2001 Chevrolet S10 transmission problems

Filed Jul 30, 2008 · Transmission · 80,000 miles · MI

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet s10. The contact noticed that the engine warning light was constantly illuminated on the instrument control panel. She took her vehicle to the dealer and they replaced the fuel filter. Several months later, the engine warning light illuminated again. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer and was informed that the PCM needed to be replaced. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer stated that there was no recall for the vehicle; therefore, she would have to assume liability for the repair cost. The failure mileage was 80,000 and current mileage was 146,000.

Filed Aug 11, 2006 · Transmission · 30,000 miles · OH

No special events leading to failure. At approximately 30000 miles, the 4x4 shift actuator failed during extreme snow conditions, causing vehicle to become stranded on highway. Shift actuator replaced with genuine gm part at dealership. Note: per dealer, shift actuator is not covered by either gm warranty or the extended warranty on drivetrain and axle. It was called a "normal wear" item. General motors has not responded to emails or phone calls regarding this vehicle.

Filed Jun 16, 2006 · Transmission · 90,000 miles · NY

Transmission in my 2001 s10 chevrolet 4wd p/u failed as I was driving behind a school bus...children were let off and as I tried to accelerate, the transmission failed without warning and the vehicle behind me almost hit me from behind.. I pulled over to let vehicles pass and put myself in a position where I had to back up first to get back on the road.. I put my truck in reverse and couldn't move at all.. I found that I had 1st and third gear but no 2nd fourth or reverse..the transmission had no prior symptoms of anything being wrong.. When I took this vehicle to a dealer...I explained the situation and the mechanic knew exactly what had happened.. He stated that sun shell had broke inside the transmission..he then showed my several other broken sun shells he had to replace in other vehicles and how poorly they were manufactured and that gm had replacement parts made of a higher standard that was suitable for the application...he estimated the repair bill to be approximately 1600 dollars!!!hoping that there wasn't any other damage to driving further with this broken part...my question is this...if gm knows these parts a faulty and notified their mechanics to replace them with a part that they know will hold up to the task, why should the consumer be subject to a 1600 dollar or better repair bill, and why isn't there a recall on this??..the mechanic stated that he was surprised mine lasted as long as it did saying he saw this transmission part fail with as little as 35000 miles on them...I appreciate any help on this matter as I yet have to decide whether to have this repair done or not..I am really surprised at a company such as gm would knowingly sell vehicles with inadequate parts, and hope they outlast their warranties so the consumer would be stuck paying the bill to have their mechanics rebuild their faulty transmissions to satisfactory standards.....thanks for your time concerning this matter............tom.

Filed Feb 25, 2006 · Transmission · 78,100 miles · MN

For 2 weeks the truck felt like it was hesitating somewhat when accelerating. Then when driving home on dry pavement one night, a pop sound was heard & second gear was gone. From a dead stop, RPM's go up to 4000 or 4500 before it down shifts into 3rd gear. There is also no reverse gear. Chevy says it is the "sun gear" that blew. Truck has 78000 miles on it. You either rebuild it for $1600 with a new sun gear, or replace the tranny for $2600.

Filed Dec 4, 2005 · Transmission · 40,975 miles · KS

During 41,000 service observed rear pinion seal leaking, after 3 attempts to get the correct seal, finally found the correct one. Parts stores only show 3 different seals for a 2001 s-10 pickup w/ 4.3l engine and automatic transmission. Had to go to 2003 s-10 pickup to find the correct seal.

Filed Mar 2, 2005 · Brakes, Transmission · MA

Horrible problem with the shifting of transmission. Transmission was rebuilt 6 months ago due to the burn out of the 2nd and 3rd gear. Shifting has not changed since the rebuild. Vehicle easily slips out of gear and increasingly loses speed...no matter if the gas pedal is to the floor or not. Truck will go 65 MPH in 2nd gear with pedal to the floor and lose speed rapidly still. Second, brakes lock up going over small bumps, and then seem to not want to work properly on occasion. Lastly, tailgate cables have snapped after I sat on the tailgate (I'm 5'0" and 100lbs!!).

Filed Feb 22, 2005 · Body, Brakes · 92,000 miles · GA

2004 tail gate ass failed replaced after market parts 2004 back up lights in/op;004 interrior light will not turn off/ over ride botton used to save battery2005 left front hub ass replaced. 004 right front hub ass replaced;005 front end replaced/pittman/tie rods;2004 oil filter leak / tightened 2004 rear emergency brakes in/op 5 left emergency brake drum replaced;005 right emergency brake drum replaced 2005 gas sending unit replaced eradic behavior 2004 left brake shoe replaced ;004 right brake shoe replaced;005 left brake shoe replaced front;005 right brake shoe replaced front 2005 left brake shoe replaced rear;005 right brake shoe replaced rear;005 u joints replaced;04 battery replaced 2005 transmission showing signs of wear;005 rear end {3.42} locker clangs between 1st and revved. 004 4 tires 005 4 tires 2004 door hinges freeze up lube;005 tail gate hinges show wear 2005 parts 4 ea tie rods/o/ring type brake shoesand drums/u joints. I have for inspection.

Filed Aug 27, 2004 · Transmission · 25,000 miles · NC

When turning the front made a loud popping noise. Consumer felt the noise was coming from the drivetrain, and could result in the drivetrain breaking at any time. Dealership will be contacted.

Filed Oct 28, 2003 · Engine, Fuel system · HI

Consumer stated that vehicle in the last 3 months in repair shop for transmission problems 9 times. After bringing vehicle to repair shop shop everything else started to break down. Also, fuel pump was replaced 3 times. Fuel gauge operated poorly, and vehicle died/stopped while driving on the road.

Filed Jan 22, 2003 · Steering, Transmission · 23,000 miles · VT

Ball joints are loose when installed. Reported by dealer to be within chevy specs. The same problem with the tie rod ends. Cant keep the alignment right with this spec. Dealer will not warranty.