2003 Chevrolet S10 brakes problems
Owners reported brakes problems in 41 complaints for the 2003 Chevrolet S10, 18% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 41 18% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 54,000 miles 35 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 2 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 1 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When brakes problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 5 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 5 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 9 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 3 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 5 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 4 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 2 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 35 brakes complaints that report mileage, the median is about 54,000 miles, and 54% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 injury.
What owners wrote
While applying the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop completely. The consumer applied the emergency brakes and the vehicle stopped completely. This caused the passenger to move forward and sustain major injuries. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection numerous times. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem. Please provide further details.
Bought 2003 s-10 v6 one year ago.(11/2009) truck has less than 45000k on it brakes on the vehicle squeal and lock up all the time. I have had my brakes worked on 4x's by a GM certified mechanic, the problem still is not fixed. I have turned rotors, changed brake pads, loosened back brakes, etc. Nothing works! If it is raining outside vehicle is unsafe to drive due to skidding into car in front of you.
Other problems reported for the 2003 Chevrolet S10
- Body & structure 32 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 16 complaints
- Air bags 15 complaints
- Electrical system 15 complaints
- Fuel system 15 complaints