1997 Chevrolet S10 transmission problems

Filed Mar 28, 2008 · Transmission · 145,000 miles · RI

Fluid leaks from clutch slave cylinder, causing loss of vehicle control.

Filed Mar 31, 2005 · Transmission · 48,023 miles · OH

Around the end of the warranty period, my truck started shifting into "second" gear hard after driving at highway speeds. Toward the end of a 200 mile trip, the transmission failed and no longer has a "second" gear. The truck had 48,023 miles on it. I cannot determine for sure if the overdrive function is working, either. While failure did not cause an accident or personal injury, the potential was significant. This vehicle has only been used for personal transportation, not commercial purposes or hauling heavy loads. Repairs will be costly. My research indicates repeat failures for this transmission. I am the second owner. I bought the truck from my mother after my father passed away.

Filed Nov 26, 2004 · Transmission · 89,000 miles · TX

P1870 code. Transmission needs repair before it needs it. Found other people have had the same problem, I just wanted to go on record.

Filed Jul 7, 2004 · Transmission · TN

Consumer stated that about 4 years ago, she had a throw bearing problem. Currently, was having that same problem. When pushing the clutch in vehicle made a loud grinding noise, as if there was metal to metal grinding.

Filed Jul 6, 2004 · Fuel system, Transmission · 10,000 miles · CA

While driving oil line came apart and dumped oil all over the engine. The oil line was replaced. Then, transmission line came apart and dumped transmission fluid all over the engine. Transmission line was replaced, but problem recurred. The cause of the both lines coming apart was undetermined. *ak

Filed Apr 13, 2004 · Transmission · 10,000 miles · SC

Sunshell in transmission broken twice within 2 years, repair shop states heavy duty sunshell has been released to replace the inferior sunshell that was designed for the 1997 chevrolet s-10 pickup. Repair shop states this is a common problem. Repairs each time totalling in excess of $2,000.00. Purchused vehicle from father at 13,000 miles. He had problems with transmission at 10,000 miles. Serviced by love chevolet on dec. 1, 1998.

Filed Jan 8, 2004 · Transmission · 38,000 miles · OH

While driving transmission leaked fluid, and vehicle lost power. Consumer managed to pull over to gain control of the vehicle. Dealerships mechanic was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

Filed Dec 19, 2003 · Transmission · TX

Got the truck at 48,400 miles. At 48,800 after driving at highway speed continuouly for about 25 minutes, my truck shifted very hard between first and second gear. The problem could be duplicated like clockwork. Talked to both the local chevrolet dealer and chevrolet and neither would budge on assisting on the repair bill which came out to be $710. After reading about more complaint of the same nature on this and many more sites, I can't understand how chevrolet can get away with passing this cost on to the consumer. It's obvious there is a design flaw.

Filed Feb 6, 2003 · Transmission · 13,465 miles · CA

The carrier and pinion bearings in the differential unit was replaced.

Filed Dec 21, 2002 · Transmission · 13,465 miles · CA

The oil in the differential became too old which caused the bearings and bearing ring to chip note: this letter is being answered by anamari alonso under #10006063 follow-up letter by same consumer,aaj. Gm informed the consumer the problem happened because he did not put enough miles on the vehicle.