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Dec 4, 2025 Service Brakes

I was driving down the highway at 65 mph and went to slow down and I had no brakes. Resulting in me having to go into the ditch to avoid a collision. After I was able to get the truck to slow down and to a stop I inspected my braking system to find all of my brake lines were rusted out and I had rup...

Dec 4, 2025 Power Train

I was driving down the highway at 65 mph and went to slow down and I had no brakes. Resulting in me having to go into the ditch to avoid a collision. After I was able to get the truck to slow down and to a stop I inspected my braking system to find all of my brake lines were rusted out and I had rup...

Dec 4, 2025 Service Brakes

I was driving down the highway at 65 mph and went to slow down and I had no brakes. Resulting in me having to go into the ditch to avoid a collision. After I was able to get the truck to slow down and to a stop I inspected my braking system to find all of my brake lines were rusted out and I had rup...

Dec 4, 2025 Power Train

I was driving down the highway at 65 mph and went to slow down and I had no brakes. Resulting in me having to go into the ditch to avoid a collision. After I was able to get the truck to slow down and to a stop I inspected my braking system to find all of my brake lines were rusted out and I had rup...

Mar 19, 2025 Power Train Crash

On [XXX], at or around midnight, I was traveling [XXX] at approximately 60 mph. The traffic was very light, with few vehicles on the road. It was raining, and I was in the number 1 lane. Two additional lanes were to my left, reserved for toll road traffic. I did not see any other vehicles on [XXX], ...

Mar 19, 2025 Power Train Crash

On [XXX], at or around midnight, I was traveling [XXX] at approximately 60 mph. The traffic was very light, with few vehicles on the road. It was raining, and I was in the number 1 lane. Two additional lanes were to my left, reserved for toll road traffic. I did not see any other vehicles on [XXX], ...

Dec 22, 2024 Fuel/propulsion System

The auxiliary transmission fuel pump system is prone to failure. This makes it so the start/stop feature will not work, as the vehicle will stall when stopped (causing an unsafe situation), and it cannot pass state inspection. The part is entirely unavailable from Chevy, and results in the vehicle b...

Dec 22, 2024 Power Train

The auxiliary transmission fuel pump system is prone to failure. This makes it so the start/stop feature will not work, as the vehicle will stall when stopped (causing an unsafe situation), and it cannot pass state inspection. The part is entirely unavailable from Chevy, and results in the vehicle b...

Dec 22, 2024 Fuel/propulsion System

The auxiliary transmission fuel pump system is prone to failure. This makes it so the start/stop feature will not work, as the vehicle will stall when stopped (causing an unsafe situation), and it cannot pass state inspection. The part is entirely unavailable from Chevy, and results in the vehicle b...

Dec 22, 2024 Power Train

The auxiliary transmission fuel pump system is prone to failure. This makes it so the start/stop feature will not work, as the vehicle will stall when stopped (causing an unsafe situation), and it cannot pass state inspection. The part is entirely unavailable from Chevy, and results in the vehicle b...

Dec 8, 2024 Steering Fire

hi the power steering hose failed and caused a fire and total loss

Dec 8, 2024 Steering Fire

hi the power steering hose failed and caused a fire and total loss

Apr 4, 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 187,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that upon a vehicle inspection performed by an independent mechanic, it was discovered that the brake line and the fuel line were severely corroded. Upon further inspection, the contact stated that the brake lines had blown out. Th...

Apr 4, 2024 Fuel System, Gasoline 187,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that upon a vehicle inspection performed by an independent mechanic, it was discovered that the brake line and the fuel line were severely corroded. Upon further inspection, the contact stated that the brake lines had blown out. Th...

Apr 4, 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 187,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that upon a vehicle inspection performed by an independent mechanic, it was discovered that the brake line and the fuel line were severely corroded. Upon further inspection, the contact stated that the brake lines had blown out. Th...

Apr 4, 2024 Fuel System, Gasoline 187,000 mi

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that upon a vehicle inspection performed by an independent mechanic, it was discovered that the brake line and the fuel line were severely corroded. Upon further inspection, the contact stated that the brake lines had blown out. Th...

Jan 12, 2024 Electrical System Fire

A LITTLE WHILD AFTER TURNING THE TRUCK OFF I NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM INSIDE THE TRUCK. AFTER PUTTING OUT THE FIRE, I INSPECTED THE WIRES TO FIND THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR HAD SHORTED OUT AND CAUGHT FIRE. I HAVE HAD A SIMILIAR ISSUE WITH MY 2003 AS WELL BUT WAS ABLE TO CATCH THE ISSUE BEFORE ANY FIRE B...

Jan 12, 2024 Electrical System Fire

A LITTLE WHILD AFTER TURNING THE TRUCK OFF I NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM INSIDE THE TRUCK. AFTER PUTTING OUT THE FIRE, I INSPECTED THE WIRES TO FIND THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR HAD SHORTED OUT AND CAUGHT FIRE. I HAVE HAD A SIMILIAR ISSUE WITH MY 2003 AS WELL BUT WAS ABLE TO CATCH THE ISSUE BEFORE ANY FIRE B...

Sep 9, 2023 Engine

Service Engine Soon light came on while driving. Code P0327 - Knock Sensor 1, Circuit Low Input (Bank 1) shown on code reader. Took vehicle to local service station and had both knock sensors and wiring harness replaced. Mechanic said that the rear knock sensor was corroded due to water getting t...

Sep 9, 2023 Engine

Service Engine Soon light came on while driving. Code P0327 - Knock Sensor 1, Circuit Low Input (Bank 1) shown on code reader. Took vehicle to local service station and had both knock sensors and wiring harness replaced. Mechanic said that the rear knock sensor was corroded due to water getting t...

Sep 27, 2021 Air Bags

My air bag singnol is on

Sep 27, 2021 Air Bags

My air bag singnol is on

Sep 24, 2021 Structure

The Frame has excessive rust especially the crossmembers that are in-between the two main lateral frame beams. In this vehicle they have rotted all the way through and there is nothing left of them and they look like swiss cheese. This particular vehicle also has only 130,000 miles on it which I per...

Sep 24, 2021 Structure

The Frame has excessive rust especially the crossmembers that are in-between the two main lateral frame beams. In this vehicle they have rotted all the way through and there is nothing left of them and they look like swiss cheese. This particular vehicle also has only 130,000 miles on it which I per...

Mar 9, 2021 Engine 48,000 mi

EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS BROKE OFF AND IS NOW LEAKING EXHAUST FUMES IN SIDE THE TRUCK ALSO EMISSIONS IS EFFECTED FOR OSHA OR EMISSION TEST THIS IS A PROBLEM OF SAFETY I HAVE SEEN ALOT OF PEOPLE WITH SAME PROBLEM AND YET NO RECALL ,IT IS A PROBLEM IN ALL PHASES OF OPERATION OF THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 49,00...

Mar 9, 2021 Power Train 48,000 mi

EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS BROKE OFF AND IS NOW LEAKING EXHAUST FUMES IN SIDE THE TRUCK ALSO EMISSIONS IS EFFECTED FOR OSHA OR EMISSION TEST THIS IS A PROBLEM OF SAFETY I HAVE SEEN ALOT OF PEOPLE WITH SAME PROBLEM AND YET NO RECALL ,IT IS A PROBLEM IN ALL PHASES OF OPERATION OF THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 49,00...

Mar 9, 2021 Unknown Or Other 48,000 mi

EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS BROKE OFF AND IS NOW LEAKING EXHAUST FUMES IN SIDE THE TRUCK ALSO EMISSIONS IS EFFECTED FOR OSHA OR EMISSION TEST THIS IS A PROBLEM OF SAFETY I HAVE SEEN ALOT OF PEOPLE WITH SAME PROBLEM AND YET NO RECALL ,IT IS A PROBLEM IN ALL PHASES OF OPERATION OF THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 49,00...

Mar 9, 2021 Engine 48,000 mi

EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS BROKE OFF AND IS NOW LEAKING EXHAUST FUMES IN SIDE THE TRUCK ALSO EMISSIONS IS EFFECTED FOR OSHA OR EMISSION TEST THIS IS A PROBLEM OF SAFETY I HAVE SEEN ALOT OF PEOPLE WITH SAME PROBLEM AND YET NO RECALL ,IT IS A PROBLEM IN ALL PHASES OF OPERATION OF THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 49,00...

Mar 9, 2021 Power Train 48,000 mi

EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS BROKE OFF AND IS NOW LEAKING EXHAUST FUMES IN SIDE THE TRUCK ALSO EMISSIONS IS EFFECTED FOR OSHA OR EMISSION TEST THIS IS A PROBLEM OF SAFETY I HAVE SEEN ALOT OF PEOPLE WITH SAME PROBLEM AND YET NO RECALL ,IT IS A PROBLEM IN ALL PHASES OF OPERATION OF THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 49,00...

Mar 9, 2021 Unknown Or Other 48,000 mi

EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS BROKE OFF AND IS NOW LEAKING EXHAUST FUMES IN SIDE THE TRUCK ALSO EMISSIONS IS EFFECTED FOR OSHA OR EMISSION TEST THIS IS A PROBLEM OF SAFETY I HAVE SEEN ALOT OF PEOPLE WITH SAME PROBLEM AND YET NO RECALL ,IT IS A PROBLEM IN ALL PHASES OF OPERATION OF THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 49,00...

Dec 26, 2020 Service Brakes 175,000 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ON THE GAUGES ALL TURN OFF MAKING IT HARD TO SEE THE SPEED LIMITS. BRAKES SOUND AS IF GRINDING BUT CANT TELL IF ITS BRAKES OR DIFFERENTIAL AND U JOINTS. NOISE GETS LOUDER IN THE CABIN OF THE TRUCK AS I DRIVE ON THE ROAD. 3. SIGNAL LIGHTS TURN ON BRIGHT WHILE ON LEFT HAND TURN ...

Dec 26, 2020 Electrical System 175,000 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ON THE GAUGES ALL TURN OFF MAKING IT HARD TO SEE THE SPEED LIMITS. BRAKES SOUND AS IF GRINDING BUT CANT TELL IF ITS BRAKES OR DIFFERENTIAL AND U JOINTS. NOISE GETS LOUDER IN THE CABIN OF THE TRUCK AS I DRIVE ON THE ROAD. 3. SIGNAL LIGHTS TURN ON BRIGHT WHILE ON LEFT HAND TURN ...

Dec 26, 2020 Exterior Lighting 175,000 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ON THE GAUGES ALL TURN OFF MAKING IT HARD TO SEE THE SPEED LIMITS. BRAKES SOUND AS IF GRINDING BUT CANT TELL IF ITS BRAKES OR DIFFERENTIAL AND U JOINTS. NOISE GETS LOUDER IN THE CABIN OF THE TRUCK AS I DRIVE ON THE ROAD. 3. SIGNAL LIGHTS TURN ON BRIGHT WHILE ON LEFT HAND TURN ...

Dec 26, 2020 Service Brakes 175,000 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ON THE GAUGES ALL TURN OFF MAKING IT HARD TO SEE THE SPEED LIMITS. BRAKES SOUND AS IF GRINDING BUT CANT TELL IF ITS BRAKES OR DIFFERENTIAL AND U JOINTS. NOISE GETS LOUDER IN THE CABIN OF THE TRUCK AS I DRIVE ON THE ROAD. 3. SIGNAL LIGHTS TURN ON BRIGHT WHILE ON LEFT HAND TURN ...

Dec 26, 2020 Electrical System 175,000 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ON THE GAUGES ALL TURN OFF MAKING IT HARD TO SEE THE SPEED LIMITS. BRAKES SOUND AS IF GRINDING BUT CANT TELL IF ITS BRAKES OR DIFFERENTIAL AND U JOINTS. NOISE GETS LOUDER IN THE CABIN OF THE TRUCK AS I DRIVE ON THE ROAD. 3. SIGNAL LIGHTS TURN ON BRIGHT WHILE ON LEFT HAND TURN ...

Dec 26, 2020 Exterior Lighting 175,000 mi

THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ON THE GAUGES ALL TURN OFF MAKING IT HARD TO SEE THE SPEED LIMITS. BRAKES SOUND AS IF GRINDING BUT CANT TELL IF ITS BRAKES OR DIFFERENTIAL AND U JOINTS. NOISE GETS LOUDER IN THE CABIN OF THE TRUCK AS I DRIVE ON THE ROAD. 3. SIGNAL LIGHTS TURN ON BRIGHT WHILE ON LEFT HAND TURN ...

