This is the second time it happened. The first time was on december 2, 1997. The dealer never admitted what the problem was, but I paid a $500 fee. They did not tell me that there was a recall on the work. I found out afterwards but the service manager at that time told me it was not the same problem as the recall. He refused the reimbursement. I was almost in a serious accident due to problem. I lost all power in the middle of the intersection. When I called the dealer rick pulled my file and said it was not the same problem. He did not have the car to look at because it had not been towed there yet. I'm really shaken up and afraid that I'm going to get a hassle from jefferson chevrolet. In additon, I want my money back from previously.
1990 Chevrolet Lumina engine complaints
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Engine mounts sheared off, causing the motor to move, and may cause a loss of vehicle control. Motor mounts have been replaced. But, problem still exists. Please provide further information.
After part failed, contacted riverside chevrolet in tulsa oklahoma. They ran my VIN but nothing came up. The safety campaign in 1997. Neither riverside nor the main gm center know exactly when the bolts were changed, if in fact they were.one of the bolts backed all the way out while the other was sheared in half. Gms' roadside assistance said all parts are guaranteed for12 months. Right now there is only one bolt in the cradle. I could not afford to have my mechanic drill and retap the other side. I thought gm would fix my vehicle and remburse me for the towing and repairs up to that point. Luckily I was one a straight stretch of highway when this happened thank you richard dorrough
The motor mount cradle bolts seared in half, causing engine to drop down and the steering gear box and shaft ripped apart.
Engine cradle bolts fell off of the vehicle, causing the engine to drop, and resulting in loss of steering control. Manufacturer has been notified.
I ws driving at about 35 MPH when I heard a noise like I went over a bump or pothole. Then I felt a pulling to the right, like a flat tire,so I immediately pulled into a parking lot. When I stopped and looked under the front passenger wheel, it looked like something was falling. I got back into the car and tried to move it further into the lot, and there was a noise and it would not move. When I got out, the front engine cradle had fallen to the ground. In addition, the steering wheel no longer worked. At first look, the tow truck driver and my mechanic thought that the engine cradle bolts had broken, but when the mechanic went to fix it, he found that the entire engine cradle had rotted out and had fallen. It was replaced along with the engine mounts, tie rods, and front upper motor mount. If I had not pulled into the parking lot, I would have been involved in a serious accident. Initially, it was reported to chevy that the engine mounts had broken. We will be sending them a letter with pictures of what happened when the pictures are developed. This is a very serious problem. It is not something that would be apparent unless a mechanic was aware that there could be a problem and checked the engine cradle regularly.
Engine failure causing engine fire. (ohio state police report).
While driving at any speed , any time, the engine just shuts off and loses control. Sometimes the vehicle will restart and sometimes the vehicle has to be towed to a garage. Vehicle has been checked about 15 times for this problem since april of 1997. Mechanics are not able to find out what is causing this problem.
While making a left turn at 5 MPH the engine fell out of vehicle, possible cause engine motor mount failure.
Engine cradle bolts failed causing damage to steering shaft prior to recall notice.
Driving at approximately 35 MPH heard loud noise, front cradle bolts had corroded and rusted off, causing loss of control. Rear cradle bolts were recalled.
Door striker broke off of body panel.
Front engine cradle fell to the ground.
While driving front carriage fell down, causing loss of steering control, nearly caused crash; front cradle bolts/washer rusted/corroded, pulled out; according to dealer, need new carriage, power steering lines, cradle bolts need replacing.
Engine/motor replaced. Mjs
Rear cradle bolt broke causing the engine to fall on the ground and break the steering box.
Steering shaft broke away from steering rack, causing loss of control.
When applying the brakes, the brakes failed. *ak consumer has had brakes examined twice, however every time dealer says brake system is fine. Coolant fitting and engine belt was replaced. Fuel filter was replaced.
Front struts replaced twice.
A spark plug flew out of the engine, probably caused by aluminum head not withstanding pressure from engine, vehicle stalled going at high speed. Tt
Purchase car new the engine had to replace the oil didn't know what's wrong . Tt
Corroded rear disc brakes, excessive wear on the front brakes. Tt rear struts leaked, lower ball joint replaced. Poor gas mileage, fuel pump replaced. Power window switch failed. Door handle cracked. Transmission shifts too late, dealer repalced. Serpentine belt replaced, engine replaced, knocking noise in engine during cold startup. Constant brake problems, front brake pads and rotors have been replaced, front calipers were locking up, front brakes failed, brakes squeak, rear brake sliders repaired.
Electrical system failure, ignition switch malfunction, vehicle seized without prior warning. Tt
Check engine and oil light came on, having oil pressure problem. Tt
The catalytic converter failed. Tt
Brakes are failing, wheel, engine not working right. Tt
Engine craddle mounting broke off, bolts cracked and failed. Tt
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