Vehicle did not decelerate from highway speed, excessive braking was required to stop. Engine idle speed was approximately 3 times the normal idle speed when the vehicle was stopped. *Js
Engine & cooling
Chevrolet 1500 Engine problems by year
7 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Chevrolet 1500's engine & cooling. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.
Engine complaints by model year
Latest 1500 engine complaints
WATER PUMP WENT OUT AND FAN BROKEN. *TR
The front axle seal keeps leaking. It was replaced six times. Manufacturer was contacted, and no assistance offered.*Ak engine had coolant running out of it. Dealer found water pump leaking. Replaced water pump, serpentine belt and belt tensioner. Fuel pump and power steering unit was also replaced. *Tt
The intake manifold had two different metals which did not hold the gaskets properly. *Jb *ts
The intake manifold had two different metals which di not hold the gaskets properly. *Jb
When driving the lights on the dash came on and vehicle suddenly hit off, causing loss of steering and brakes. Owner will contact the dealer. *Ak
While driving vehicle cuts off, causing loss of power steering and brakes. The check engine light recently came on. The owner took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer has not been able to duplicate the problem. *Ak
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data