Dec 8, 2020 Electrical System

THE PASSLOCK LIGHT COMES ON AND THE TRUCK WON'T START. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS GETS BRIGHT THEN DIM. BACK AND FORTH. WHEN THE PASSLOCK COMES ON IT WILL KEEP THE TRUCK FROM STARTING FOR DAYS AT A TIME. I'M AFRAID TO DRIVE THE TRUCK ANYWHERE

Dec 8, 2020 Exterior Lighting

THE PASSLOCK LIGHT COMES ON AND THE TRUCK WON'T START. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS GETS BRIGHT THEN DIM. BACK AND FORTH. WHEN THE PASSLOCK COMES ON IT WILL KEEP THE TRUCK FROM STARTING FOR DAYS AT A TIME. I'M AFRAID TO DRIVE THE TRUCK ANYWHERE

Dec 8, 2020 Electrical System

THE PASSLOCK LIGHT COMES ON AND THE TRUCK WON'T START. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS GETS BRIGHT THEN DIM. BACK AND FORTH. WHEN THE PASSLOCK COMES ON IT WILL KEEP THE TRUCK FROM STARTING FOR DAYS AT A TIME. I'M AFRAID TO DRIVE THE TRUCK ANYWHERE

Dec 8, 2020 Exterior Lighting

THE PASSLOCK LIGHT COMES ON AND THE TRUCK WON'T START. THE INTERIOR LIGHTS GETS BRIGHT THEN DIM. BACK AND FORTH. WHEN THE PASSLOCK COMES ON IT WILL KEEP THE TRUCK FROM STARTING FOR DAYS AT A TIME. I'M AFRAID TO DRIVE THE TRUCK ANYWHERE

Sep 18, 2020 Power Train 13,100 mi

TRUCK DRIVING TRANSFER CASE GO IN NEUTRAL, THEN NEED TO PARK AND PUT THE TRANSMISSION IN PARK AND IN NEUTRAL, THEN PUSH THE 4X4 BOTTOM,THEN CHANGE TO 2WLD. MAKES A LOT NOISE.UNSAFE TO DRIVE.HAPPEN IN THE HIGHWAY.

Sep 18, 2020 Power Train 13,100 mi

TRUCK DRIVING TRANSFER CASE GO IN NEUTRAL, THEN NEED TO PARK AND PUT THE TRANSMISSION IN PARK AND IN NEUTRAL, THEN PUSH THE 4X4 BOTTOM,THEN CHANGE TO 2WLD. MAKES A LOT NOISE.UNSAFE TO DRIVE.HAPPEN IN THE HIGHWAY.

Sep 15, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 125,603 mi

DUE TO FAULTY UNDERCOATING FROM FACTORY THE BACK CROSSMEMBERS ROT AND CAUSE SHOCKS TO BECOME DISPLACED AND GAS TANK TO UNSECURED ALONG WITH REAR SHAKELS TO GO THREW THE BOTTOM OF TRUCK BED.... WILL COST OVER $2500 FOR REPAIRS

Sep 15, 2020 Suspension 125,603 mi

DUE TO FAULTY UNDERCOATING FROM FACTORY THE BACK CROSSMEMBERS ROT AND CAUSE SHOCKS TO BECOME DISPLACED AND GAS TANK TO UNSECURED ALONG WITH REAR SHAKELS TO GO THREW THE BOTTOM OF TRUCK BED.... WILL COST OVER $2500 FOR REPAIRS

Sep 15, 2020 Wheels 125,603 mi

DUE TO FAULTY UNDERCOATING FROM FACTORY THE BACK CROSSMEMBERS ROT AND CAUSE SHOCKS TO BECOME DISPLACED AND GAS TANK TO UNSECURED ALONG WITH REAR SHAKELS TO GO THREW THE BOTTOM OF TRUCK BED.... WILL COST OVER $2500 FOR REPAIRS

Sep 15, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 125,603 mi

DUE TO FAULTY UNDERCOATING FROM FACTORY THE BACK CROSSMEMBERS ROT AND CAUSE SHOCKS TO BECOME DISPLACED AND GAS TANK TO UNSECURED ALONG WITH REAR SHAKELS TO GO THREW THE BOTTOM OF TRUCK BED.... WILL COST OVER $2500 FOR REPAIRS

Sep 15, 2020 Suspension 125,603 mi

DUE TO FAULTY UNDERCOATING FROM FACTORY THE BACK CROSSMEMBERS ROT AND CAUSE SHOCKS TO BECOME DISPLACED AND GAS TANK TO UNSECURED ALONG WITH REAR SHAKELS TO GO THREW THE BOTTOM OF TRUCK BED.... WILL COST OVER $2500 FOR REPAIRS

Sep 15, 2020 Wheels 125,603 mi

DUE TO FAULTY UNDERCOATING FROM FACTORY THE BACK CROSSMEMBERS ROT AND CAUSE SHOCKS TO BECOME DISPLACED AND GAS TANK TO UNSECURED ALONG WITH REAR SHAKELS TO GO THREW THE BOTTOM OF TRUCK BED.... WILL COST OVER $2500 FOR REPAIRS

Aug 28, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System

THERE'S COMMON PROBLEM WITH GAS LINES AND FRAMES RUSTING OUT THE 2006 CHEVY PICKUP TRUCKS THAT IS A SAFETY PROBLEM. THE PRICE FOR THE GAS LINES ARE WAY OVER PRICED AT $318.

Aug 28, 2020 Unknown Or Other

THERE'S COMMON PROBLEM WITH GAS LINES AND FRAMES RUSTING OUT THE 2006 CHEVY PICKUP TRUCKS THAT IS A SAFETY PROBLEM. THE PRICE FOR THE GAS LINES ARE WAY OVER PRICED AT $318.

Aug 28, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System

THERE'S COMMON PROBLEM WITH GAS LINES AND FRAMES RUSTING OUT THE 2006 CHEVY PICKUP TRUCKS THAT IS A SAFETY PROBLEM. THE PRICE FOR THE GAS LINES ARE WAY OVER PRICED AT $318.

Aug 28, 2020 Unknown Or Other

THERE'S COMMON PROBLEM WITH GAS LINES AND FRAMES RUSTING OUT THE 2006 CHEVY PICKUP TRUCKS THAT IS A SAFETY PROBLEM. THE PRICE FOR THE GAS LINES ARE WAY OVER PRICED AT $318.

Mar 25, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 160,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING AND STARTED RUNNING REALLY ROUGH AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. IT SAID REDUCED ENGINE POWER TOOK IT TO A SHOP THEY SAID IT WAS SOME WIRING THEY REPLACE THE WIRING ABOUT A MONTH LATER I WAS PARKED AT HOME STARTED THE TRUCK AND IT WAS DURING THIS SAME THING ANGELITE I JUST TURNED...

Mar 25, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 160,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING AND STARTED RUNNING REALLY ROUGH AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. IT SAID REDUCED ENGINE POWER TOOK IT TO A SHOP THEY SAID IT WAS SOME WIRING THEY REPLACE THE WIRING ABOUT A MONTH LATER I WAS PARKED AT HOME STARTED THE TRUCK AND IT WAS DURING THIS SAME THING ANGELITE I JUST TURNED...

Mar 25, 2020 Exterior Lighting 160,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING AND STARTED RUNNING REALLY ROUGH AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. IT SAID REDUCED ENGINE POWER TOOK IT TO A SHOP THEY SAID IT WAS SOME WIRING THEY REPLACE THE WIRING ABOUT A MONTH LATER I WAS PARKED AT HOME STARTED THE TRUCK AND IT WAS DURING THIS SAME THING ANGELITE I JUST TURNED...

Mar 25, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 160,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING AND STARTED RUNNING REALLY ROUGH AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. IT SAID REDUCED ENGINE POWER TOOK IT TO A SHOP THEY SAID IT WAS SOME WIRING THEY REPLACE THE WIRING ABOUT A MONTH LATER I WAS PARKED AT HOME STARTED THE TRUCK AND IT WAS DURING THIS SAME THING ANGELITE I JUST TURNED...

Mar 25, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 160,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING AND STARTED RUNNING REALLY ROUGH AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. IT SAID REDUCED ENGINE POWER TOOK IT TO A SHOP THEY SAID IT WAS SOME WIRING THEY REPLACE THE WIRING ABOUT A MONTH LATER I WAS PARKED AT HOME STARTED THE TRUCK AND IT WAS DURING THIS SAME THING ANGELITE I JUST TURNED...

Mar 25, 2020 Exterior Lighting 160,000 mi

WE WERE DRIVING AND STARTED RUNNING REALLY ROUGH AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. IT SAID REDUCED ENGINE POWER TOOK IT TO A SHOP THEY SAID IT WAS SOME WIRING THEY REPLACE THE WIRING ABOUT A MONTH LATER I WAS PARKED AT HOME STARTED THE TRUCK AND IT WAS DURING THIS SAME THING ANGELITE I JUST TURNED...

Jan 15, 2020 Air Bags Crash 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE BRAKING SYSTEM HAD MALFUNCTIONED AND DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE WHEN PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A TREE. DURING THE CRASH, THE FRONT END EXPERIENCED SEVE...

Jan 15, 2020 Service Brakes Crash 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE BRAKING SYSTEM HAD MALFUNCTIONED AND DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE WHEN PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A TREE. DURING THE CRASH, THE FRONT END EXPERIENCED SEVE...

Jan 15, 2020 Air Bags Crash 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE BRAKING SYSTEM HAD MALFUNCTIONED AND DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE WHEN PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A TREE. DURING THE CRASH, THE FRONT END EXPERIENCED SEVE...

Jan 15, 2020 Service Brakes Crash 200,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE BRAKING SYSTEM HAD MALFUNCTIONED AND DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE WHEN PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A TREE. DURING THE CRASH, THE FRONT END EXPERIENCED SEVE...

Jan 6, 2020 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

AT 45,000 MI, HAD TO REPLACE ABS HUB SENSOR ASSY DUE TO FALSE ACTIVATION. I HAVE SINCE REPLACE 3 MORE ASSYS COSTING OVER $400 EACH OCCURANCE. AT 100,000 MI, HAD TO REPLACE A LEAKING BRAKE LINE WHICH HAD RUSTED THROUGH AND AT 120,000 MI LOST ALL HYD PRESSURE WHILE BRAKING TO AVOID SEVERAL DEER ENTERI...

Jan 6, 2020 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

AT 45,000 MI, HAD TO REPLACE ABS HUB SENSOR ASSY DUE TO FALSE ACTIVATION. I HAVE SINCE REPLACE 3 MORE ASSYS COSTING OVER $400 EACH OCCURANCE. AT 100,000 MI, HAD TO REPLACE A LEAKING BRAKE LINE WHICH HAD RUSTED THROUGH AND AT 120,000 MI LOST ALL HYD PRESSURE WHILE BRAKING TO AVOID SEVERAL DEER ENTERI...

Dec 19, 2019 Electrical System 95,000 mi

RANDOMLY MY TRUCK WILL GO IN ENGINE POWER REDUCED AND TOP SPEED IS 35 MPH. IT HAPPENED A COUPLE OF TIME ON THE INTERSTATE. THE CODE THAT POPS UP IS P2135 AND I LOOKED IT UP ON LINE. THE INTERNET IS FULL OF FORMS AND VIDEOS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. EVERYTHING ON THE INTERNET POINTS TO THE THROTTLE POSITIO...

Dec 19, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

RANDOMLY MY TRUCK WILL GO IN ENGINE POWER REDUCED AND TOP SPEED IS 35 MPH. IT HAPPENED A COUPLE OF TIME ON THE INTERSTATE. THE CODE THAT POPS UP IS P2135 AND I LOOKED IT UP ON LINE. THE INTERNET IS FULL OF FORMS AND VIDEOS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. EVERYTHING ON THE INTERNET POINTS TO THE THROTTLE POSITIO...

Dec 19, 2019 Electrical System 95,000 mi

RANDOMLY MY TRUCK WILL GO IN ENGINE POWER REDUCED AND TOP SPEED IS 35 MPH. IT HAPPENED A COUPLE OF TIME ON THE INTERSTATE. THE CODE THAT POPS UP IS P2135 AND I LOOKED IT UP ON LINE. THE INTERNET IS FULL OF FORMS AND VIDEOS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. EVERYTHING ON THE INTERNET POINTS TO THE THROTTLE POSITIO...

Dec 19, 2019 Vehicle Speed Control 95,000 mi

RANDOMLY MY TRUCK WILL GO IN ENGINE POWER REDUCED AND TOP SPEED IS 35 MPH. IT HAPPENED A COUPLE OF TIME ON THE INTERSTATE. THE CODE THAT POPS UP IS P2135 AND I LOOKED IT UP ON LINE. THE INTERNET IS FULL OF FORMS AND VIDEOS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. EVERYTHING ON THE INTERNET POINTS TO THE THROTTLE POSITIO...

Dec 1, 2019 Service Brakes 200,000 mi

BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO FLOOR WITHOUT WARNING AT LOW SPEED.

Dec 1, 2019 Service Brakes 254,000 mi

BRAKE LINES HAVE ROTTED OUT AND NEED TO BE REPLACED

Dec 1, 2019 Service Brakes 200,000 mi

BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO FLOOR WITHOUT WARNING AT LOW SPEED.

Dec 1, 2019 Service Brakes 254,000 mi

BRAKE LINES HAVE ROTTED OUT AND NEED TO BE REPLACED

Aug 30, 2019 Structure 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS RUSTED. IN ADDITION, THE BRAKE AND STEERING WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPE COD CARZ (153 CORPORATION ST, HYANNIS, MA 02601, (508) 778-2279) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT T...

Aug 30, 2019 Structure 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS RUSTED. IN ADDITION, THE BRAKE AND STEERING WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPE COD CARZ (153 CORPORATION ST, HYANNIS, MA 02601, (508) 778-2279) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT T...

