MYRModel Year Report

1999 Chevrolet Sierra

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1999 Chevrolet Sierra
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:50:38.379Z

Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Sierra Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2000: 9 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003
1999: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
199911
20009
20019
20022
20032

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

4 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

DT: THE BRAKES FAILED ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2005, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HIT A CONCRETE POLE. THE CONSUMER WAS NOT INJURED. THERE WAS RECALL 05V379000 CONCERNING ABS BRAKES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050926

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE ABS MODULE SHORTED OUT AND WHEN TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE THE ABS MOTOR WILL CONTINUE TO RUN. CONTACTED DEALER AND THE DEALER IS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING. NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20020418

CONSUMER STATES THE ABS IS HIGHLY SENSITIVE WHEN APPLIED AND KICKS IN AT INAPPROPRIATE TIMES, VEHICLE IS DIFFICULT TO STOP.*AK CONSUMER WAS INFORMED BY DEALER THAT THE CONDITION IS NORMAL.*SLC

NHTSA ODI report, 20020111

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 11 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SUSPENSION

1 of 11 total reports mentions: suspension.

SUSPENSION

1 of 11 total reports mentions: suspension.

STEERING

1 of 11 total reports mentions: steering.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20030612 — PE (closed 20031103)

STEEL WHEEL RIM FRACTURE

I 20031208 — PE (closed 20040409)

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE

I 20040219 — EA (closed 20040928)

TAILGATE CABLE BREAKAGE

I 20040409 — EA (closed 20050510)

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE

I 20040928 — RQ (closed 20050414)

TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLE BREAKAGE

I 20050414 — EA (closed 20060411)

TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLES

I 20050428 — PE (closed 20050913)

UNWANTED LOW-SPEED ABS ACTIVATION

I 20051220 — DP (closed 20060531)

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE

I 20110105 — EA (closed 20150408)

Brake line corrosion failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Chevrolet Sierra — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 Chevrolet Sierra reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Chevrolet Sierra?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Sierra have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.