Chevrolet Silverado ball joint problems

Filed Sep 20, 2015 · Body, Electrical · 30,000 miles · TX

Here is a brief history of the issues involving the 1012 chevrolet silverado lt texas edition after the purchase date of september 3, 2012. First, I noticed that it has increasingly become more difficult to open the front passenger window from the driver side master control unit around 2014. Now, I have to press hard several times to open the window. Second, the outside moldings of the door panels are falling off starting in mid-2014. Third, I have started to hear popping noises coming from the ball joints when the steering wheel is turned to the left or right at a very low speed starting the beginning of 2014. These issues were reported to the chevrolet customer service at the gm headquarters in august 2015. On september 4, 2015, the truck was finally diagnosed by the chevrolet dealership service department that sold the pickup. The invoice dated september 4, 2015 indicates the lower ball joints worn with play, door moldings falling off, and the driver's master switch shorted.

Filed Jul 26, 2014 · Brakes · 72,602 miles · WI

In 2013, the ABS began routinely activating during braking at speeds of 5-10 MPH. I found recall 05068: unwanted ABS activation. My gm maintenance records noted this recall service was completed 3/31/2006. The 3/31/06 service notes were "inspections: electrical/wiring." I contacted gm corporate customer service in jan.2014 to notify them that currently my ABS were erroneously activating on nearly all braking events. Additionally, I asked what recall service was actually performed on 3/31/06 because the notes only indicate an inspection occurred. A conference call ensued between gm customer service, the local gm service dealership, and myself. Gm allowed 1 hour to diagnose the ABS problem on 1/22/14 at the local gm dealer. The resulting 1/22/14 service notes were: "diagnose & found left front wheel speed sensor dropping out. Inspect wiring for poor connections or damaged wiring. All ok. Gave estimate to replace left front wheel hub assembly." in person, the dealership said this bearing was worn & was causing ABS activation. I left upset, without the $642 wheel hub assembly install because I didn't believe the bearing was worn. On 5/30/2014, I had another service shop independently diagnose my trucks bearings, tie rods and suspension. They confirmed my original belief that the bearings did not need to be replaced. I did have both inner tie rods replaced at this time. On 6/17/14, I took my truck to a 3rd service shop to have them complete a front end alignment because inner tie rods were recently installed. I also asked them to determine if this bearing was worn. Their opinion was the bearing was ok and no maintenance was required. In summary, the gm service shop had opportunities on 3/31/06 and 1/22/14 to complete the recall remedy and failed. I have removed the fuses to disengage the ABS and prevent an accident because this condition still exists.

Filed Dec 2, 2013 · Transmission · 50,000 miles · VA

Gm has a design and/or manufacturing flaw in the transmission lines on the 2500hd. I have had mine replaced under warranty once, and need to have them replaced again. They only leak in cold weather when the rubber in the line shrinks at the crimp causing them to leak. The danger here is the fire potential. Due to the diesel regeneration process that burns off the diesel particulate filter and the heats it to extreme temperatures this has a potential fire risk. Gm refuses to address the leaky transmission lines. There are multiple accounts of this issue, on several year models of durmax pickups, on the internet. Additional concerns here are how acidic transmission oil is. It also has potential to deteriorate rubber steering components boots ball joint covers, etc. This is safety concern.

Filed Dec 2, 2013 · Suspension · 69,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the front driver's side wheel collapsed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated the front driver's side ball joint and retainer bar were fractured. The vehicle was deemed as destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000. Updated 01/23/14*lj the consumer stated the ball join guide and rod broke. Updated 01/14/14

Filed Nov 4, 2013 · Brakes · 46,917 miles · PA

My truck has a serious rust problem. I was driving from pennsylvania to buffalo when my brake line snapped "spewing brake fluid all over"on the highway while driving at 65mph. At the dealer I was showed that not only where my brake lines rotted but everything involving the brakes "calipers,rotors, pads " fuel lines, frame control arms, everything under the truck, which was bought new. The brake pads, calipers & rotors were replaced by my mechanic at 25,000 with parts bought by gm. My truck is in excellent shape from what you can see & is garage kept.from what I see this is a common problem with gm trucks from 2000-2012.

Filed Mar 26, 2013 · Suspension · 70,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while at the dealer for routine maintenance, the technician stated that the front rock arm and ball joints exhibited excessive wear. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Nov 6, 2012 · Suspension · 15,000 miles · WY

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 cheverolet silverado. The contact stated that while driving up a dirt hill at approximately 2mph the contact stated the lower control arm snapped. The vehicle was towed to a dealer who diagnosed that the front axle needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vehicle was not included in any recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage and the current mileage was 15,000. The VIN number was not available.

Filed Apr 1, 2010 · Brakes, Suspension · 91,200 miles · MO

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado. The contact took the vehicle to a local repair facility to have the tires rotated when he was informed that the entire lower ball joint assembly was defective and the caliper and brake pads were loose and flopping around. The mechanic refused to repair the vehicle because of the severity of problem. The contact drove the vehicle to an authorized dealer but was told that it could not be inspected until the following week. The contact had not called the manufacturer when the complaint was filed. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 91,200.

Filed Mar 9, 2010 · Steering · TX

Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) we have a 2006 silverado chevrolet truck [xxx] . There has been a squeaking in the steering-wheel column, and the car is becoming increasingly difficult to steer. A mechanic found that the inner tie rods need to be replaced and a part of the steering column needs to be replaced. A local dealership says, "there is no recall" even though there was an earlier recall on chevrolet-truck steering systems. The manufacturer instructed us to get in touch with you. Please let us know how to proceed. Thank you.

Filed Jul 20, 2009 · Fuel system, Suspension · 114,000 miles · SC

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet silverado. Whenever the contact drove various speeds, he heard a squeaking sound coming from the front passenger side suspension. The sound has been present ever since the vehicle was purchased. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 114,000. Updated 8/7/09 *cn the consumer stated the right front upper control arm was the reason for the noise. Also, the gas gauge malfunctioned. It would come on and go off reading low fuel. Updated 08/11/09.