Aug 27, 2019 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 212,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME, BODY, AND BRAKE LINES WERE ALL RUSTED OUT. BEST CHEVROLET (128 DERBY ST, HINGHAM, MA 02043, (781) 347-1886) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN CONTACTED. THE FAILURE...

Aug 27, 2019 Structure 212,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME, BODY, AND BRAKE LINES WERE ALL RUSTED OUT. BEST CHEVROLET (128 DERBY ST, HINGHAM, MA 02043, (781) 347-1886) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN CONTACTED. THE FAILURE...

Aug 27, 2019 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 212,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME, BODY, AND BRAKE LINES WERE ALL RUSTED OUT. BEST CHEVROLET (128 DERBY ST, HINGHAM, MA 02043, (781) 347-1886) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN CONTACTED. THE FAILURE...

Aug 27, 2019 Structure 212,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME, BODY, AND BRAKE LINES WERE ALL RUSTED OUT. BEST CHEVROLET (128 DERBY ST, HINGHAM, MA 02043, (781) 347-1886) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN CONTACTED. THE FAILURE...

Jul 2, 2019 Air Bags 134,167 mi

IN LATE FEBRUARY 2019, I ACQUIRED A TRUCK FROM A USED DEALERSHIP THAT I HAVE DONE BUSINESS WITH BEFORE. UPON OBTAINING THIS VEHICLE I STARTED HAVING ISSUES RIGHT AWAY. FIRST ISSUE I ENCOUNTERED, I WAS DRIVING BACK TO KANSAS CITY FROM LEBANON,MO AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY BRAKES WENT OUT AND MY STEERIN...

Jul 2, 2019 Electrical System 134,167 mi

IN LATE FEBRUARY 2019, I ACQUIRED A TRUCK FROM A USED DEALERSHIP THAT I HAVE DONE BUSINESS WITH BEFORE. UPON OBTAINING THIS VEHICLE I STARTED HAVING ISSUES RIGHT AWAY. FIRST ISSUE I ENCOUNTERED, I WAS DRIVING BACK TO KANSAS CITY FROM LEBANON,MO AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY BRAKES WENT OUT AND MY STEERIN...

Jul 2, 2019 Unknown Or Other 134,167 mi

IN LATE FEBRUARY 2019, I ACQUIRED A TRUCK FROM A USED DEALERSHIP THAT I HAVE DONE BUSINESS WITH BEFORE. UPON OBTAINING THIS VEHICLE I STARTED HAVING ISSUES RIGHT AWAY. FIRST ISSUE I ENCOUNTERED, I WAS DRIVING BACK TO KANSAS CITY FROM LEBANON,MO AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY BRAKES WENT OUT AND MY STEERIN...

Jul 2, 2019 Air Bags 134,167 mi

IN LATE FEBRUARY 2019, I ACQUIRED A TRUCK FROM A USED DEALERSHIP THAT I HAVE DONE BUSINESS WITH BEFORE. UPON OBTAINING THIS VEHICLE I STARTED HAVING ISSUES RIGHT AWAY. FIRST ISSUE I ENCOUNTERED, I WAS DRIVING BACK TO KANSAS CITY FROM LEBANON,MO AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY BRAKES WENT OUT AND MY STEERIN...

Jul 2, 2019 Electrical System 134,167 mi

IN LATE FEBRUARY 2019, I ACQUIRED A TRUCK FROM A USED DEALERSHIP THAT I HAVE DONE BUSINESS WITH BEFORE. UPON OBTAINING THIS VEHICLE I STARTED HAVING ISSUES RIGHT AWAY. FIRST ISSUE I ENCOUNTERED, I WAS DRIVING BACK TO KANSAS CITY FROM LEBANON,MO AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY BRAKES WENT OUT AND MY STEERIN...

Jul 2, 2019 Unknown Or Other 134,167 mi

IN LATE FEBRUARY 2019, I ACQUIRED A TRUCK FROM A USED DEALERSHIP THAT I HAVE DONE BUSINESS WITH BEFORE. UPON OBTAINING THIS VEHICLE I STARTED HAVING ISSUES RIGHT AWAY. FIRST ISSUE I ENCOUNTERED, I WAS DRIVING BACK TO KANSAS CITY FROM LEBANON,MO AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY BRAKES WENT OUT AND MY STEERIN...

Jun 24, 2019 Air Bags 177,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL. THE SERVICE AIRBAG SOON LIGHT IS ON.

Jun 24, 2019 Air Bags 177,000 mi

TAKATA RECALL. THE SERVICE AIRBAG SOON LIGHT IS ON.

Jun 13, 2019 Electrical System

I PARKED MY TRUCK THE BLOWER WORKED FINE GOT IN IT 2 HOURS LATTER AND IT DID NOT WORK.THE WIRES TO MY BLOWER MELTED AND HOT ALMOST STARTED A FIRE IN MY TRUCK. NO SMELL NO SIGN OF THE WIRES GETTING HOT. THE ONLY THING I NOTICED WAS THE CONTROL PANEL GOT HOT WHEN IT WAS ON SO I KEPT IT OFF. IF I HAD N...

Jun 13, 2019 Electrical System

I PARKED MY TRUCK THE BLOWER WORKED FINE GOT IN IT 2 HOURS LATTER AND IT DID NOT WORK.THE WIRES TO MY BLOWER MELTED AND HOT ALMOST STARTED A FIRE IN MY TRUCK. NO SMELL NO SIGN OF THE WIRES GETTING HOT. THE ONLY THING I NOTICED WAS THE CONTROL PANEL GOT HOT WHEN IT WAS ON SO I KEPT IT OFF. IF I HAD N...

May 24, 2019 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON A DIVIDED 4 LANE HIGHWAY AT NIGHT, SEVERAL DEER RAN IN THE PAT( OF OUR VEHICLE. I APPLIED THE BRAKES, SND THEY WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. WE SLOWED DOWN BUT WERE UNABLE TO STOP. LUCKILY THEREVWAS NO ONE BESIDE US AND WE WERE ABLE TO AVOID THE LAST DEER BY SWERVING INTO THE LEFT ...

May 24, 2019 Service Brakes 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ON A DIVIDED 4 LANE HIGHWAY AT NIGHT, SEVERAL DEER RAN IN THE PAT( OF OUR VEHICLE. I APPLIED THE BRAKES, SND THEY WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. WE SLOWED DOWN BUT WERE UNABLE TO STOP. LUCKILY THEREVWAS NO ONE BESIDE US AND WE WERE ABLE TO AVOID THE LAST DEER BY SWERVING INTO THE LEFT ...

May 6, 2019 Air Bags 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK PASSENGER AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO BILL BLACK CHEVROLET (601 E BESSEMER AVE, GREENSBORO, NC 27405, (877) 352-6596) TO SCHED...

May 6, 2019 Air Bags 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK PASSENGER AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO BILL BLACK CHEVROLET (601 E BESSEMER AVE, GREENSBORO, NC 27405, (877) 352-6596) TO SCHED...

Apr 7, 2019 Service Brakes 165,000 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY. ONE MINUTE BRAKES WORKED, BUT PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR ON SUBSEQUENT USE. INSPECTION REVEALED THIS WAS DUE TO RUST-THROUGH OF THE RIGID BRAKE LINES ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRAME

Apr 7, 2019 Service Brakes 165,000 mi

SUDDEN LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY. ONE MINUTE BRAKES WORKED, BUT PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR ON SUBSEQUENT USE. INSPECTION REVEALED THIS WAS DUE TO RUST-THROUGH OF THE RIGID BRAKE LINES ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRAME

Mar 26, 2019 Air Bags Crash 51 mi

DID NOT INFLATE DESPITE 3 GOOD "SWATS" TO THE NOSE OF THE VEHICLE. VEHICLE RUNNING GOING THRU CORNERS AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH

Mar 26, 2019 Air Bags Crash 51 mi

DID NOT INFLATE DESPITE 3 GOOD "SWATS" TO THE NOSE OF THE VEHICLE. VEHICLE RUNNING GOING THRU CORNERS AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH

Mar 15, 2019 Engine 116,000 mi

MY 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 EXTENDED CAB HAS JUST OVER 116000 MILES ON IT AND THERE IS A LOUD KNOCKING COMING FROM THE #2 LIFTER. IT ONLY DOES IT WHEN IT GETS WARM OR GIVEN GAS ON TAKE OFF.. IT DOESN'T DO IT WHEN IDLING. I KNOW 2 OTHER PEOPLE THAT HAVE THE SAME YEAR AND MODEL TRUCK WITH THE SAME IS...

Mar 15, 2019 Engine 116,000 mi

MY 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 EXTENDED CAB HAS JUST OVER 116000 MILES ON IT AND THERE IS A LOUD KNOCKING COMING FROM THE #2 LIFTER. IT ONLY DOES IT WHEN IT GETS WARM OR GIVEN GAS ON TAKE OFF.. IT DOESN'T DO IT WHEN IDLING. I KNOW 2 OTHER PEOPLE THAT HAVE THE SAME YEAR AND MODEL TRUCK WITH THE SAME IS...

Mar 2, 2019 Service Brakes 144,000 mi

YET ANOTHER FAILURE OF INADEQUATELY SPECCED BRAKE LINES. I HAVE NOW HAD TO REPLACE TWO BRAKE LINES (FROM THE BPMV TO THE FRONT-RIGHT CALIPER AND BPMV TO THE REAR-LEFT DRUM) DUE TO BLOW-OUTS ORIGINATING FROM HEAVY CORROSION - BOTH OF WHICH OCCURRED IN HEAVY-TRAFFIC SITUATIONS. ON EVERY OTHER VEHI...

Mar 2, 2019 Service Brakes 144,000 mi

YET ANOTHER FAILURE OF INADEQUATELY SPECCED BRAKE LINES. I HAVE NOW HAD TO REPLACE TWO BRAKE LINES (FROM THE BPMV TO THE FRONT-RIGHT CALIPER AND BPMV TO THE REAR-LEFT DRUM) DUE TO BLOW-OUTS ORIGINATING FROM HEAVY CORROSION - BOTH OF WHICH OCCURRED IN HEAVY-TRAFFIC SITUATIONS. ON EVERY OTHER VEHI...

Feb 19, 2019 Power Train 208,025 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE GEAR DOWNSHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT NO FAILURE COULD BE DETECTED. THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION, BUT THE FAILU...

Feb 19, 2019 Power Train 208,025 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE GEAR DOWNSHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT NO FAILURE COULD BE DETECTED. THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION, BUT THE FAILU...

Feb 9, 2019 Electrical System 199,674 mi

TAKATA RECALL THE ENGINE IS NOT GETTING ENOUGH FUEL OIL PRESSURE GAUGE IS AT 80 TRANSMISSION IS SKIPPING ELECTRIC PROBLEMS SUSPENSION FAIL

Feb 9, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 199,674 mi

TAKATA RECALL THE ENGINE IS NOT GETTING ENOUGH FUEL OIL PRESSURE GAUGE IS AT 80 TRANSMISSION IS SKIPPING ELECTRIC PROBLEMS SUSPENSION FAIL

Feb 9, 2019 Wheels 199,674 mi

TAKATA RECALL THE ENGINE IS NOT GETTING ENOUGH FUEL OIL PRESSURE GAUGE IS AT 80 TRANSMISSION IS SKIPPING ELECTRIC PROBLEMS SUSPENSION FAIL

Feb 9, 2019 Electrical System 199,674 mi

TAKATA RECALL THE ENGINE IS NOT GETTING ENOUGH FUEL OIL PRESSURE GAUGE IS AT 80 TRANSMISSION IS SKIPPING ELECTRIC PROBLEMS SUSPENSION FAIL

Feb 9, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System 199,674 mi

TAKATA RECALL THE ENGINE IS NOT GETTING ENOUGH FUEL OIL PRESSURE GAUGE IS AT 80 TRANSMISSION IS SKIPPING ELECTRIC PROBLEMS SUSPENSION FAIL

Feb 9, 2019 Wheels 199,674 mi

TAKATA RECALL THE ENGINE IS NOT GETTING ENOUGH FUEL OIL PRESSURE GAUGE IS AT 80 TRANSMISSION IS SKIPPING ELECTRIC PROBLEMS SUSPENSION FAIL

Jan 20, 2019 Electrical System 143,000 mi

THE HEATING BLOWER STOPPED WORKING FOR ABOUT 10 MIN LAST WEEK AND TODAY DIDN'T WORK AT ALL UNTIL I WIGGLED HARNESS. CAN'T KEEP IT GOING. KEEPS STOPPING UNTIL I WIGGLE WIRES AND THEN I ONLY GET A COUPLE MIN IF THAT.

Jan 20, 2019 Electrical System 143,000 mi

THE HEATING BLOWER STOPPED WORKING FOR ABOUT 10 MIN LAST WEEK AND TODAY DIDN'T WORK AT ALL UNTIL I WIGGLED HARNESS. CAN'T KEEP IT GOING. KEEPS STOPPING UNTIL I WIGGLE WIRES AND THEN I ONLY GET A COUPLE MIN IF THAT.

