Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1995 Chevrolet Silverado owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
While driving had to make a normal stop for a bus when brake pedal goes to floor. Had to avoid cars by going to side off road. After looking at truck it was determined the brake lines had rusted into. Replaced brake lines.
While driving had to make a normal stop for a bus when brake pedal goes to floor. Had to avoid cars by going to side off road. After looking at truck it was determined the brake lines had rusted into. Replaced brake lines.
Tl contact owns a 1995 Chevrolet Silverado. The vehicle was equipped with al cardone brake calibers, model# a118-4300, a118-4299. While the contact was traveling approximately 40 MPH, the brake pedal was engaged with no power response. The vehicle crashed into the rear end of the proceeding vehicle. There were no prior warnings. The contact and the driver in the other vehicle were injured. A police report was filed for the incident. The vehicle was taken to a local collision center. The cause of failure was contributed to the front right calibers stuck in an open position. The vehicle identification number was unknown. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 5/3/10
Transmission locked up in second gear and would not shift out of gear up or down. Also, ABS brake system has a defect in the system, causing extended stopping distance when pedal is pushed. In addition, A/C unit replaced three times/ electric seat wiring is defective/ door handles keep bending when attempting to open doors, and rear seal leakage. Repair work and replacements done at owner's expense. Problems still occur. Provide further information.
Engine just fails without warning. Fuel injection pump was replaced last year .pump was replaced last week, and after 75 miles it failed again. Truck at the dealership at this time. The truck has had not only injector pump failures. Starter , alternator, fuel pump, clutch, pressure plate, universal joints, master cylinder and speedometer sender also had failed.
At 25,000 miles replaced pads/rotors, then again 40,000miles within two weeks. Later, same defect occurred again. This time changed rotors pads/calpiers. Still defect is occurring. Hears griniding noise, usually left front wheel goes out. Dealership final analysis, cannot find problem. This defect is a potential for an accident.
The brakes pads failed at 35,000 miles, dealer would not replace, we did and have not had to again now at 84,000 miles, air conditioner relay sensor switch went bad, we paid to have replaced, windshield wipers do not come on half the time, nor does the horn does not work half the time.
When slowing down, anti lock brakes will lock up or May not respond to pedal application. *akthe brakes will go into anti lock mode untll the ABS light illuminates. Once the light illuminates the brakes operate fine. The ABS light stays illuminated.
Coming upon stop sign & started to apply brakes; could feel brakes pulsing. Vehicle started to shake & then brakes locked up or grabbed. This happens to front brakes only. Took to dealer & could not find anything wrong. Been happening for over a year.
This vehicle has had a problem with the braking system since purchased. Right rear locks whenver weather is damp, road wet or slippery. When it does the ABS does not seem to work at all. Numerous attempts to repair, no problem found.
Brake complaints in other Silverado years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado?
NHTSA has 29 complaints about the brakes of the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado, 11% of the model year's 263 complaints. The component named most often is antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (17 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1995 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems?
No. NHTSA lists no brakes recall for the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 250,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 4 crashes, 0 fires and 3 injuries to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.