2003 GMC Silverado
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2003: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2007 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 1 total report mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
1 of 1 total report mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
Show complaint excerpts
Rusting brake lines ABS brake lights speedometer works intermittently transmission went out at 73,000 miles after the warranty expired, GMC pd $1000 cost $3000.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-04-03
Also filed under Electrical system and service brakes, hydraulic
Electrical system
1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2003 GMC Silverado — pre-purchase inspection
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- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2003 GMC Silverado 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 2003 GMC Silverado?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2003 GMC Silverado have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.