Oct 25, 2018 Service Brakes

REPLACED BRAKE LINES ON A REGULAR BASIS - UNDERCARRIAGE ROTTING OUT

Oct 25, 2018 Suspension

REPLACED BRAKE LINES ON A REGULAR BASIS - UNDERCARRIAGE ROTTING OUT

Oct 25, 2018 Service Brakes

REPLACED BRAKE LINES ON A REGULAR BASIS - UNDERCARRIAGE ROTTING OUT

Oct 25, 2018 Suspension

REPLACED BRAKE LINES ON A REGULAR BASIS - UNDERCARRIAGE ROTTING OUT

Aug 31, 2018 Service Brakes 117,000 mi

EXPERIENCING UNWANTED ABS ACTIVATION ON FRONT BRAKES AT LOW SPEED. BELOW 10 MPH. CAUSING INCREASE STOPPING DISTANCE DURING LOW SPEED APPLICATIONS. HAPPENS CONSTANTLY. I HAVE HEARD OF A SIMILAR ABS RECALL ON EARLY MODEL SILVERADO TRUCKS. RECALL N050068.

Aug 31, 2018 Service Brakes 117,000 mi

EXPERIENCING UNWANTED ABS ACTIVATION ON FRONT BRAKES AT LOW SPEED. BELOW 10 MPH. CAUSING INCREASE STOPPING DISTANCE DURING LOW SPEED APPLICATIONS. HAPPENS CONSTANTLY. I HAVE HEARD OF A SIMILAR ABS RECALL ON EARLY MODEL SILVERADO TRUCKS. RECALL N050068.

Jun 10, 2018 Electrical System 112,000 mi

MY BLOWER MOTOR WIRING HARNESS AT THE RESISTOR LIGHTLY CAUGHT ON FIRE TODAY. I WAS DIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THE FAN ON FULL BLAST. NO ONE WAS HURT AND I MANAGED TO STOP AND TURN OFF THE TRUCK INFO TIME TO STOP FURTHER DAMAGE. THE RESISTOR WAS EXTREMELY HOT YOU THE TOUCH AFTER. THIS IS A COMMON PRO...

Jun 10, 2018 Electrical System 112,000 mi

MY BLOWER MOTOR WIRING HARNESS AT THE RESISTOR LIGHTLY CAUGHT ON FIRE TODAY. I WAS DIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THE FAN ON FULL BLAST. NO ONE WAS HURT AND I MANAGED TO STOP AND TURN OFF THE TRUCK INFO TIME TO STOP FURTHER DAMAGE. THE RESISTOR WAS EXTREMELY HOT YOU THE TOUCH AFTER. THIS IS A COMMON PRO...

Jun 5, 2018 Electrical System 31,000 mi

THE HEATER FAN RESISTER AND CONNECTOR HAS BURNED. RECALLED BY CHEVY BUT NOT MY VEN NUMBER

Jun 5, 2018 Electrical System 31,000 mi

THE HEATER FAN RESISTER AND CONNECTOR HAS BURNED. RECALLED BY CHEVY BUT NOT MY VEN NUMBER

May 25, 2018 Air Bags Crash

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT SWERVED TO AVOID HITTING A DEER. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND IT FLIPPED OVER AND LANDED ON ITS SIDE IN A DITCH. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A BR...

May 25, 2018 Air Bags Crash

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT SWERVED TO AVOID HITTING A DEER. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND IT FLIPPED OVER AND LANDED ON ITS SIDE IN A DITCH. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A BR...

May 13, 2018 Steering 4 mi

SOMETIMES LOOSE POWER STEERING WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL THEN WORKS AGAIN

May 13, 2018 Steering 4 mi

SOMETIMES LOOSE POWER STEERING WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL THEN WORKS AGAIN

Apr 20, 2018 Steering 145,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK, THE BRAKES MADE A SCRAPING NOISE, AND THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. WHILE THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DECELERATE AND TURN THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL DETACHED FROM...

Apr 20, 2018 Service Brakes 145,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK, THE BRAKES MADE A SCRAPING NOISE, AND THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. WHILE THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DECELERATE AND TURN THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL DETACHED FROM...

Apr 20, 2018 Wheels 145,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK, THE BRAKES MADE A SCRAPING NOISE, AND THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. WHILE THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DECELERATE AND TURN THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL DETACHED FROM...

Apr 20, 2018 Steering 145,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK, THE BRAKES MADE A SCRAPING NOISE, AND THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. WHILE THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DECELERATE AND TURN THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL DETACHED FROM...

Apr 20, 2018 Service Brakes 145,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK, THE BRAKES MADE A SCRAPING NOISE, AND THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. WHILE THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DECELERATE AND TURN THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL DETACHED FROM...

Apr 20, 2018 Wheels 145,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK, THE BRAKES MADE A SCRAPING NOISE, AND THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. WHILE THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DECELERATE AND TURN THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL DETACHED FROM...

Apr 13, 2018 Air Bags 97,000 mi

TAMARA RECALL. MY TRUCK HAS THE WARNING ON MY INSTRUMENT CLUSTER "SERVICE AIR BAG" JUST LIKE THE 2007 TO 2011 RECALL. I FEEL THAT THE 2006 SHOULD BE ON THE RECALL TOO.

Apr 13, 2018 Air Bags 97,000 mi

TAMARA RECALL. MY TRUCK HAS THE WARNING ON MY INSTRUMENT CLUSTER "SERVICE AIR BAG" JUST LIKE THE 2007 TO 2011 RECALL. I FEEL THAT THE 2006 SHOULD BE ON THE RECALL TOO.

Mar 14, 2018 Service Brakes 126,000 mi

NEPHEW BORROWED MY TRUCK. HE WAS IN MOTION AND TRIED TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN ON A CITY STREET AND REALIZED BRAKES HAD FAILED. HE WISELY CONTINUED STRAIGHT TILL IT SLOWED DOWN ENOUGH AND HE MADE A RIGHT HAND TURN ONTO A ROAD AND PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT BEHIND A HOUSING PROJECT. HE USED A SNOW B...

Mar 14, 2018 Service Brakes 126,000 mi

NEPHEW BORROWED MY TRUCK. HE WAS IN MOTION AND TRIED TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN ON A CITY STREET AND REALIZED BRAKES HAD FAILED. HE WISELY CONTINUED STRAIGHT TILL IT SLOWED DOWN ENOUGH AND HE MADE A RIGHT HAND TURN ONTO A ROAD AND PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT BEHIND A HOUSING PROJECT. HE USED A SNOW B...

Feb 27, 2018 Air Bags 289,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR FLASHED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED FOR APPROXIMATELY ONE YEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (PARADISE CHEVROLET/CADILLAC IN TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...

Feb 27, 2018 Air Bags 289,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR FLASHED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED FOR APPROXIMATELY ONE YEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (PARADISE CHEVROLET/CADILLAC IN TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...

Feb 1, 2018 Air Bags Crash 148,000 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" ON 11/04/2016 ATTEMPTING TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE, SUDDENLY VEHICLE ON MY PASSENGER SIDE BEGIN TO SIDESWIPED MY VEHICLE, MY PASSING WAS DELAY AND HINDER; ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND SIDESWIPED CONTINUALLY FORCE ME OF THE LEFT SIDE PAVEMENT ONTO THE GRAVEL ON THE LEFT AND INTO A RESIDENT DOG...

Feb 1, 2018 Service Brakes Crash 148,000 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" ON 11/04/2016 ATTEMPTING TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE, SUDDENLY VEHICLE ON MY PASSENGER SIDE BEGIN TO SIDESWIPED MY VEHICLE, MY PASSING WAS DELAY AND HINDER; ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND SIDESWIPED CONTINUALLY FORCE ME OF THE LEFT SIDE PAVEMENT ONTO THE GRAVEL ON THE LEFT AND INTO A RESIDENT DOG...

Feb 1, 2018 Air Bags Crash 148,000 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" ON 11/04/2016 ATTEMPTING TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE, SUDDENLY VEHICLE ON MY PASSENGER SIDE BEGIN TO SIDESWIPED MY VEHICLE, MY PASSING WAS DELAY AND HINDER; ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND SIDESWIPED CONTINUALLY FORCE ME OF THE LEFT SIDE PAVEMENT ONTO THE GRAVEL ON THE LEFT AND INTO A RESIDENT DOG...

Feb 1, 2018 Service Brakes Crash 148,000 mi

"TAKATA RECALL" ON 11/04/2016 ATTEMPTING TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE, SUDDENLY VEHICLE ON MY PASSENGER SIDE BEGIN TO SIDESWIPED MY VEHICLE, MY PASSING WAS DELAY AND HINDER; ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND SIDESWIPED CONTINUALLY FORCE ME OF THE LEFT SIDE PAVEMENT ONTO THE GRAVEL ON THE LEFT AND INTO A RESIDENT DOG...

Dec 4, 2017 Service Brakes Crash 85,000 mi

FAILURE OF BRAKE LINE COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKES. GOING OUT OF DRIVEWAY TURN INTO A DTE POLE TO STOP

Dec 4, 2017 Service Brakes Crash 85,000 mi

FAILURE OF BRAKE LINE COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKES. GOING OUT OF DRIVEWAY TURN INTO A DTE POLE TO STOP

Oct 17, 2017 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

ONE MORNING WHEN TRY TO GO THE WORK, I START MY TRUCK BUT SEE THE BRAKE LIGHT SHOW UP, WHEN PUSH THE BRAKE PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY DOWN, I LOOK BRAKE FLUID UNDER THE TRUCK DROOPING FLUID BY THE GAS TANK AREA. THANKS TO GOD NOT HAPPEN WHEN DRIVING AND JUST USED THE TRUCK NIGHT BEFORE, IF NOT COULD BE ...

Oct 17, 2017 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

ONE MORNING WHEN TRY TO GO THE WORK, I START MY TRUCK BUT SEE THE BRAKE LIGHT SHOW UP, WHEN PUSH THE BRAKE PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY DOWN, I LOOK BRAKE FLUID UNDER THE TRUCK DROOPING FLUID BY THE GAS TANK AREA. THANKS TO GOD NOT HAPPEN WHEN DRIVING AND JUST USED THE TRUCK NIGHT BEFORE, IF NOT COULD BE ...

Aug 21, 2017 Service Brakes 57,000 mi

BRAKE LINE COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH ON FRONT, LEFT SIDE NEAR WHEEL. INSPECTION OF LINES REVEALED SIGNIFICANT RUST ON ALL BRAKE LINES. NO BRAKING ACTION AT ALL WHEN I TRIED TO STOP, BRAKE FLUID POURED OUT AND I HAD TO USE PARKING BRAKE TO STOP VEHICLE. OCCURRED WHEN I WAS DRIVING OUT OF MY GARAGE...

Aug 21, 2017 Service Brakes 57,000 mi

BRAKE LINE COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH ON FRONT, LEFT SIDE NEAR WHEEL. INSPECTION OF LINES REVEALED SIGNIFICANT RUST ON ALL BRAKE LINES. NO BRAKING ACTION AT ALL WHEN I TRIED TO STOP, BRAKE FLUID POURED OUT AND I HAD TO USE PARKING BRAKE TO STOP VEHICLE. OCCURRED WHEN I WAS DRIVING OUT OF MY GARAGE...

Aug 6, 2017 Steering

WE HAD A RECALL IN THE PAST ON THE STEERING COLUMN RATTLING. THE DEALERSHIP REPAIRED IT AND IT HAS STARTED IT AGAIN AND IT IS WORSE THAN EVER. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS 59000. MILES ON IT. AND WE WERE TOLD BY DAVIS CHEVROLET IN LEXINGTON NC THAT IT COULD NOT BE REPAIRED AGAIN. SO I WANTED TO FIND OUT WHA...

Aug 6, 2017 Steering

WE HAD A RECALL IN THE PAST ON THE STEERING COLUMN RATTLING. THE DEALERSHIP REPAIRED IT AND IT HAS STARTED IT AGAIN AND IT IS WORSE THAN EVER. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS 59000. MILES ON IT. AND WE WERE TOLD BY DAVIS CHEVROLET IN LEXINGTON NC THAT IT COULD NOT BE REPAIRED AGAIN. SO I WANTED TO FIND OUT WHA...

Jul 26, 2017 Service Brakes 97,500 mi

DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC 3 -5 MPH BRAKE LINE BROKE, PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR. HAD TO SHIFT TO NEUTRAL AND EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP. CHEVY DEALERSHIP STATES THEY WERE AWARE OF RUSTING BRAKE LINES FAILING ON THIS MODEL. NO RECALL AT THIS TIME. $1,800.00 TO HAVE DEALERSHIP REPLACE.

Jul 26, 2017 Service Brakes 97,500 mi

DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC 3 -5 MPH BRAKE LINE BROKE, PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR. HAD TO SHIFT TO NEUTRAL AND EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP. CHEVY DEALERSHIP STATES THEY WERE AWARE OF RUSTING BRAKE LINES FAILING ON THIS MODEL. NO RECALL AT THIS TIME. $1,800.00 TO HAVE DEALERSHIP REPLACE.

Jul 25, 2017 Service Brakes 15 mi

STEEL BRAKE LINES (BRAKELINES) RUSTED THROUGH BY FRAME OF TRUCK. COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS YEAR AND MODEL. VERY DANGEROUS AS USUALLY OCCURS (AND DID IN MY CASE) WHILE DRIVING SINCE PUMPS WILL PUSH BRAKE FLUID OUT OF LEAKING RUSTED LINES WHILE DRIVING.

