1997 Chevrolet Suburban electrical problems

Filed Nov 29, 2019 · Electrical · 178,000 miles · CA

I stopped to get gas anc cut my truck off. I got back in it and cut it on an drove about 30 yards I noticed a smell like burning wires. So I cut it off got out checked the outside the smell is only on the inside. Then I popped the hood an smelled the same smell. I pushed it and parked it. My clicker is not working to unlock or lock it, the lights will not go off and it makes the ringing sound as if the driver door is open even when it's not. I took the battery out to see if it was that but its fully charged.

Filed Jun 16, 2005 · Electrical, Engine · 138,000 miles · MD

Dt: this morning hit the brakes coming down the hill and engine shut down, could not control steering and brakes didn't work either. The electric and power failure, couldn't do anything with the vehicle. It hasn't be checked by dealer yet.

Filed Dec 22, 2003 · Electrical · NE

Multiple electrical malfunctions in dash including shorting in fuse panel, headlights, heating controls, windshield wiper controls, sound system, and interior lighting controls, leading to erratic or failed operation of such controls with visible signs of wiring damage and complete meltdown (I.e. Heating controls/sound system).

Filed Aug 10, 2003 · Electrical · VA

We had two batteries leak acid, caused several hundred dollars in damage to repair wires and hoses that were damaged by the leaking battery acid. We wonder if the dealership in northern virginia was causing damage to the batteries to generate repair bills for their business.

Filed Aug 1, 2003 · Electrical, Fuel system · MI

Consumer states that fuel pump failed due to electrical connectors inside the gas tank melting against the pickup tube. The problem was made apparent because of constant fuses blowing out.

Filed Jun 8, 2003 · Electrical · 130,000 miles · TX

Hard to shift into gear. Consumer had to put key switch into accessory position and then move shifter into neutral in order to start vehicle.

Filed Dec 21, 2002 · Brakes, Electrical · DC

Abs failure, electrical failure and front and rear brake failure. This correspondence is not available via .I believe the letter may have been misplaced while in transition from dimms to artemis via tran tech employees. The power windows and air condition failed. There was a violent gear change between 2 wheel drive and 4 wheel drive. The battery leaked and also the cables were corroded, there was a loud noise from the steering column, the consumer experienced complete steering failure while making a left turn.

Filed Aug 7, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · TX

I started experencing problem at appox. 12000 miles when the front brakes wore out prematurlly,some after at appox. 20000 mile I had unusual tire wear, ( I was told it was my fault) it was the right torsion bar out of adjustment and even though the vehicle had only 27668 mile I had to pay 1/2 the cost appox $225.00 after fighting all the way to the executive offices,the speed sensitive steering started actting up at appox. 40000 miles suddenly causing the steering wheel to slip unaccpectedly.this part was replace n/c , I have gone through 3 alternators the first at appox. 38000 mile standing me in buffalo ,tx 120 miles from home on a sunday night, the second and third happeded in the city however I now carry a spare altenator and tools because who knows when it will go out next, I have replaced the positive side battery cables twice because of design the loosen and the acr and short out, the auto matic transmission went out at 53939 due to coolent getting into the unit I had to pay 25% of this repair appox. $525.00 that transmission failed at 69015 only 15k+miles later with the warrenty card in hand I thought maybe this was it ,at 107,267 miles that transmission failed and with only 38k+ mile on a unit that carrys a 3yr/50k warrenty gm refuses to fix or replace the unit my truck has been sitting at the dealership since 06/15/2001 while I have been once again fighting with gm to no avail ,( I was offer a customer loyalty cert. For $500. 00 to settle this issue the transmission cost $2500. To replace not including the motor mount that broke when the unit locked up at appox. 35 MPH all the advertising million and billions of $$$$$ should be spent making sure that then presistent problem do not accure, not when you spend 35k- 45k- for a vehicle.

Filed May 8, 2001 · Electrical · WA

I think chevrolet should pay for this factory defect which cost me $160. No safety defect listed.

Filed Apr 20, 2001 · Electrical, Fuel system · PA

Truck stalls, causing loss of power steering and brakes. Dealer has attempted to remedy defect on three separate occassions without success. Accidents avoided thus far, but next time, I may not be so fortunate. Please post these comments, to warn other consumers. Gmc is denying responsibility, has flatly refused to repurchase the vehicle, and continues to attempt to repair the problem. I'm scared to death to drive this thing...me and my passengers(very often a troop of girl scouts) are in danger, and so is anyone who might be in front of me when this happens. I hope that no one dies as a result of this defect. Please help me.