2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. This model year has 2,168 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Brake System.
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Worst 2000 Chevrolet Silverado Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Brake System
Hydraulic
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brake System | 1,088 | 119 | 3 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 777 | 89 | 3 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 135 | 6 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 135 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 132 | 2 | 4 | — | |
| Tire Issues | 132 | 4 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 118 | 2 | 3 | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 112 | 5 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 107 | 6 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 101 | 13 | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 86 | 77 | 1 | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 84 | 6 | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 74 | 2 | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 70 | 2 | 12 | — | |
| Air | 59 | 11 | — | — | |
| Other | 44 | — | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 39 | 1 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 32 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 28 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 27 | 3 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 23 | — | 1 | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 22 | 3 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 21 | 4 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 18 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Electric | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Trailer Hitches | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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Airbag recall Recall Engine knock sensors bad
Odometer Fraud. The contact previously owned a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that a friend was doing research on Facebook Market and discovered that the contact's former vehicle was listed on the website. The contact then discovered that there was a mileage di…
The contact owns a 1995 N/A Chevrolet GMT-400. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 03V159000 (VISIBILITY); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceede…
The contact owns a 1989 Chevrolet C/K2500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission was slipping. The vehicle was driven back to the residence. The contact’s husband replaced the spark plugs and added transmission fluid. The contact stated that …
From the initial report, the driver was over speed limit. However, the airbags DID NOT deploy that could have potentially saved his life.
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 02V178000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceed…
Runs weird and windshield is broke
Vehicle regularly stalls while driving, going down hills and any random time at highway speeds, while in traffic, while stopped at traffic controls. This problem happens repeatedly and is apparently related to the “pump mounted driver”, which is prone to failure due to inadequate…
Tire size LT245/75R16 While driving on highway at speeds between 55 and 65 mph, front driver's side tire started to vibrate. Cause of vibration was not known at the time. Within 50 miles of driving, the entire tread on the front left tire separated from the tire while traveling a…
Emergency brake keeps engaging Power steering problem, seat belt light stays on even when buckled. Headlights are dim
My husband just had a wreck last night. His gas pedals got stuck causing him to lose control of the truck and the truck to spend around in the middle of the street. It hit another car and a telephone pole before jumping the curb and landing in a field. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY…
While driving home from work, while braking for a stoplight, the brake pedal suddenly went soft. Using an abundance of caution, i drove slowly home, though pumping brakes was required even when driving 5 mph. When i made it home, it was obvious there had been a catastrophic bra…
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving with cargo, the cables fractured, and the items in the bed of the truck shifted to the tailgate and cause the tailgate to become inoperable. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numb…
STEERING LOCKED UP BRAKE QUIT WORKING. IN MOTION
MY SON FELL ASLEEP WHILE DRIVING AND HIT A TREE AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. HE HAD HIS SEATBELT ON HOWEVER I DON'T THINK IT WORKED PROPERLY EITHER DUE TO HIS CHIN HIT THE STEERING WHEEL AND HEAD HIT THE WINDSHIELD. HE PUSHED THE ENTIRE STEERING COLUMN INTO THE DASH ABOUT …
STARTED SMELLING GAS FROM UNDER MY TRUCK. LOOKED FOR A LEAK AND COULD NOT LOCATE AT THAT TIME. THEN GOT A CODE PO 457, EVAP LEAK. THEN AFTER DRIVING NOTICED ODOR OF GAS GETTING STRONGER AS TIME WENT ON . CHECKED UNDER THE TRUCK AGAIN AND FOUND GAS SPRAYING FROM THE PRESSURE LINE …
HELLO, I WAS DRIVING AND ALL OF ALL SUDDEN THE CAR WAS NOT ABLE TO MAKE ANOTHER CHANGE AND I STOPPED AND CHECKED THE FRON OF MY CAR AND NOTICE SOMETHING WAS LEAKING FROM THE ENGINE, AND HAD BEEN TOLD THAT IF THE ENGINE HOT DAMAGE I WOULD HAVE TO HAVE A NEW ONE PUT IN. I COULD ONL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE RUSTED OUT. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND IT TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT HAD TO SLOWLY DOWNSHIFT TO SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE AND DRIVE HOME SAFEL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE TOOK A LONG TIME TO SLOW DOWN WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHEN BARELY DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY STOPPED, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO JERK FORWA…
THE ABS BRAKES ACTIVATE ALMOST EVERY TIME I APPLY THE BRAKES. THIS HAPPENS FOR NO REASON.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado.
Recalls for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado
20 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2000 Chevrolet Silverado — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has 2,168 NHTSA owner complaints, 223 crash-related, and 20 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Brake System (1,088 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado?▾
#1: Brake System (1,088 complaints). #2: Hydraulic (777 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (135 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado?▾
The 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has 223 crash-related complaints and 22 fire reports out of 2,168 total NHTSA complaints. 128 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?▾
Yes — 20 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. The largest issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado?▾
The 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Brake System issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Silverado reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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