Jul 25, 2017 Service Brakes 15 mi

STEEL BRAKE LINES (BRAKELINES) RUSTED THROUGH BY FRAME OF TRUCK. COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS YEAR AND MODEL. VERY DANGEROUS AS USUALLY OCCURS (AND DID IN MY CASE) WHILE DRIVING SINCE PUMPS WILL PUSH BRAKE FLUID OUT OF LEAKING RUSTED LINES WHILE DRIVING.

Jul 19, 2017 Suspension 52,231 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PERFORMING REGULAR MAINTENANCE THAT HE OBSERVED CORROSION AND A HOLE ON THE CROSS MEMBERS AND CHASSIS WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STA...

Jul 19, 2017 Suspension 52,231 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PERFORMING REGULAR MAINTENANCE THAT HE OBSERVED CORROSION AND A HOLE ON THE CROSS MEMBERS AND CHASSIS WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STA...

Jul 18, 2017 Service Brakes

SEVERELY RUSTED BRAKE LINES

Jul 18, 2017 Service Brakes

SEVERELY RUSTED BRAKE LINES

Jul 13, 2017 Service Brakes 50,000 mi

WHEN BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE ABS SYSTEM IS ENGAGING AND THE VEHICLE WILL NOT STOP WHERE YOU INTENDED TO STOP. IT GOES SEVERAL FEET BEFORE STOPPING INCREASING THE RISK OF ACCIDENT BY REAR ENDING SOMEONE OR ENDING UP IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION.

Jul 13, 2017 Service Brakes 50,000 mi

WHEN BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE ABS SYSTEM IS ENGAGING AND THE VEHICLE WILL NOT STOP WHERE YOU INTENDED TO STOP. IT GOES SEVERAL FEET BEFORE STOPPING INCREASING THE RISK OF ACCIDENT BY REAR ENDING SOMEONE OR ENDING UP IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION.

Jul 6, 2017 Electrical System Fire 94,656 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE ENGINE, FLAMES APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BAYSIDE CHEVROLET IN PRINCE FREDERICK, MD (PHONE: (410) 525-1500) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HYBRID MODULE OVERHEATED AND CAUSED THE WIRES TO BURN....

Jul 6, 2017 Electrical System Fire 94,656 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE ENGINE, FLAMES APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BAYSIDE CHEVROLET IN PRINCE FREDERICK, MD (PHONE: (410) 525-1500) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HYBRID MODULE OVERHEATED AND CAUSED THE WIRES TO BURN....

Jul 4, 2017 Structure 140,000 mi

FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS EXCESSIVE RUSTING TO THE POINT OF FAILURE. LEAF SPRING SHACKLE FAILED LAST YEAR, CAUSING LEAF SPRING TO PUT A HOLE IN TRUCK BED WHILE DRIVING. BRAKES LINES RUSTED TO FAILURE LAST WEEK AND CAUSED NEAR BRAKE LOSS WHILE OPERATING. HAD TO USE E-BRAKE TO AVOID HITTING MY ...

Jul 4, 2017 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS EXCESSIVE RUSTING TO THE POINT OF FAILURE. LEAF SPRING SHACKLE FAILED LAST YEAR, CAUSING LEAF SPRING TO PUT A HOLE IN TRUCK BED WHILE DRIVING. BRAKES LINES RUSTED TO FAILURE LAST WEEK AND CAUSED NEAR BRAKE LOSS WHILE OPERATING. HAD TO USE E-BRAKE TO AVOID HITTING MY ...

Jul 4, 2017 Structure 140,000 mi

FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS EXCESSIVE RUSTING TO THE POINT OF FAILURE. LEAF SPRING SHACKLE FAILED LAST YEAR, CAUSING LEAF SPRING TO PUT A HOLE IN TRUCK BED WHILE DRIVING. BRAKES LINES RUSTED TO FAILURE LAST WEEK AND CAUSED NEAR BRAKE LOSS WHILE OPERATING. HAD TO USE E-BRAKE TO AVOID HITTING MY ...

Jul 4, 2017 Service Brakes 140,000 mi

FRAME AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS EXCESSIVE RUSTING TO THE POINT OF FAILURE. LEAF SPRING SHACKLE FAILED LAST YEAR, CAUSING LEAF SPRING TO PUT A HOLE IN TRUCK BED WHILE DRIVING. BRAKES LINES RUSTED TO FAILURE LAST WEEK AND CAUSED NEAR BRAKE LOSS WHILE OPERATING. HAD TO USE E-BRAKE TO AVOID HITTING MY ...

Jun 21, 2017 Service Brakes 103,000 mi

DRIVING MY CHEVY SILVERADO DOWN THE ROAD. HIT THE BRAKES FOR A DEER AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD. FLUID WAS ALL OVER THE ENGINE AND ON THE ROAD. FOUND THAT THE METAL BRAKE LINE BLEW OUT. TALKED TO 3 COMPANIES ABOUT REPAIRS. ALL THE LINES ARE RO...

Jun 21, 2017 Service Brakes 103,000 mi

DRIVING MY CHEVY SILVERADO DOWN THE ROAD. HIT THE BRAKES FOR A DEER AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD. FLUID WAS ALL OVER THE ENGINE AND ON THE ROAD. FOUND THAT THE METAL BRAKE LINE BLEW OUT. TALKED TO 3 COMPANIES ABOUT REPAIRS. ALL THE LINES ARE RO...

Jun 18, 2017 Electrical System 125,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING OR SITTING STILL HEADLIGHTS GO OFF FROM SECONDS TO MINUTES THEN GO ON OR UNTIL I PUSH THE DIMMER SWITCH SIDEWAYS NOT UP AND DOWN,THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND CLOCK GO OFF FROM SECONDS OR UNTIL I PUSH THE DIMMER LIGHT SWITCH SIDEWAYS NOT UP AND DOWN,THE ENGINE SUDDENLY QUITS WHETHER SITTING...

Jun 18, 2017 Engine 125,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING OR SITTING STILL HEADLIGHTS GO OFF FROM SECONDS TO MINUTES THEN GO ON OR UNTIL I PUSH THE DIMMER SWITCH SIDEWAYS NOT UP AND DOWN,THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND CLOCK GO OFF FROM SECONDS OR UNTIL I PUSH THE DIMMER LIGHT SWITCH SIDEWAYS NOT UP AND DOWN,THE ENGINE SUDDENLY QUITS WHETHER SITTING...

Jun 18, 2017 Exterior Lighting 125,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING OR SITTING STILL HEADLIGHTS GO OFF FROM SECONDS TO MINUTES THEN GO ON OR UNTIL I PUSH THE DIMMER SWITCH SIDEWAYS NOT UP AND DOWN,THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND CLOCK GO OFF FROM SECONDS OR UNTIL I PUSH THE DIMMER LIGHT SWITCH SIDEWAYS NOT UP AND DOWN,THE ENGINE SUDDENLY QUITS WHETHER SITTING...

Jun 18, 2017 Electrical System 125,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING OR SITTING STILL HEADLIGHTS GO OFF FROM SECONDS TO MINUTES THEN GO ON OR UNTIL I PUSH THE DIMMER SWITCH SIDEWAYS NOT UP AND DOWN,THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND CLOCK GO OFF FROM SECONDS OR UNTIL I PUSH THE DIMMER LIGHT SWITCH SIDEWAYS NOT UP AND DOWN,THE ENGINE SUDDENLY QUITS WHETHER SITTING...

Jun 18, 2017 Engine 125,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING OR SITTING STILL HEADLIGHTS GO OFF FROM SECONDS TO MINUTES THEN GO ON OR UNTIL I PUSH THE DIMMER SWITCH SIDEWAYS NOT UP AND DOWN,THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND CLOCK GO OFF FROM SECONDS OR UNTIL I PUSH THE DIMMER LIGHT SWITCH SIDEWAYS NOT UP AND DOWN,THE ENGINE SUDDENLY QUITS WHETHER SITTING...

Jun 18, 2017 Exterior Lighting 125,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING OR SITTING STILL HEADLIGHTS GO OFF FROM SECONDS TO MINUTES THEN GO ON OR UNTIL I PUSH THE DIMMER SWITCH SIDEWAYS NOT UP AND DOWN,THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND CLOCK GO OFF FROM SECONDS OR UNTIL I PUSH THE DIMMER LIGHT SWITCH SIDEWAYS NOT UP AND DOWN,THE ENGINE SUDDENLY QUITS WHETHER SITTING...

May 19, 2017 Service Brakes 180,000 mi

MOVING BOAT IN MY YARD WHEN BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, USED EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP. BRAKE LINE TO LEFT FRONT WAS COMPLETELY SPLIT OPEN . LINE IS SEVERELY RUSTED IN SPOTS.

May 19, 2017 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

AT 45,000 MI. ABS BEGAN ACTIVATING, AT SLOW SPEED, WHEN STOPPING. ABS LIGHT WAS NOT LITE AND BRAKES WERE EFFECTIVE. BASED ON THE C0040 DIAGNOSTIC CODE, REPLACED RT FRONT HUB/ABS SENSOR ASSY. AT A COST OF $400. EVENTUALLY, ALL HUB SENSORS BEGAN GIVING FALSE INDICATIONS. WAS TOLD BY DEALER IT WAS AT...

May 19, 2017 Service Brakes 180,000 mi

MOVING BOAT IN MY YARD WHEN BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, USED EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP. BRAKE LINE TO LEFT FRONT WAS COMPLETELY SPLIT OPEN . LINE IS SEVERELY RUSTED IN SPOTS.

May 19, 2017 Service Brakes 45,000 mi

AT 45,000 MI. ABS BEGAN ACTIVATING, AT SLOW SPEED, WHEN STOPPING. ABS LIGHT WAS NOT LITE AND BRAKES WERE EFFECTIVE. BASED ON THE C0040 DIAGNOSTIC CODE, REPLACED RT FRONT HUB/ABS SENSOR ASSY. AT A COST OF $400. EVENTUALLY, ALL HUB SENSORS BEGAN GIVING FALSE INDICATIONS. WAS TOLD BY DEALER IT WAS AT...

Apr 20, 2017 Electrical System 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST ENGINE POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT IT NEEDED TO BE COMPLETELY REPROGRAMMED AND THE IGNITION CONTROL MODULE HARNESS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. TH...

Apr 20, 2017 Engine 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST ENGINE POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT IT NEEDED TO BE COMPLETELY REPROGRAMMED AND THE IGNITION CONTROL MODULE HARNESS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. TH...

Apr 20, 2017 Electrical System 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST ENGINE POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT IT NEEDED TO BE COMPLETELY REPROGRAMMED AND THE IGNITION CONTROL MODULE HARNESS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. TH...

Apr 20, 2017 Engine 118,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST ENGINE POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT IT NEEDED TO BE COMPLETELY REPROGRAMMED AND THE IGNITION CONTROL MODULE HARNESS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. TH...

Jan 27, 2017 Service Brakes 28,434 mi

LOSS OF BREAKS,RUSTED OUT BREAKLINES.PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR,NO BREAKS AT ALL! (SOMEONES GOING TO DIE)

Jan 27, 2017 Service Brakes 28,434 mi

LOSS OF BREAKS,RUSTED OUT BREAKLINES.PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR,NO BREAKS AT ALL! (SOMEONES GOING TO DIE)

Dec 14, 2016 Service Brakes 165,000 mi

BRAKE LINES ROTTED/RUSTED OUT ,FRONT TO BACK. FLUID LEAKED OUT EVERYWHERE. HAD TO DRIVE TEN MILES PER HOUR ,BUT MADE IT HOME FROM WORK SAFELY! ($950 REPAIR BILL). THANK YOU GENERAL MOTORS. MY NEXT TRUCK WILL BE A FORD. *TR

Dec 14, 2016 Service Brakes 165,000 mi

BRAKE LINES ROTTED/RUSTED OUT ,FRONT TO BACK. FLUID LEAKED OUT EVERYWHERE. HAD TO DRIVE TEN MILES PER HOUR ,BUT MADE IT HOME FROM WORK SAFELY! ($950 REPAIR BILL). THANK YOU GENERAL MOTORS. MY NEXT TRUCK WILL BE A FORD. *TR

Dec 8, 2016 Service Brakes 122,000 mi

WAS DRIVING VEHICLE ON US 131 IN HOLLAND MI. I WAS TRAVELING AT APPROX 50MPH WHEN I HAD TO BRAKE FOR STOPPED TRAFFIC AHEAD. VEHICLE BEGAN TO SLOW WHEN SUDDENLY BRAKE PEDAL FELL AND I LOST MUCH OF MY BRAKING. HAD TO VEER OFF TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD TO AVOID POSSIBLE COLLISION WITH STOPPED TRAFFIC...

