[5] major problems chevrolet silverado z71 extended cab 4 door lt 350cu.in 5.7 liter. This truck came with the tow haul equip. And was sold with improper tires for the use described. Tires where firestone 245/75-16. Steeltex a/t #108/104r m/s new vehicle sticker also. To me. This fraud #2) next failure: lost all braking going down a slight grade. Brake pedal went flat to the floor. I released pressure. Pushed again. Down to the floor but with pulsing felt through pedal. Released again same ...used both legs on one brake pedal other on parking brake. Engine shaking during this. Approx. Stopping distance 600-700-yards.! Informed dealer when next service due at 15.000mi. No comment no issue #3) next failure: gm crap exhaust system manifold cracked in two@17,156mi. And converter blockage due to breakage of manifold fragments. #4) next failure: same as #2 above. Breaking loss for brief 90-200 seconds. Enough time to be seriously injured or cause one. 17,982.47 mi #5) 20 mi round trip on way home on freeway sudden decrease in speed and the RPM gauge is at 6,000 RPM it does not go any higher. Then it grabbed and sped way up. Let off gas and sling shot type erratic speeds with same pressure on gas next pedal. Same [xxx] time. I will never reach that space in time or miles before this unreliable defect laiden poorly designed piece of shody merchandise kills me or someone else. The service dept wants me to authorize take down of transmission and dissemble the unit and said needed to notify gm. Also they mentioned 66,790. Is this a form or a charge?. I called them back only to get a recording . I said (my exact words) I authorize gm/ dealer to repair this vehicle now at their cost and deliver it asap. Come monday this will be 4 days no truck. This will force me to use very harsh civil complaints for these interruptions. *nm information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
2001 Chevrolet Silverado transmission complaints
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Dt consumer stated there is a grinding and vibration in the clutch of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer and they stated that it was normal for the clutch.
Parking brake will not stay adjusted, leading pickup to only be held by the automatic transmission "park" pawl when stopped.
Received letter from gm regarding possible engine light coming on. When it did come on several times, went to dealer, and they replaced fuel pressure regulator on gm. A month later, at freeway speeds transmission failed and went to neutral, almost causing an accident with several trucks. Limped home after several occurrences of same thing by stopping and totally restarting and moving on until another failure. (approx. 15 times) went to dealer and gm now replaced the injector pump assembly. Brought the vehicle home, parked it for 5 days and then started it up the transmission wouldn't engage and then suddenly "clanked" into gear and then disengaged into neutral. Stopped engine, restarted and then drove to dealer, who said gm wouldn't participate, saying it was now transmission problem and no longer warranted. The dealer installed a drain back kit in the transmission at my expense. The dealer had a bulletin from gm regarding this very problem. It is my contention that the engine (fuel pump regulator, injector pump assembly) problem put exsessive pressure upon the transmission and the computer kicked it into neutral causing the failure of the drain back, requiring a modification kit. I contacted gm, explained the situation and they flatly refused to participate in the repair.
While driving at 25 MPH consumer noticed the ABS motor was continuously running, and the brake pedal was getting hard while applying the brakes. This caused extended stopping distance. Mechanic drove the vehicle to the repair shop. Also informed mechanic determined that the ABS control module, and both front wheel hubs needed to replaced. Dealer was notified.*ak the consumer stated that the left front wheel hub assembly needed to be replaced. The consumer stated that he almost had 2 accidents because ABS brakes failed and will not stop the vehicle. Front wheel hub assembly was replaced by k r auto repair. New ABS control unit installed.
Universal joint broke. It was taken for repair since it was under warranty. Three weeks later the transfer case broke, and transmission went out preventing the vehicle from moving. Gmc sent an appraiser to check vehicle.
Theconsumer noticed fluid leaking underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer informed the consumer that the problem was a crack in the transfer case and it was not covered under a recall. *jb
When driving at any speed consumer heard a popping noise coming from the driveline. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Consumer purchased a brand new chevrolet siverado. After about 1500 miles vehicle developed a popping noise in the transfer case. Consumer took the vehicle back to the dealer, and was informed that vehicle had a history of this problem ranging from the 1998 to 2004 models. However, this vehicle was out of warranty, and dealer and manufacturer were not willing to assist consumer with this defect.
Emergency brake on, vehicle gear in park, vehicle began to roll down hill. * bf council for consumer stated that injuries were sustained as a result of the failed brake. Consumer placed the vehicle in park and exited the vehicle leaving two minor children inside. The consumer noticed that the vehicle was rolling and attempted to catch the vehicle. The consumer fell and the vehicle rolled over her body. The consumer sustain severe bodily injuries. The vehicle struck a tree causing injuries and damages.
While driving the vehicle it failed to shift gears. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and pulled over. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the cable assembly needed to be replaced, and replaced it. *ak consumer still having trouble with transmission.
