2001 Chevrolet S10: engine stalls while driving

Filed Jul 11, 2012 · Engine · 145,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet s-10. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was safely coasted to the shoulder and restarted as normal. The failure recurred several times later. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. The contact stated that he performed a manual diagnostic, but was unable to determine the failure. The manufacturer was notified and stated that there were no known similar complaints. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 145,000. ....updated 08-24-12 *bf the consumer stated all gauges shut down. The fuel pump was replaced. Updated 08/30/2012

Filed Nov 26, 2010 · Fuel system · 100,000 miles · TN

I have been very lucky and not killed in an accident, my engine stalls due to fuel starvation. Investigation pe02066 , I have had tune up new spark plugs, new throttle control sensor, and another sensor, fuel injectors, throttle body and still the truck does the stalling out. I feel that is a problem with the truck, and a real safety hazard. This is a daily occurrence .

Filed May 19, 2006 · Electrical · 18,500 miles · FL

Dt*: the contact stated the battery in the vehicle has been replaced three times within the last five years. The first one exploded and leaked acid inside the vehicle. The dealership replaced the battery with an AC delco battery; the same brand of battery that was sold with the vehicle. This battery failed in less than one year. The third battery also failed within one year of purchase. While driving 40 MPH the vehicle stalled. An independent mechanic tested the battery and found that all of the cells were dead.

Filed Nov 16, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · 71,500 miles · NV

On july 22, 2005, I paid the dealer $615.74 to replace a shorted air pump. I brought it in since the light gauges were turning on. The "check engine" lighted on and off. One week later, the A/C stopped working. The dealer charged me $105.19 for the diagnosis. On aug. 10, I paid another shop $852.08 to replace the A/C compressor. On aug. 30, my s-10 stalled and hasn't worked since then. A mechanic said the engine has to be replaced (another $3000 +) due to overheating of the radiator. There was no prior indication that the radiator was leaking or heating except when the light gauges were turning on in july. I bought this truck brand new in 2000 and have spent over $7000 in repairs and regular maintenance since then. The battery acid has leaked. Brake pads keep wearing out. Several air injection malfunctions and pumps have been replaced. I've purchased at least 2 sets of tires. It has less than 72,000 miles.

Filed Nov 9, 2005 · Electrical · MD

Second complaint for same issue. Dealer says that nothing can be done without vehicle backing up my claims, said to bring it in when vehicle is acting up. Alternator type sound coming through radio, all lights flickering (dimming and brightening), truck stalled two times last night. Truck gets nothing when you try to restart, no lights, no alarms, no engine click, no turn over...nothing at all. However, 20 minutes later truck will restart, with everything reset and clock reading 1:00. Did this last night twice, once last week. Called dealer today and they said that they couldn't test it because the computer reset itself when the truck shut down. Bring it in when it acts up again.....even though there is no gaurantee that I will make it to the dealer without the truck stalling!!!!! That's comforting to know!!!!!!

Filed Mar 25, 2005 · Fuel system · 39,800 miles · RI

Fuel guage sticks in the full position all the time, this resultng in a stall vehicle on the highway requiring owner to move a disabled vehicle into the breakdown lane in the middle of a freeway. The vehicle had to be towed away.

Filed Oct 7, 2004 · Fuel system · MO

While driving 45 vehicle stalled. Consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and hadit towed to the dealer, and mechanic determined that the fuel gauge was inoperative, and needed to be replaced, and replaced it four times. However, the problem recurred.

Filed Jan 23, 2004 · Brakes · 6,200 miles · TN

When the vehicle was turned off, the brake vacuum leaked causing brake failure when starting the vehicle. The mechanic replaced the check valve but the problem still exists. *ak the engine died while driving,thee was not enough vacuum on the brake system to stop the vehicle. Gm stated that they had a lot of problems with the check valve and booster. *sc

Filed Jan 21, 2004 · Electrical · NH

While making a left turn vehicle stalled, and vehicle would not restart. Consumer had vehicle towed to the dealer for analysis, and mechanic determined that coil wire needed to be replaced due to a burn out.

Filed Nov 23, 2003 · Fuel system · 44,106 miles · MI

My 2001 s-10 pick up stalls when driving down the road. Acts similar to investigation pe02-066. Took vehicle to dealer and explained problem. They could not find anything wrong. I still have the problem. Truck was out of warranty when taken in had 44,106 miles. Shouldn't the dealer been aware of your investigation and possibly looked at this filter?. I think you should reopen this case, I think that there is a severe defect in their design. Tomorrow I am going to dealer armed with information from your website and I am going to put up a stink about this. Please take another look at this case. Thank you. Sincerely, robert a. Wright.

Filed Jun 26, 2003 · Engine, Fuel system · 47,003 miles · MO

While driving at 55/70 MPH vehicle will stall out without warning. The dealership has replaced the catalytic converter, fuel pump, and sending unit.

Filed Jun 16, 2003 · Engine · CA

While traveling on the highway and without prior warning vehicle will stall and shut down.