Vehicle was in driveway/in gate, vehicle was in park and running. Itjumped into gear by itself and ran away and ended up in a creek, gm contacted and helped pull the car out. Dealer will be contacted and informed of the problem.
1997 Chevrolet S10 transmission complaints
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Due to yoke that was improperly casted and too narrow, which caused the unversal joints to shear off 4 times, almost resulted in the driveshaft falling out. May caused an accident.
Continuous high engine idle. Also, when shifting transmission the shifter is very notchy and tends to grind when shifting from 2nd into 3rd gear.
Transmission failure.
Engine failed, previous repairs made, however problem continues.
Weak springs used in the clutch assembly causing noise and eventual failure. Transmission also jumps out of 3rd gear when vehicle hits a bump or crosses a railroad track.
Noise in transmission bearings due to design.
When driving vehicle tilts to left side. Has to hold tightly to steering wheel to keep vehicle on road. Taken it to dealer who noticed frame was bent & out of alignment. Also transmission has slippage.
While driving 10-15 MPH and turning a corner rear wheels slid and vehicle hit curb due to a rear axle breaking.
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