151 complaints reported

2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Brakes

Owner-reported problems and safety issues filed with NHTSA. Review common failures, severity levels, and complaint trends over time.

Reports
151
Crashes
19
Fires
0
Injuries
4

Complaint Timeline

Chronological view of owner reports

Dec 2025

The brakes stop functioning at slow speeds such as parking and backing , this has been an ongoing issue for many years, mostly once in a while, but lately almost every single time I drive it , I believe it’s an ECBM Issue

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Dec 2025
Sep 2025

Upon reversing the vehicle and apply the brake, as if in a parking lot or driveway, if pushing the brake pedal more than twice the pedal becomes hard and the vehicle becomes hard to stop without and excessive amount of force being applied to the brake pedal. If depressing the brake pedal more than 3 times, it is almost impossible to stop the vehicle with it coasting several feet. Checked for a recall, there is no recall, but there is a service bulletin that pertains to this issue concerning the brake assist vacuum pump booster, N182202780-01 and N192268490, for the 2014-2018 Chevy Silverado. An update to the electronic brake control module was completed on 2019-09-23, but such calibration seems to not be enough to resolve the issue.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Sep 2025
May 2025

Brakes went out driving. Replaced master cylinder, brake booster, and vacuum11 at 61696 miles.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Nov 2024
Mar 2025

Service brake assist light comes on and brakes a very hard to push. Brakes also make a weird sound when pushed down. I have to push really hard to hold the vehicle from moving

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Mar 2025
Mar 2025

Brake assist light comes on and then I have no brakes

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Mar 2025
Feb 2025

On many occasions, at low speeds approx 5 mph. The brake booster fails and braking is hard and ABS kicks in.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Feb 2025
Feb 2025

Low speed loss of brakes

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Feb 2025
Jan 2025

I experienced issues with braking including shuddering brakes. I took the vehicle to a repair shop who looked into any active recalls and there were none, I had the electronic brake control module recall completed in 2019. The shop replaced the front brakes and resurfaced the back which did not fix the issue. They then replaced the vacuum pump which did fix the issue I was responsible for all costs. I recently noticed my vehicle is covered under special coverage N182202780 through 2027 which covers the cost of the vacuum pump replacement. Chevy is refusing to reimburse for the costs because the work was not done at their dealership despite not having a recall that States that. I would like the issue addressed theough a formal recall and reimbursement of repair costs as Chevy is obviously aware there is a safety issue related to braking due to failing components.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Mar 2025
Dec 2024

Brake assist issues occured while in the mountains. It was difficult to brake almost causing an accident. It appears to be a bad brake vacuum pump.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Nov 2024
Dec 2024

We were on vacation driving to Florida by the time we arrived 1500 miles later I had no brakes. This happened on a Friday. We called our mechanic in Oklahoma to explain it to him. He had us check a few things to see if it was a number of thing. He said it was the brakes vacuum pump. He had one in the shop for the same thing. You can't get in to a Chevrolet dealer to have it fixed in the time that we had. My husband did fix it but was extremely scared to drive in South Florida with limited to no brakes. My truck only had under 80 thousand miles on it. We live in a rural area so it's not like constant braking.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Jun 2024
Dec 2024

Lost brakes 11/20/23 and GM replaced vacuum pump per policy n182202780. Vehicle had 143522 miles on it. Lost brakes again on [XXX] and vehicle needed another vacuum pump. This is just six months after first repair and vehicle now has 152987 miles. GM denied repair because truck had gone past 150000 miles. Thanks [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Apr 2024
Nov 2024 Crash

We were heading on vacation to Florida on the evening of [XXX].While driving [XXX] towards Athens, Alabama we heard a squealing noise from our engine that lasted a minute then it stopped. We got off at the closest exit and realized that we had “No Brakes “. I prayed for our safety. Our truck ran through two stoplights that were red at the time. I downshifted the vehicle and stood on the brakes (hard pedal) and jumped over two concrete curbs before it finally came to a stop. We had it towed to Champion Chevrolet dealership in Athens Alabama. They diagnosed the problem as a brake vacuum pump that locked up and broke the belt too leaving us with no brakes at all. Champion Chevrolet worked us in and replaced the vacuum pump and belt.And got us back on the road for our vacation. We had to pay for a tow truck $100. An overnight stay at a hotel $150. I’m concerned about the tires, rims, alignment and suspension being damaged by jumping over the concrete curbs. I’m requesting a free inspection at a local Chevrolet dealership to thoroughly inspect and repair any damaged parts and a realignment. I also am out of pocket $250 for the tow and hotel room. I feel I’m being fair to ask for reimbursement and repairs. The dealership didn’t charge me for the repairs of the vacuum pump and drive belt as it was covered by a special recall (N182202780). Please direct me for escalation of reimbursement ,complimentary inspection and repair of my 2017 Silverado suspension or damages involved in this incident. Thanks [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] cell phone number [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Jul 2024
Nov 2024

excessive squealing noise coming from rear brakes from both sides of truck. I am original owner, and truck has less then 15,571 miles on it. Drove it to Chevrolet dealer in Kingsland Ga to evaluate. Before I arrived, about a 15-minute drive the Brake towing warning light came on. I was told by the dealership that both Brake Calipers had to be replaced as well as the brake pads that were damaged due to Brake Calipers locking up. The brake Rotors were fine and needed nothing. Repairs cost me around $1000 dollars. I think this is an unusual event due to the low milage, truck has always been garaged and dealership maintain. It's in brand new condition. Pulling a camper or trailer or even normal driving without towing could potentially cause an incident, fire or wreck. My truck is gasoline not diesel not included in the current safety bulletin. Truck was kept for 2 days for repairs.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Apr 2024
Jul 2024

