thoroughly clean the wheel speed sensor mounting surface on the bearing, apply rust inhibitor to the cleaned surface, grease the mounting surface, reinstall the wheel speed sensor, and check the peak-to-peak output voltage to ensure the wheel speed signal is within specifications. The recall began september 22, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

• April 22, 2005Parking brake

  Parking brake system

  NHTSA campaign 05V-161 · 90,242 vehicles potentially affected · Parking brake

  The defect: On certain pickup trucks equipped with manual transmissions and built with either pbr parking brake systems or trw parking brake systems, the parking brake friction linings may wear to an extent where the parking brake can become ineffective in immobilizing a parked vehicle.

  The risk: If the parking brake does not hold, unintended vehicle movement could occur, which could result in a crash.

  The remedy: Dealers will install a low-force spring clip retainer for vehicles equipped with a pbr parking brake system. On vehicles equipped with the trw parking brake system, dealers will install a redesigned parking brake cable assembly. The recall began on july 29, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

• October 30, 2000Brakes

  GM/brake line chaffing

  NHTSA campaign 00V-345 · 1,383,922 vehicles potentially affected · Service brakes, hydraulic

  The defect: Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. Some of these vehicles have a clearance condition between the front right-hand brake pipe and the body cross sill that could decrease to the point of allowing contact during the life of the vehicle. If contact occurs and the brake pipe becomes damaged, in half of the brake system there can be a loss of brake fluid and pressure. The brake warning lamp will be activated when the brake fluid level reaches the indicator limit.

  The risk: During braking, the pedal will be lower than normal and stopping distances will be longer. If this occurs when stopping distance is limited, a crash could occur.

  The remedy: Dealers will inspect the front right-hand brake pipe for wear. If there are signs of wear, this section of the brake pipe will be replaced with a new designed brake pipe section. If there are not signs of wear on the brake pipe, the dealer will install a spacer clip to ensure sufficient clearance between the brake pipe and the body cross sill.

• October 6, 1998Steering

  GM/steering gear/frame bolts

  NHTSA campaign 98V-242 · 8,367 vehicles potentially affected · Steering

  The defect: Vehicle description: extended cab 4-wheel drive pickup trucks. Some of these vehicles have a lower than specified torque on all three of the steering gear to frame attachment bolts. The bolts can loosen over time allowing the steering gear to move. This loosening can result in some unresponsive steering feel and some noise to the driver.

  The risk: If this condition is ignored, the steering gear to frame can wear and/or fatigue the attaching bolts to the point of breakage or the bolts backing out. If all the bolts break or back out, the steering gear would separate from the frame resulting in a loss of steering control.

  The remedy: Dealers will retorque the steering gear to frame bolts to proper specifications.

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Other Chevrolet Silverado model years

• 2016 2
• 2015 7
• 2014 13
• 2013 3
• 2012 2
• 2011 2
• 2008 1
• 2007 1
• 2006 4
• 2005 8
• 2004 8
• 2003 6
• 2002 4
• 2001 4
• 2000 8

Common questions

Does the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 campaigns for the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado: 06V-066 (Tailgate support cables); 05V-379 (Unwanted ABS activation); 05V-161 (Parking brake system); 00V-345 (GM/brake line chaffing); and 1 more.

How do I know if my 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has an open recall?

Enter your VIN in NHTSA’s recall lookup. Most campaigns cover only part of a model year’s production, and the lookup also shows whether the repair has already been done on your vehicle.

Will the dealer charge to fix the 1999 Chevrolet Silverado?

No. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge by Chevrolet dealers. Quote the NHTSA campaign number when you book.