2007 Chevrolet W5500 Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

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Engine and engine coolingReported December 15, 2010 · 2,992 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Isuzu is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 isuzu npr, nqr, nrr, gmc w3500, w4500, w5500, and chevrolet w3500, w4500, and w5500 vehicles. The oil pipe bolts were not tightened properly during the vehicle production process. If not adequately tightened, the bolt may loosen after prolonged vehicle operation, which can result in oil seepage or leakage from the packing seals. In general, as oil is lost, the oil warning lamp will illuminate, and there may be abnormal engine noise and loss of oil can cause engine seizure.
Risk: If the engine seizes while the vehicle is being driven, the vehicle may experience sudden deceleration leading to an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the packing seals with new ones and the bolt will be tightened with a specified torque. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on january 28, 2011. Owners may contact isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727.

Recall number 10V636000 · Recall details

Trailer hitchesReported July 28, 2008 · 108 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Knapheide is recalling 108 my 2006-2008 pro series truck beds equipped with an icc bumper which included a provision for a ball hitch. There may be an insufficient weld attaching the hitch channel to the supporting structure.
Risk: This could result in bending of the hitch channel or the hitch could be pulled off the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Knapheide will offer two remedies to its customers: (1) for those customers who do not use the hitch, the hitch will be removed from the truck bed and replaced with an icc bumper; or (2) for those customers who need a hitch, a receiver hitch assembly will be added to the existing hitch assembly and all suspect weld joints will be re welded. The recall began on august 15, 2008. Owners may contact knapheide at 1‑877‑473‑5763.

Recall number 08V344000 · Recall details

Fuel system, dieselReported June 5, 2008 · 16,859 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Isuzu is recalling 16,859 my 2006-2007 isuzu npr, nqr, nrr, gmc w3500, w4500, w5500 and chevrolet w3500, w4500, w5500 trucks equipped with diesel engines. Diesel fuel may seep or leak from the fuel pipe at the upper or lower fuel port on the diesel fuel supply pump.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and if no seepage or leakage is detected, the fuel pipe fittings will be tightened. If seepage or leakage is detected, the fuel supply pump will be replaced with a new one. The recall will begin on june 30, 2008. Owners may contact isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463, or chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438..

Recall number 08V251000 · Recall details

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Is the 2007 Chevrolet W5500 reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2007 Chevrolet W5500.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Chevrolet W5500?

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How many recalls does the 2007 Chevrolet W5500 have?

3 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling, trailer hitches and fuel system, diesel.

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