Dec 8, 2016 Service Brakes 122,000 mi

WAS DRIVING VEHICLE ON US 131 IN HOLLAND MI. I WAS TRAVELING AT APPROX 50MPH WHEN I HAD TO BRAKE FOR STOPPED TRAFFIC AHEAD. VEHICLE BEGAN TO SLOW WHEN SUDDENLY BRAKE PEDAL FELL AND I LOST MUCH OF MY BRAKING. HAD TO VEER OFF TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD TO AVOID POSSIBLE COLLISION WITH STOPPED TRAFFIC...

Nov 29, 2016 Service Brakes 175,000 mi

THE BRAKES FAILED WHILE IN MOTION. THE CAUSE WAS THE STEEL HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE TO THE REAR WHEELS RUSTED AND BECAME TOO WEAK TO HOLD BRAKING PRESSURE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, ALL STEEL BRAKE LINES WERE VERY RUSTY.

Nov 29, 2016 Service Brakes 175,000 mi

THE BRAKES FAILED WHILE IN MOTION. THE CAUSE WAS THE STEEL HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE TO THE REAR WHEELS RUSTED AND BECAME TOO WEAK TO HOLD BRAKING PRESSURE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, ALL STEEL BRAKE LINES WERE VERY RUSTY.

Nov 26, 2016 Exterior Lighting

(PRO-YD-CS03-AM-BK_10-CL03PLEDG2JM ) HAVE THE WIRE FOR THE CORNER LEDS AND THE MAIN PROJECTOR BULBS SWAPPED, THE LEDS ARE WIRE WITH WHAT LOOKS LIKE CONDUCTOR RAPPED IN HIGH TEMP INSOLATION, AND THE PROJECTOR BULBS HAVE WHAT LOOK LIKE NORMAL BRIGHT BLUE INSOLATION THAT IS DISCOLORED ALMOST A YELLOW B...

Nov 26, 2016 Exterior Lighting

(PRO-YD-CS03-AM-BK_10-CL03PLEDG2JM ) HAVE THE WIRE FOR THE CORNER LEDS AND THE MAIN PROJECTOR BULBS SWAPPED, THE LEDS ARE WIRE WITH WHAT LOOKS LIKE CONDUCTOR RAPPED IN HIGH TEMP INSOLATION, AND THE PROJECTOR BULBS HAVE WHAT LOOK LIKE NORMAL BRIGHT BLUE INSOLATION THAT IS DISCOLORED ALMOST A YELLOW B...

Nov 7, 2016 Service Brakes 61,162 mi

BRAKE HYDRAULIC METAL PIPE FAILED TO RIGHT FRONT WHEEL, BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR. VEHICLE WAS STOPPED BY DOWNSHIFTING AND USING PARK BRAKE. THIS OCCURRED AT LOW SPEED IN CITY TRAFFIC. NO ACCIDENT OCCURRED.

Nov 7, 2016 Service Brakes 61,162 mi

BRAKE HYDRAULIC METAL PIPE FAILED TO RIGHT FRONT WHEEL, BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR. VEHICLE WAS STOPPED BY DOWNSHIFTING AND USING PARK BRAKE. THIS OCCURRED AT LOW SPEED IN CITY TRAFFIC. NO ACCIDENT OCCURRED.

Sep 27, 2016 Engine 75,000 mi

MY VEHICLE IS BURNING MORE OIL THAN NORMAL. I PURCHASED THE PICKUP ON AUG 10, 2016 AND THE DAY PRIOR THE DEALERSHIP HAD JUST DONE A FRESH OIL CHANGE. I DOUBLE CHECKED THE NEW OIL BEFORE DRIVING FROM THE LOT AND SEEN THE OIL WAS NEW AND FRESH. A MONTH AND A HALF LATER MY HUSBAND IS DRIVING HOME FROM ...

Sep 27, 2016 Engine 75,000 mi

MY VEHICLE IS BURNING MORE OIL THAN NORMAL. I PURCHASED THE PICKUP ON AUG 10, 2016 AND THE DAY PRIOR THE DEALERSHIP HAD JUST DONE A FRESH OIL CHANGE. I DOUBLE CHECKED THE NEW OIL BEFORE DRIVING FROM THE LOT AND SEEN THE OIL WAS NEW AND FRESH. A MONTH AND A HALF LATER MY HUSBAND IS DRIVING HOME FROM ...

Sep 22, 2016 Service Brakes 124,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEED THE BREAKS WERE APPLIED TO STOP FOR A RED LIGHT, THE FRONT BREAK LINE BROKE AND THE BREAKING PETAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE BREAKS WERE THEN PUMPED BUT THERE WAS NO REAL REDUCTION IN SPEED ALLOWING THE TRUCK TO TRAVEL THRU THE INTERSECTION AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED THRU...

Sep 22, 2016 Service Brakes 124,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEED THE BREAKS WERE APPLIED TO STOP FOR A RED LIGHT, THE FRONT BREAK LINE BROKE AND THE BREAKING PETAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE BREAKS WERE THEN PUMPED BUT THERE WAS NO REAL REDUCTION IN SPEED ALLOWING THE TRUCK TO TRAVEL THRU THE INTERSECTION AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED THRU...

Aug 16, 2016 Visibility 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, THE BLOWER MOTOR REMAINED ON AND THE CONTACT HAD TO CONSTANTLY DISCONNECT THE BATTERY. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE BLOWER CONTROL MOTOR PREMATURELY FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED BY T...

Aug 16, 2016 Visibility 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, THE BLOWER MOTOR REMAINED ON AND THE CONTACT HAD TO CONSTANTLY DISCONNECT THE BATTERY. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE BLOWER CONTROL MOTOR PREMATURELY FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED BY T...

Aug 9, 2016 Service Brakes 89,411 mi

THE BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR AND COMPLETELY FAILED; THROUGH THE INTERSECTION WE WENT. I WAS ABLE TO USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO SLOW AND THEN STOP THE TRUCK. SOMEHOW, WE WERE ABLE TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT. I WAS ABLE TO GET THE TRUCK THE REST OF THE WAY HOME USING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE. THE BRAKE FLUID...

Aug 9, 2016 Service Brakes 89,411 mi

THE BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR AND COMPLETELY FAILED; THROUGH THE INTERSECTION WE WENT. I WAS ABLE TO USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO SLOW AND THEN STOP THE TRUCK. SOMEHOW, WE WERE ABLE TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT. I WAS ABLE TO GET THE TRUCK THE REST OF THE WAY HOME USING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE. THE BRAKE FLUID...

Jun 28, 2016 Service Brakes 97,988 mi

ALL BRAKE LINES RUSTED OUT UNDER CAB ON DRIVERS SIDE BUSTED WHEN STOPING AT STOP SIGN

Jun 28, 2016 Service Brakes 97,988 mi

ALL BRAKE LINES RUSTED OUT UNDER CAB ON DRIVERS SIDE BUSTED WHEN STOPING AT STOP SIGN

Jun 12, 2016 Power Train 142,000 mi

TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, WHEN VEHICLE WAS NEW IT WAS SEEN FOR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS MORE THEN ONCE. SINCE I'VE OWNED IT, I'VE HAD THE TRANNY REBUILT 2 TIMES.

Jun 12, 2016 Power Train 142,000 mi

TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS, WHEN VEHICLE WAS NEW IT WAS SEEN FOR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS MORE THEN ONCE. SINCE I'VE OWNED IT, I'VE HAD THE TRANNY REBUILT 2 TIMES.

Jun 5, 2016 Service Brakes Crash 125,000 mi

WAS TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH DOWN A STATE HIGHWAY. AFTER COMING AROUND A BLIND CURVE, CAME UPON STOPPED TRAFFIC DUE TO ROAD WORK. APPLIED PRESSURE TO BRAKE PEDAL WHEN PEDAL WENT SOFT AND DEPRESSED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. AFTER RELEASING BRAKES AND PUSHING AGAIN STILL HAD NO BRAKES. HAD TO SW...

Jun 5, 2016 Service Brakes Crash 125,000 mi

WAS TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH DOWN A STATE HIGHWAY. AFTER COMING AROUND A BLIND CURVE, CAME UPON STOPPED TRAFFIC DUE TO ROAD WORK. APPLIED PRESSURE TO BRAKE PEDAL WHEN PEDAL WENT SOFT AND DEPRESSED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. AFTER RELEASING BRAKES AND PUSHING AGAIN STILL HAD NO BRAKES. HAD TO SW...

May 31, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 39,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING AN INSPECTION, THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL LINES WERE SEVERELY CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FUEL LINES WERE CONSIDERED...

May 31, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 39,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING AN INSPECTION, THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL LINES WERE SEVERELY CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FUEL LINES WERE CONSIDERED...

May 17, 2016 Service Brakes 96,000 mi

PARKED VEHICLE IN DRIVEWAY, MOVED IT ABOUT THREE FEET AND BRAKED. THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. LOOKED UNDER THE TRUCK AND FOUND A LARGE PUDDLE OF BRAKE FLUID COMING FROM A RUSTED THROUGH BRAKE LINE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION THE OTHERS WERE IN THE SAME STATE. LUCKY THIS DIDN'T HAPPEN WITH FAMILY ONBOA...

May 17, 2016 Service Brakes 96,000 mi

PARKED VEHICLE IN DRIVEWAY, MOVED IT ABOUT THREE FEET AND BRAKED. THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. LOOKED UNDER THE TRUCK AND FOUND A LARGE PUDDLE OF BRAKE FLUID COMING FROM A RUSTED THROUGH BRAKE LINE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION THE OTHERS WERE IN THE SAME STATE. LUCKY THIS DIDN'T HAPPEN WITH FAMILY ONBOA...

May 15, 2016 Service Brakes 20,000 mi

RUSTED/RUPTURED BRAKE LINE IN 2012 WHILE BRAKING AT AN INTERSECTION - SWIRVED TO MISS A VEHICLE. PULLING OUT OF DRIVEWAY IN 2016 ANOTHER LINE RUPTURED. VEHICLE UNDERCARRAGE WASHED AFTER EACH WINTER BUT EXCESSIVE RUST ON ALL PARTS AND FRAME. BOTH INCEDENTS WITH LOW MILES [20K & 30K] ON A LIGHTLY USED...

May 15, 2016 Service Brakes 20,000 mi

RUSTED/RUPTURED BRAKE LINE IN 2012 WHILE BRAKING AT AN INTERSECTION - SWIRVED TO MISS A VEHICLE. PULLING OUT OF DRIVEWAY IN 2016 ANOTHER LINE RUPTURED. VEHICLE UNDERCARRAGE WASHED AFTER EACH WINTER BUT EXCESSIVE RUST ON ALL PARTS AND FRAME. BOTH INCEDENTS WITH LOW MILES [20K & 30K] ON A LIGHTLY USED...

Apr 22, 2016 Tires 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 EQUIPPED WITH CAPITOL PRECISION TRAC II TIRES, SIZE: 265/70R17 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO REMAIN IN POSITION AND THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE THREAD ON ...

Apr 22, 2016 Tires 100,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 EQUIPPED WITH CAPITOL PRECISION TRAC II TIRES, SIZE: 265/70R17 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO REMAIN IN POSITION AND THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE THREAD ON ...

Apr 13, 2016 Service Brakes 277,000 mi

BRAKE LINES ARE RUSTING AWAY. I NOTICED A SOFT BRAKE PEDAL, ON MY WAY BACK TO ST. LOUIS FROM ATLANTA, GA. I NOTICED FLUID UNDER THE TRUCK IN MY DRIVEWAY AFTER I GOT HOME. I STARTED LOOKING AROUND THE TRUCK. THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS LOW ON FLUID. NO WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. I NOTICED FLUID UNDER THE DR...

Apr 13, 2016 Service Brakes 277,000 mi

BRAKE LINES ARE RUSTING AWAY. I NOTICED A SOFT BRAKE PEDAL, ON MY WAY BACK TO ST. LOUIS FROM ATLANTA, GA. I NOTICED FLUID UNDER THE TRUCK IN MY DRIVEWAY AFTER I GOT HOME. I STARTED LOOKING AROUND THE TRUCK. THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS LOW ON FLUID. NO WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. I NOTICED FLUID UNDER THE DR...

Mar 25, 2016 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

REAR BRAKE LINE RUSTED COMPLETELY THROUGH DURING NORMAL DRIVING OPERATION WHICH RESULTED IN A BRAKE FLUID SPILL AND REDUCED BRAKING CAPACITY OF THE VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS ON A CITY STREET TURNING ONTO A HIGHWAY WHEN THE INCIDENT HAPPENED. FURTHER INSPECTION FOUND THAT ALL BRAKE LINES ON THE VEHICLE ...

Mar 25, 2016 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

REAR BRAKE LINE RUSTED COMPLETELY THROUGH DURING NORMAL DRIVING OPERATION WHICH RESULTED IN A BRAKE FLUID SPILL AND REDUCED BRAKING CAPACITY OF THE VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS ON A CITY STREET TURNING ONTO A HIGHWAY WHEN THE INCIDENT HAPPENED. FURTHER INSPECTION FOUND THAT ALL BRAKE LINES ON THE VEHICLE ...