The vehicle's transfer case failed. Upon further inspection the dealer located a hole in the aluminum case. *nm the hole allowed fluid to be discharged which meant the transfer case could not be rebuilt.
While driving at high speeds vehicle stalled. Consumer was able to restart vehicle, and drove it to dealer for inspection. However, mechanic could not duplicate or resolve the problem.
Two times in one month transmission went bad
While driving at 50 MPH consumer pressed the gas pedal, but vehicle would not accelerate. Consumer could hear a whistling sound coming from the engine. Dealer examined the vehicle, and informed the consumer that a new transmission was needed. On another occasion vehicle would not go into 2nd gear or reverse. Another transmission was replaced. On yet another occasion the solenoid and wiring harness were replaced, and the computer was reprogrammed. Finally, another transmission was replaced.
While traveling at normal speed heard a noise, and suddenly the rear of the truck dropped. Dealer stated that left rear axle housing cracked in half. *ak consumer experienced numerous problems and manufacturing defects including weak welding resulted in recurrent loosening of both bedsides, metal fatigue resulting in the shearing of axle housing, and general malfunction of factory assembled components resulting in misalignment of the bed of the vehicle and malfunction of the tailgate. Also, vehicle seemed to loose power and road stability when turning right at low speed. Due to the problems experienced by consumer, vehicle was taken to dealership for repairs and replacement of defective components.
4 wheel drive makes a grinding/growling noise and binds the vehicle to a stop with only a slight turn of the wheel. This did not happen until 17,000 miles on the vehicle and continues to worsen as time goes by. Chev 2001 silverado 1500 4wd.
Consumer stated that a leak in the transfer case after 36,000 miles caused driveline to lock up.this happened at 49,000 miles.
I have 2001 chevrolet 2500 hd 4x4 crew cab short box, with a 5 speed allison automatic with push button 4 wheel drive on the dash. At 117,000 miles my transfer case went out leaving me stranded luckily only 30 miles from home. Now at 279,000 miles my transfer case goes out again this time leaving me stranded on the wv turnpike. I realize the vechile has high miles on it mostly from towing campers and mostly all highway miles. The total 4 wheel drive miles can't be over 200 miles. I have a friend in indiana who has a 3500 with about 175,000 miles on his and he just replaced transfer case this past week. My question is are we the only two to have transfer case problems? No where can I find any bulletins or anything relating to gm on transfer case problems. Maybe you could let me know if there are any.
The transmission failed. The manufacturer shared the cost of the bill.
2001 chevrolet silverado 2500 hd 4 wheel drive. The truck makes a loud banging noise when shifting into 4 wheel drive (on the fly). This happens almost every time when going into 4 wheel drive.
The transmission failed and was repalced, however the second transmission had problems as well.
Rebuilt transmission still slipping now also is geared wrong and clunking when shifting from p/r/n/d was not happening befor rebuilding it. Handed bulleten stating it was normal. Engine has knocking and pinging all the time. Gm will not do anything about it is normal. They gave us a 100,000 mile 6 yr warranty except there is a clause that states it does not cover pre existing conditions and they refuse to send us something stating this is not considered a pre exisiting condition it's in our file and said they would do notthing more for me said good bye and hung up. Engine is also losing gas mileage, power and is missing. We are concerned that it may cause problems while we are towing our boat based on your service bulletin number 01058 builetin sequence number 620. We are concerened that it may cause serious injury or loss of life. Dt
Knocking noise from beginning-dealer stated "cold startup"-wrong! Manufacturer said not detrimental to engine-they had to replace my engine @ 25,000 miles-still knocking. Grinding in rear end at take off-had to replace my driveshaft-still grinding. My truck has been in 4 times for engine knocking and 5 times for rear end grinding. I'm now fighting with gm and bbb for a buy back-my truck qualifies under the lemon law-33 total days in shop so far. Will never buy another!!!
The problem was brought to the attention of the dealer. Gmc responded that there were not enough complaints and would not fix the problem. No safety defect mentioned.
Consumer states shifter cable broke.
Rear axle seals kept leaking, causing park brake to fail. Seals have been replaced 4 times on drivers side, and 3 times on passengers side.*akconsumer states that vehicle was taken to the dealership and they said they will not repair.
While placing vehicle in drive transmission will slip. This problem has occurred on several occasions. Consumer will contact dealer.
While driving, seat belt becomes very tight, giving a feeling of clostraphobia. Took vehicle to dealer.*ak consumer stated tires vibrated at a speed of 45-50, consumer was informed that the tires were out of round, also when the vehicle is driven for awhile, it seems to miss speeds, when making hard turns in either direction, there is a whining noise coming from the steering, and in cool weather the steering is hard to turn, also the service engine soon light illuminated and the vehicle would stall while driving.
When shifting from first to second and second to third, feels like going over bumps. Took to dealer, and they replaced transmission, but problem got worse. Consumer can hardly shift.*jb.
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