Most common 2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups problems
Share of the 34 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet C/K Pickups complaints by model year
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2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups recalls (1)
Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Some pickup trucks, vans, and sport utility vehicles equipped with a hydraulic pump driveshaft that can fracture, resulting in immediate loss of hydraulic power steering assist. On certain vehicles equipped with hydro-boost power brakes, the same condition can result in loss of power assist for braking after the reserve…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the hydraulic pump. The campaign began on February 14, 2005. Owners May contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 6 possible defects involving the 2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups:
Parking brake failure
Odi opened pe03-057 to assess parking brake ineffectiveness in the subject vehicles.these vehicles are equipped with four wheel disc brakes that incorporate a single-shoe drum-in-hat parking brake independent of the service brakes.complaint and warranty data indicate that the parking brake linings tend to wear out early in the life of the vehicle (at an average of 24 months in service), reducing the parking brake…
Alleged failure of 2nd row seatbelt alr
The automatic locking retractor (alr) is a feature incorporated in the subject vehicle for locking the webbing to properly secure a child safety seat into a vehicle.this pe was opened based on a GM technical service bulletin stating that with certain child safety seats the webbing May not remain locked.there are no complaints in the odi database and only two complaints to GM.GM's instructions state for the final…
Vacuum brake booster
Alleged that the vacuum brake booster can fail resulting in loss of brake effectiveness and extended stopping distances.
Hydraulic pump failres
GM is conducting a recall on all subject vehicles build between May 1999 and October 14, 1999.significant changes were incorporated into production in early October 1999, and vehicles built after that date have lower warranty failure rates.the complaint and warranty data appear to support the effectiveness of these changes.
Parking brake failure
In a letter dated April 20, 2005, GM notified NHTSA that it had decided that defects that relate to motor vehicle safety exist in certain model year (my) 1999-2002 c/k 1500 series (pbr parking brake system) and my 2001-2005 c/k 2500 and 3500 series (trw parking brake system) pickups with manual transmissions.according to GM, some of these vehicles May have conditions that cause the friction linings to wear to an…
Parking brake failure
Odi's review of complaint data received since the close of ea04-011 revealed no indication that the investigation should be re-opened.more details can be found in the federal register notice enclosed in the dp05-009 public file.odi reserves the right to reopen the investigation in the future should conditions warrant.
What 2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups owners say
Brakes
I was involved in a head on collision with another vehicle, a larger GMC dually. I was traveling at 55 MPH when the other vehicle entered my lane at near or equal speed and struck me head on. I had time to react by stomping the brakes but I seemed to not slow down. I had no where to turn all possible lanes of avoidance were blocked with smaller cars. The airbags did not deploy... It is my understanding that by law cars/light trucks are required by law to have airbags if they are 1998 or newer. I understand a light truck to be up to 8,600 lbs gross weight with payload. This standard includes my truck, I sustained sever injuries to my neck/chest and ruptured discs in my back resulting in emergency back surgery. If I had airbags I am sure my injuries would not have been nearly as server and I my have not lost so much. …
1st.- problem with brake booster, causing a major vaccum leak causing vehicle to surge and stall when acclerating on take-off. Eventually engine would cut-off. After a lot of effort, dealer repaired that problem. 2nd.- 3/4 ton truck, hd towing package, everything supposed to be heavy duty according to salesperson and sticker in window. Brake pads on front are for a 1/2 ton, light duty truck.vehicle does not stop very well, at times, brake pedal goes to floor with little stopping effect. Dealer was notified during 1st. Problem encounter. Dealer made no effort to explain or correct problem. Problem still exist. 3rd.- transmission malfunctioniong. I have had two transmission repair shops inspect vehicle, both said that problem was common with GM trucks. Vehicle has been plagued with one problem after the other. Dealer has been notified several times, even by certified mail. …
Body & structure
Severe vehicle frame corrosion/rusting of front frame extensions, particularly in area of the steering box mounting of several agency owned 98-2000 year model Chevrolet & GMC pickup trucks. Disposition is scrapping vehicles as beyond economical repair and unsafe to operate.
Severe vehicle frame corrosion/rusting of front frame extensions, particularly in area of steering box mounting of several agency owned 98-2000 year model Chevrolet & GMC pickup trucks. Disposition is scrapping vehicles as beyond economical repair and unsafe to operate.
Air bags
I was involved in a head on collision with another vehicle, a larger GMC dually. I was traveling at 55 MPH when the other vehicle entered my lane at near or equal speed and struck me head on. I had time to react by stomping the brakes but I seemed to not slow down. I had no where to turn all possible lanes of avoidance were blocked with smaller cars. The airbags did not deploy... It is my understanding that by law cars/light trucks are required by law to have airbags if they are 1998 or newer. I understand a light truck to be up to 8,600 lbs gross weight with payload. This standard includes my truck, I sustained sever injuries to my neck/chest and ruptured discs in my back resulting in emergency back surgery. If I had airbags I am sure my injuries would not have been nearly as server and I my have not lost so much. …
Los cintos de seguridad y bolsas de aire de urban,tahoe,sonora,pick up y yukon no sirven, son defectuosos y no protejen al usuario en caso de accidentes. Ngenieros y supervisores de la fabrica brid o breed nos avisaron que no sirven y pueden ocasionar lesiones muy graves, incluida la muerte. Los de la fabrica bred saben de estos problemas y no los quisieron arreglar para evitar costos. GM tanbien sabe de esto y no arreglo nada para evitar gastos y demandas. Por favor investiguen esto. Es algo muy serio que ustedes deben investigar a fondo, revisen los archivos de GM y bred y encontraran que toda esta informacion esta guardada y nada hicieron para arreglar el asunto. The safety belts and air bags of the urban, tahoe, sonara, pickup, and yukon are of no use. They are defective and do not protect the user in cases of crashes. …
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups a good car?
Based on 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 C/K Pickups rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the C/K Pickups at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups?
The brakes — 18 complaints, 53% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Next are the body & structure (7) and air bags (3).
How many recalls does the 2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups have?
There is 1 recall for the 2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups, the most recent from January 7, 2005 (driveshaft). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet C/K Pickups?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1995, 1996 and 2002. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1998 and 1997. See the full Chevrolet C/K Pickups years comparison.
At what mileage do 2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 81,000 miles; 23% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.