1996 Chevrolet S10 suspension problems

Filed Aug 22, 2003 · Suspension · 85,000 miles · VA

The consumer stated that the upper ball joints failed. The dealer was notified. *ak the upper and lower ball joints (left & right), upper control arms (left & right) and the sway bars links were replaced. The manufacturer indicated that the vehicle was not included in recall # 01i018000 due to VIN. *scc

Filed May 31, 2003 · Body, Electrical · IL

Turn signals malfunctioned. The A/C stopped working due to a faulty evaporator. The stabilizer bar broke on right side which caused drift/pull. Engine coolant/antifreeze leaked. The ball joint for the right-front tire gave out. The alternator had to be fixed and replaced the battery. Speedometer seemed to be off by 5 MPH. The windshield wipers would not work properly and stopped in the middle of a down-pour. The device to lower the spare tire had to be replaced.

Filed Jul 21, 2001 · Suspension · AR

Balljoint broke thur afame when going thur accident area. Thought I got a flat but tire was laying on its side.

Filed May 16, 2001 · Suspension · CA

Getting on the freeway front end wobble thought it was a flat but the front ball joint had broken tire ended up sideways had to get it towed

Filed Apr 11, 2001 · Suspension · NJ

While driving at approximately 30 to 35 MPH heard a bang from front of vehicle which caused steering wheel to jerk. Consumer was able to bring vehicle to a stop at side of road. A private mechanic inspected vehicle, and stated that front control arm broke. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

Filed Mar 19, 2001 · Suspension · PA

Drivers side upper ball joint broke (housing ), this allowed the wheel to tilt in towards the engine compartment. Thank goodness this happened at a low speed while I was backing out of my drive way. The ball joint did not fail due to a lack of lubrication. This could have been disastorous. There was minor damage to the aluminum wheel on the inside.

Filed Oct 6, 2000 · Suspension · MI

While driving 30 MPH front passenger's side tire nearly came off due to a broken ball joint. Please give any further details.

Filed Sep 5, 2000 · Electrical, Engine · TX

Front wheel bearing leaked fluid causing premature wear of the brake pads.

Filed Aug 25, 2000 · Suspension · NJ

Left front axle seal leaking, called chev.cust.asst. On 8/24/00 told them there is only 35000miles on vechicle (warranty expired) told me they could not assit me at this time and gave me a file # c01366417 I feel chevrolet should fix problem at there expence since it only has 35000miles on it.

Filed May 25, 2000 · Suspension · MI

New front upper and lower ball joints and a pitman arm is needed.