Feb 26, 2016 Service Brakes 74,340 mi

BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR ON RURAL ROAD. ABLE TO STOP BY DOWNSHIFTING AND RUNNING OFF ROAD. BRAKE LINES HAD ROTTED OUT. DURING THIS REPAIR IT WAS FOUND THAT GAS LINE HAD ALSO ROTTED AND WAS LEAKING. TOTAL COST OF REPAIRS, NEARLY $2,000.00

Feb 26, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 74,340 mi

BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR ON RURAL ROAD. ABLE TO STOP BY DOWNSHIFTING AND RUNNING OFF ROAD. BRAKE LINES HAD ROTTED OUT. DURING THIS REPAIR IT WAS FOUND THAT GAS LINE HAD ALSO ROTTED AND WAS LEAKING. TOTAL COST OF REPAIRS, NEARLY $2,000.00

Feb 26, 2016 Service Brakes 74,340 mi

BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR ON RURAL ROAD. ABLE TO STOP BY DOWNSHIFTING AND RUNNING OFF ROAD. BRAKE LINES HAD ROTTED OUT. DURING THIS REPAIR IT WAS FOUND THAT GAS LINE HAD ALSO ROTTED AND WAS LEAKING. TOTAL COST OF REPAIRS, NEARLY $2,000.00

Feb 26, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System 74,340 mi

BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR ON RURAL ROAD. ABLE TO STOP BY DOWNSHIFTING AND RUNNING OFF ROAD. BRAKE LINES HAD ROTTED OUT. DURING THIS REPAIR IT WAS FOUND THAT GAS LINE HAD ALSO ROTTED AND WAS LEAKING. TOTAL COST OF REPAIRS, NEARLY $2,000.00

Jan 30, 2016 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

DRIVING TO WORK TODAY THE METAL BRAKE LINE UNDER THE DRIVER DOOR BURST LEAVING ME WITH VERY LITTLE STOPPING POWER. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS LINE HAS FAILED.

Jan 30, 2016 Service Brakes 120,000 mi

DRIVING TO WORK TODAY THE METAL BRAKE LINE UNDER THE DRIVER DOOR BURST LEAVING ME WITH VERY LITTLE STOPPING POWER. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS LINE HAS FAILED.

Jan 19, 2016 Service Brakes 123,000 mi

AS I COME TO A STOP, THE BRAKE PEDAL PULSATES FROM ABS ACTIVATION INCREASING BRAKING TIME AND DISTANCE. THE GROUND IS DRY WHILE THIS HAPPENS. AFTER A WHILE THE AND LIGHT COMES ON. WAS TOLD BY A DEALER MECHANIC IT WAS A BAD ABS SENSOR AND TO REPLACE HUB. I DID AND NOW, TWO YEARS LATER, IT IS HAPPENIN...

Jan 19, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 123,000 mi

AS I COME TO A STOP, THE BRAKE PEDAL PULSATES FROM ABS ACTIVATION INCREASING BRAKING TIME AND DISTANCE. THE GROUND IS DRY WHILE THIS HAPPENS. AFTER A WHILE THE AND LIGHT COMES ON. WAS TOLD BY A DEALER MECHANIC IT WAS A BAD ABS SENSOR AND TO REPLACE HUB. I DID AND NOW, TWO YEARS LATER, IT IS HAPPENIN...

Jan 19, 2016 Wheels 123,000 mi

AS I COME TO A STOP, THE BRAKE PEDAL PULSATES FROM ABS ACTIVATION INCREASING BRAKING TIME AND DISTANCE. THE GROUND IS DRY WHILE THIS HAPPENS. AFTER A WHILE THE AND LIGHT COMES ON. WAS TOLD BY A DEALER MECHANIC IT WAS A BAD ABS SENSOR AND TO REPLACE HUB. I DID AND NOW, TWO YEARS LATER, IT IS HAPPENIN...

Jan 19, 2016 Service Brakes 123,000 mi

AS I COME TO A STOP, THE BRAKE PEDAL PULSATES FROM ABS ACTIVATION INCREASING BRAKING TIME AND DISTANCE. THE GROUND IS DRY WHILE THIS HAPPENS. AFTER A WHILE THE AND LIGHT COMES ON. WAS TOLD BY A DEALER MECHANIC IT WAS A BAD ABS SENSOR AND TO REPLACE HUB. I DID AND NOW, TWO YEARS LATER, IT IS HAPPENIN...

Jan 19, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 123,000 mi

AS I COME TO A STOP, THE BRAKE PEDAL PULSATES FROM ABS ACTIVATION INCREASING BRAKING TIME AND DISTANCE. THE GROUND IS DRY WHILE THIS HAPPENS. AFTER A WHILE THE AND LIGHT COMES ON. WAS TOLD BY A DEALER MECHANIC IT WAS A BAD ABS SENSOR AND TO REPLACE HUB. I DID AND NOW, TWO YEARS LATER, IT IS HAPPENIN...

Jan 19, 2016 Wheels 123,000 mi

AS I COME TO A STOP, THE BRAKE PEDAL PULSATES FROM ABS ACTIVATION INCREASING BRAKING TIME AND DISTANCE. THE GROUND IS DRY WHILE THIS HAPPENS. AFTER A WHILE THE AND LIGHT COMES ON. WAS TOLD BY A DEALER MECHANIC IT WAS A BAD ABS SENSOR AND TO REPLACE HUB. I DID AND NOW, TWO YEARS LATER, IT IS HAPPENIN...

Jan 7, 2016 Wheels 104,649 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE WHEEL AREA. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HUB ASSEMBLY FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Jan 7, 2016 Wheels 104,649 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE WHEEL AREA. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HUB ASSEMBLY FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS...

Dec 28, 2015 Seats 105,647 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. AS SOON AS THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE DRIVER'S SEAT HEATED UP AUTOMATICALLY. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, THE SEAT HEATER ACTIVATED ON HIGH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED ON FOR THE PAST TWO WEEKS. THE F...

Dec 28, 2015 Air Bags 105,647 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. AS SOON AS THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE DRIVER'S SEAT HEATED UP AUTOMATICALLY. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, THE SEAT HEATER ACTIVATED ON HIGH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED ON FOR THE PAST TWO WEEKS. THE F...

Dec 28, 2015 Seats 105,647 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. AS SOON AS THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE DRIVER'S SEAT HEATED UP AUTOMATICALLY. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, THE SEAT HEATER ACTIVATED ON HIGH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED ON FOR THE PAST TWO WEEKS. THE F...

Dec 28, 2015 Air Bags 105,647 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. AS SOON AS THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE DRIVER'S SEAT HEATED UP AUTOMATICALLY. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF, THE SEAT HEATER ACTIVATED ON HIGH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED ON FOR THE PAST TWO WEEKS. THE F...

Dec 2, 2015 Electrical System

THERE WAS A RECALL IN 2011 ON THE RESISTOR AND CONNECTOR FOR THE FAN MOTOR AND THAT WAS REPLACED IN MY TRUCK THEN. I JUST HAD TO REPLACE THE SAME PARTS AGAIN. AFTER HAVING A RECALL ON THESE PARTS WHY WOULD THEY GO OUT AGAIN IN SUCH A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME?

Dec 2, 2015 Electrical System

THERE WAS A RECALL IN 2011 ON THE RESISTOR AND CONNECTOR FOR THE FAN MOTOR AND THAT WAS REPLACED IN MY TRUCK THEN. I JUST HAD TO REPLACE THE SAME PARTS AGAIN. AFTER HAVING A RECALL ON THESE PARTS WHY WOULD THEY GO OUT AGAIN IN SUCH A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME?

Nov 9, 2015 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 48,000 mi

THERE WERE TWO INCIDENTS WITH THE 2006 SILVERADO AND BOTH RELATED TO THE STEEL BRAKE LINES. A) DURING INNER CITY DRIVING, THE REAR BRAKES FAILED. CAUSE WAS A BROKEN STEEL BRAKE LINE FROM THE ABS MODULE TO THE REAR 'Y' BLOCK. BELIEVE THE LEAK WAS CLOSER TO THE REAR AXLE. NEW STAINLESS STEEL LINE...

Nov 9, 2015 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 48,000 mi

THERE WERE TWO INCIDENTS WITH THE 2006 SILVERADO AND BOTH RELATED TO THE STEEL BRAKE LINES. A) DURING INNER CITY DRIVING, THE REAR BRAKES FAILED. CAUSE WAS A BROKEN STEEL BRAKE LINE FROM THE ABS MODULE TO THE REAR 'Y' BLOCK. BELIEVE THE LEAK WAS CLOSER TO THE REAR AXLE. NEW STAINLESS STEEL LINE...

Nov 7, 2015 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

I HAVE A HOME IN THE HILLS OF WEST VIRGINIA AND HAD JUST RETURNED FROM TOWN AFTER DRIVING UP AND DOWN LOCAL MOUNTAIN ROADS. I PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY WITHOUT INCIDENT. WHEN I STARTED THE TRUCK TO MOVE IT IN DRIVEWAY AND PRESSED ON THE BRAKE PEDDLE, THE PEDDLE WENT COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR AND I WA...

Nov 7, 2015 Service Brakes 100,000 mi

I HAVE A HOME IN THE HILLS OF WEST VIRGINIA AND HAD JUST RETURNED FROM TOWN AFTER DRIVING UP AND DOWN LOCAL MOUNTAIN ROADS. I PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY WITHOUT INCIDENT. WHEN I STARTED THE TRUCK TO MOVE IT IN DRIVEWAY AND PRESSED ON THE BRAKE PEDDLE, THE PEDDLE WENT COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR AND I WA...

Nov 3, 2015 Service Brakes 10 mi

BRAKE LINE RUPTURE DO TO RUSTED LINES, SPEED 45 MPH NO BRAKES AT ALL AND USED EMERGENCY BRAKE TO FINALLY STOP ON SHOULDER OF ROAD.. BRAKE FLUID UNDER DRIVES SIDE DOOR NEAR THE FRAME.

Nov 3, 2015 Structure 63,000 mi

THERE IS EXTREME FRAME RUST CAUSING THE SPARE TIRE MOUNT TO BECOME DETACHED FROM THE FRAME WHILE DRIVING ALONG THE HIGHWAY. FORTUNATELY THIS HAPPENED ON A SECONDARY ROAD IN SOUTH WEST VIRGINIA. THE SHOCK ABSORBER WAS THE ONLY THING THAT HELD THE SPARE TIRE MOUNT FROM COMING COMPLETELY LOOSE FROM THE...

Nov 3, 2015 Service Brakes 10 mi

BRAKE LINE RUPTURE DO TO RUSTED LINES, SPEED 45 MPH NO BRAKES AT ALL AND USED EMERGENCY BRAKE TO FINALLY STOP ON SHOULDER OF ROAD.. BRAKE FLUID UNDER DRIVES SIDE DOOR NEAR THE FRAME.

Nov 3, 2015 Structure 63,000 mi

THERE IS EXTREME FRAME RUST CAUSING THE SPARE TIRE MOUNT TO BECOME DETACHED FROM THE FRAME WHILE DRIVING ALONG THE HIGHWAY. FORTUNATELY THIS HAPPENED ON A SECONDARY ROAD IN SOUTH WEST VIRGINIA. THE SHOCK ABSORBER WAS THE ONLY THING THAT HELD THE SPARE TIRE MOUNT FROM COMING COMPLETELY LOOSE FROM THE...

Oct 28, 2015 Service Brakes 114,874 mi

BAKE LINES FAILED AT 114874 MILES. HAD TO REPLACE BAKE LINES. 10/14/2015. HAD TO USE THE PARKING BAKE TO STOP THE TRUCK. LUCK I DID NOT RACK! THANK GOD.

Oct 28, 2015 Service Brakes 114,874 mi

BAKE LINES FAILED AT 114874 MILES. HAD TO REPLACE BAKE LINES. 10/14/2015. HAD TO USE THE PARKING BAKE TO STOP THE TRUCK. LUCK I DID NOT RACK! THANK GOD.

Sep 23, 2015 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE BRAKE SYSTEM BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VI...

Sep 23, 2015 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE BRAKE SYSTEM BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VI...

Sep 11, 2015 Structure 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. UPON INSPECTING UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS EXTENSIVE RUST AND CORROSION ON THE BRAKE LINES. THE CONTACT ALSO INDICATED THAT THE BRAKE LINES PREMATURELY FRACTURED. VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ...

Sep 11, 2015 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. UPON INSPECTING UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS EXTENSIVE RUST AND CORROSION ON THE BRAKE LINES. THE CONTACT ALSO INDICATED THAT THE BRAKE LINES PREMATURELY FRACTURED. VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ...

Sep 11, 2015 Structure 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. UPON INSPECTING UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS EXTENSIVE RUST AND CORROSION ON THE BRAKE LINES. THE CONTACT ALSO INDICATED THAT THE BRAKE LINES PREMATURELY FRACTURED. VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ...

Sep 11, 2015 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 87,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. UPON INSPECTING UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS EXTENSIVE RUST AND CORROSION ON THE BRAKE LINES. THE CONTACT ALSO INDICATED THAT THE BRAKE LINES PREMATURELY FRACTURED. VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ...

Sep 6, 2015 Electrical System

I FILLED UP MY GAS TANK ON 8-10-2015 AND WAS DRIVING AT 70 MILES A HOUR WHEN THE ENGINE JUST SHUT DOWN. I RESTARTED IT AND IT STARTED MISSING OUR REAL BAD, I THOUGHT IT WAS MAYBE SOME BAD GAS. I NOTIFIED THE GAS STATION AND THEY STARTED CHECKING THE GAS OUT. WHILE THEY WERE DOING THAT, I TOOK IT TO ...