Brake system failed while driving and brake pedal was stiff and not responsive. Had to apply heavy pressure to brakes and could barely stop. Avoided accident barely when brakes failed. I noticed clicking noise from engine as I slowly drove home. Truck taken to Chevrolet dealer by wrecker service. Brake Assist warning light came on after the brake failed. Waiting on dealers evaluation and inspection.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Dec 2024
Jun 2024

Brakes failed. The brake assist pump disintegrated, sending metal fragments into the Motor's oil circulation system. I was able to stop the truck using both feet and applying extreme force to the pedal. The dealer identified the problem. The "Brake Assist" warning light came on during the episode.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Dec 2024
Feb 2024

I had our pick up inspected today and the mechanic asked about our brakes being hard to push. I explained It has been that way for some time. He informed me that GM had a recall for this safety issue but as of this moment it doesn’t cover our specific pick up. The recall reference number is: 19V645000. GMS number for the recall is N192268490. I called and filed a complaint with Chevy complaint #[XXX]. Any assistance with this safety issue would be greatly appreciated. Thank you [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Feb 2024
Dec 2023

Vehicle only has 86,000 miles. Brake vacuum pump issue has failed and almost caused an accident or even death. I took my tuck at an easy trail in Big Sur CA. Brakes wasn’t working properly. I feared it would completely fail and cause us to fall off the cliff. Fortunately we got off that trail, but as we continued to drive on highway 1 the brakes would not stop the vehicle as it should. The truck would still move forward or even in reverse with the brakes pressed down. Brake pedal was hard to press and would get stuck. There were no warning lamps on to alert me. This issue has been going on for about a year and has finally given out. The vehicle has been inspected and brake vacuum pump replaced by Smith Chevrolet in Turlock CA. I was told by the service person that Chevy has a 150,000 mile warranty on the brake vacuum pump part only so mine was covered. After inspection I was told that the brake vacuum pump had no fluids at all. Vacuum pump is defective.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Nov 2023
Dec 2023

2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 5.3 litre V8 1. Low speed brake failure. Problem seems more prevalent while vehichle is in reverse. 2. Had to use emergency brake to stop the vehicle. 3. Not yet but research show safety recall for 2014-2018 vehicles. When I searched on my VIN it did not show up and I never received any recall notice. 4. No 5. No - Problem has occurred intermittently several times.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Dec 2023
Dec 2023

AT LOW SPEED MY BRAKE PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR LIKE I AM LOSING MY BRAKING POWER COMPLETELY. I FOUND A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE BUT MY TRUCK DOESNT SEEM TO BE INCLUDED IN THIS. HOW CAN I GET MY TRUCK REPAIRED BEFORE I KILL SOMEONE.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Dec 2023
Nov 2023

I was traveling approximately 20MPH on a side street that was snow covered when I came to an uncontrolled intersection where there was another vehicle approaching from my right and when I began to break the abs stabilitrak lights came on and my vehicle began to slide all over the roadway.ABS light Stabilitrak and Service trailer brakes come on causing the vehicle to slide on icy roadways. Bought the car brand new and has 45k miles. The diagnostic pulls up right rear speed sensor, so I replaced it and it still comes on with warning lights and sounds. I’ve tried to find more information on the internet and it seems a lot of people have had the same issues for many years with this problem

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Mar 2022
Oct 2023

Break assist light came on and Truck was very hard to stop. Break pedal got very hard. Took to a auto repair and they said it was the air break assist pump.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Jun 2023
Sep 2023

I have notice from OnStar for issues with Antilock braking and on the vehicle dash notice for brake assist problems. I have experienced pedal pressure changes at very slow speed where I had to push very hard to stop the vehicle. Search and info from Consumer Reports indicates this is a problem for this model year, however I have not been notified of a recall and none is listed on this web site. I have scheduled service, but I believe this vehicle should be added to the recall.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Aug 2023
Aug 2023

The problem started about 3 days ago I was driving to work and I was coming to a stop at a red light then it said “trailer brake system” and then it completely shut my truck off and my brakes were really hard and my steering wheel was stiff then another day it did the same thing and after it was telling me all my blinker were about to go out.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Aug 2023
Aug 2023

I had to press the brakes exceptionally hard to stop at low speed. This occurred after having the recall reprogramming the electronic brake control module. I believe the pump needs to be replaced!

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Oct 2022
Jul 2023

Trailer assist alarm keeps coming on intermittently. Then the brakes are very difficult to press. Almost feels like the brakes need to be bled. It only happens intermittently as well. It is very dangerous while driving as I cannot safely stop at red lights.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Jul 2023

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The 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has 151 Brakes complaints on file. 19 crashes have been reported. Review the timeline above for detailed owner experiences.