Sep 6, 2015 Electrical System

I FILLED UP MY GAS TANK ON 8-10-2015 AND WAS DRIVING AT 70 MILES A HOUR WHEN THE ENGINE JUST SHUT DOWN. I RESTARTED IT AND IT STARTED MISSING OUR REAL BAD, I THOUGHT IT WAS MAYBE SOME BAD GAS. I NOTIFIED THE GAS STATION AND THEY STARTED CHECKING THE GAS OUT. WHILE THEY WERE DOING THAT, I TOOK IT TO ...

Sep 5, 2015 Service Brakes 153,000 mi

WHEN SLOWING DOWN TO STOP,APP 5 TO 10 MPH,BEFORE STOP.BRAKE PEDEL WILL SOFT AND PLUSE LIKE BRAKES WENT AWAY BUT STOPING YOU.ITS FEELS LIKE YOU LOST YOUR BRAKES.ITS BEEN STEATY APP 9 OUT OF 10 TIMES. HAD VEHICLE CHECK OUT SEVERAL PLACES FOR BAKES ISSUES,NEW ROTORS ,PADS ,DRUMS,AND SHOES .PLUG IN COMP...

Sep 5, 2015 Service Brakes 153,000 mi

WHEN SLOWING DOWN TO STOP,APP 5 TO 10 MPH,BEFORE STOP.BRAKE PEDEL WILL SOFT AND PLUSE LIKE BRAKES WENT AWAY BUT STOPING YOU.ITS FEELS LIKE YOU LOST YOUR BRAKES.ITS BEEN STEATY APP 9 OUT OF 10 TIMES. HAD VEHICLE CHECK OUT SEVERAL PLACES FOR BAKES ISSUES,NEW ROTORS ,PADS ,DRUMS,AND SHOES .PLUG IN COMP...

Aug 28, 2015 Service Brakes 47,355 mi

TRAVELED TO STORE ABOUT FOUR BLOCKS AWAY FROM MY RESIDENCE. UPON RETURNING, I NOTICED MY BRAKES BARELY WORKING WHILE GOING DOWNHILL ON STREET. I HAD TO DOWNSHIFT AND USE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO GET TO BOTTOM OF HILL. AT BOTTOM OF HILL IS MY DRIVEWAY. I WAS ABLE TO ENTER MY DRIVEWAY AND PARK. I COULD SE...

Aug 28, 2015 Service Brakes 47,355 mi

TRAVELED TO STORE ABOUT FOUR BLOCKS AWAY FROM MY RESIDENCE. UPON RETURNING, I NOTICED MY BRAKES BARELY WORKING WHILE GOING DOWNHILL ON STREET. I HAD TO DOWNSHIFT AND USE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO GET TO BOTTOM OF HILL. AT BOTTOM OF HILL IS MY DRIVEWAY. I WAS ABLE TO ENTER MY DRIVEWAY AND PARK. I COULD SE...

Aug 21, 2015 Service Brakes 96,097 mi

LEAVING MY DRIVE WAY MY BRAKE PEDDLE WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. I HAD TO USE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP TRUCK. AFTER CHECKING FOR PROBLEM I FOUND THAT THE METAL BRAKE LINE FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE BRAKES HAD RUSTED THROUGH IN THE ENGINE AREA AND BRAKE FLUID WAS BEING SPRAYED ON THE MANIFOLD....

Aug 21, 2015 Service Brakes 96,097 mi

LEAVING MY DRIVE WAY MY BRAKE PEDDLE WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. I HAD TO USE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP TRUCK. AFTER CHECKING FOR PROBLEM I FOUND THAT THE METAL BRAKE LINE FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE BRAKES HAD RUSTED THROUGH IN THE ENGINE AREA AND BRAKE FLUID WAS BEING SPRAYED ON THE MANIFOLD....

Jul 11, 2015 Service Brakes 159,800 mi

APPROACHING A STOP SIGN I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. UPON EXAMINATION I FOUND THE BRAKE FLUID WAS LEAKING FROM A RUSTED LINE AT THE READ RIGHT OF THE TRUCK WHERE THE BRAKE LINE FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE CONNECTS TO THE RUBBER HOSE THAT FEEDS BOTH SIDES OF THE REAR BRAKES...

Jul 11, 2015 Service Brakes 159,800 mi

APPROACHING A STOP SIGN I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. UPON EXAMINATION I FOUND THE BRAKE FLUID WAS LEAKING FROM A RUSTED LINE AT THE READ RIGHT OF THE TRUCK WHERE THE BRAKE LINE FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE CONNECTS TO THE RUBBER HOSE THAT FEEDS BOTH SIDES OF THE REAR BRAKES...

Jul 2, 2015 Service Brakes 26,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THERE WAS AN INCREASED IN STOPPING DISTANCE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE BRAKE LINES RUSTED AND CORRODED CAUSING THE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK FROM THE...

Jul 2, 2015 Service Brakes 26,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THERE WAS AN INCREASED IN STOPPING DISTANCE. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE BRAKE LINES RUSTED AND CORRODED CAUSING THE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK FROM THE...

Jun 27, 2015 Service Brakes 64,412 mi

THE BRAKE LINES CORRODED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BRAKE LINE, SPRAYING OUT BRAKE FLUID ALL OVER THE SUSPENSION AND RELEASING ALL PRESSURE IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM. THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND I HAD TO STOP WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE INSTEAD.

Jun 27, 2015 Service Brakes 64,412 mi

THE BRAKE LINES CORRODED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BRAKE LINE, SPRAYING OUT BRAKE FLUID ALL OVER THE SUSPENSION AND RELEASING ALL PRESSURE IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM. THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND I HAD TO STOP WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE INSTEAD.

Jun 23, 2015 Service Brakes 28,948 mi

BRAKE LINE BLEW OUT WHEN APPLING BRAKES TO MAKE A LEFT TURN. NO PEDAL RESPONSE, PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR.

Jun 23, 2015 Service Brakes 33,856 mi

THIS IS THE 2ND TIME THAT A BRAKE LINE BLEW OUT ON THIS TRUCK. NO WARNING THAT ANYTHING WAS WRONG. APPLIED BRAKES COMING TO A STOP SIGN AND BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. NO PEDAL RESPONSE. THIS TRUCK IS KEPT CLEAN AND MILEAGE IS UNDER 34000. PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS.

Jun 23, 2015 Service Brakes 38,890 mi

NO WARNING THAT ANYTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE BRAKES. THIS IS THE 3RD TIME A BRAKE LINE HAS BLOWN OUT ON THIS TRUCK. I APPLIED THE BRAKE PEDAL TO NO RESISTANCE UNTIL THE PEDAL HIT SOMETHING METAL. THE TRUCK DID COME TO A GRADUAL STOP. THIS IS A WELL MAINTAINED TRUCK WITH JUST UNDER 39000 MILES ON IT. ...

Jun 23, 2015 Service Brakes 28,948 mi

BRAKE LINE BLEW OUT WHEN APPLING BRAKES TO MAKE A LEFT TURN. NO PEDAL RESPONSE, PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR.

Jun 23, 2015 Service Brakes 33,856 mi

THIS IS THE 2ND TIME THAT A BRAKE LINE BLEW OUT ON THIS TRUCK. NO WARNING THAT ANYTHING WAS WRONG. APPLIED BRAKES COMING TO A STOP SIGN AND BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. NO PEDAL RESPONSE. THIS TRUCK IS KEPT CLEAN AND MILEAGE IS UNDER 34000. PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS.

Jun 23, 2015 Service Brakes 38,890 mi

NO WARNING THAT ANYTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE BRAKES. THIS IS THE 3RD TIME A BRAKE LINE HAS BLOWN OUT ON THIS TRUCK. I APPLIED THE BRAKE PEDAL TO NO RESISTANCE UNTIL THE PEDAL HIT SOMETHING METAL. THE TRUCK DID COME TO A GRADUAL STOP. THIS IS A WELL MAINTAINED TRUCK WITH JUST UNDER 39000 MILES ON IT. ...

Jun 22, 2015 Service Brakes 102,000 mi

DRIVING DOWNHILL ON MY (400' LONG) DRIVEWAY I DEPRESSED BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP AT THE BOTTOM BEFORE ENTERING TRAFIC. THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT COMPLETLEY TO THE FLOOR. LUCKILY THERE WERE NO CARS COMING. I WAS ABLE TO SWERVE OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP. I DISCOVERED BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM RUSTED LINE...

Jun 22, 2015 Service Brakes 102,000 mi

DRIVING DOWNHILL ON MY (400' LONG) DRIVEWAY I DEPRESSED BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP AT THE BOTTOM BEFORE ENTERING TRAFIC. THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT COMPLETLEY TO THE FLOOR. LUCKILY THERE WERE NO CARS COMING. I WAS ABLE TO SWERVE OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND STOP. I DISCOVERED BRAKE FLUID LEAKING FROM RUSTED LINE...

Jun 11, 2015 Service Brakes 77,500 mi

VEHICLE DEVELOPED A GAS LINE LEAK, AND UPON INSPECTION, DISCOVERED THAT ALL FUEL AND BRAKE LINES ON VEHICLE HAVE EXTENSIVE CORROSION AND ARE IN NEED OF REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR ARE IN NEAR NEW CONDITION, THE ISSUE WITH THE BRAKE AND GAS LINES IS CLEARLY A METALLURGICAL ISSUE A...

Jun 11, 2015 Service Brakes 77,500 mi

VEHICLE DEVELOPED A GAS LINE LEAK, AND UPON INSPECTION, DISCOVERED THAT ALL FUEL AND BRAKE LINES ON VEHICLE HAVE EXTENSIVE CORROSION AND ARE IN NEED OF REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR ARE IN NEAR NEW CONDITION, THE ISSUE WITH THE BRAKE AND GAS LINES IS CLEARLY A METALLURGICAL ISSUE A...

Jun 1, 2015 Service Brakes 92,392 mi

I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND IT WENT TO THE FLOOR AS THE STEEL LINE LEADING TOWARD THE REAR AXLE BURST, THE FAILURE OCCURRED NEAR THE LEFT REAR WHEEL WELL IN THE LINE FOLLOWING THE TOP OF THE LEFT FRAME RAIL TOWARD THE REAR AXLE. LUCKILY THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY WHEN IT HAPPENED, SO NO PERSONAL I...

Jun 1, 2015 Service Brakes 97,000 mi

WHILE SLOWING DOWN AND COMING TO A STOP THE AT A JUCTION THE OTHER DAY THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELLED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR, NO WARNING. I WAS ABLE TO PRESS THE FOOT BRAKE AND LOCK IT TO STOP THE TRUCK, SCARIEST THING EVER HAVE GONE THROUGH. NOT TO BE IN CONTROL OF A 1/2 TON TRUCK COMING TO A STOP. I ...

Jun 1, 2015 Service Brakes 92,392 mi

I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND IT WENT TO THE FLOOR AS THE STEEL LINE LEADING TOWARD THE REAR AXLE BURST, THE FAILURE OCCURRED NEAR THE LEFT REAR WHEEL WELL IN THE LINE FOLLOWING THE TOP OF THE LEFT FRAME RAIL TOWARD THE REAR AXLE. LUCKILY THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY WHEN IT HAPPENED, SO NO PERSONAL I...

Jun 1, 2015 Service Brakes 97,000 mi

WHILE SLOWING DOWN AND COMING TO A STOP THE AT A JUCTION THE OTHER DAY THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELLED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR, NO WARNING. I WAS ABLE TO PRESS THE FOOT BRAKE AND LOCK IT TO STOP THE TRUCK, SCARIEST THING EVER HAVE GONE THROUGH. NOT TO BE IN CONTROL OF A 1/2 TON TRUCK COMING TO A STOP. I ...

May 7, 2015 Service Brakes 32,138 mi

DRIVING DOWN MY STREET TO GO TO STORE WENT TO STOP AT END OF STREET TO TURN LEFT THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND I ALMOST RUN INTO A CAR IN FRONT OF ME. I THEN BACK UP AND BUT IT IN FRONT OF HOUSE. IF I WOULD HAVE BEEN ON A MAIN ROAD AND HAD TO STOP I WOULD HAVE BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT . THE ABS ...

May 7, 2015 Service Brakes 32,138 mi

DRIVING DOWN MY STREET TO GO TO STORE WENT TO STOP AT END OF STREET TO TURN LEFT THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND I ALMOST RUN INTO A CAR IN FRONT OF ME. I THEN BACK UP AND BUT IT IN FRONT OF HOUSE. IF I WOULD HAVE BEEN ON A MAIN ROAD AND HAD TO STOP I WOULD HAVE BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT . THE ABS ...

May 4, 2015 Suspension 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING FLUID FROM THE BOTTOM. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE STRUT SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRE...

May 4, 2015 Suspension 45,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING FLUID FROM THE BOTTOM. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE STRUT SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRE...

Apr 30, 2015 Service Brakes 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND MADE A DINGING SOUND AS THE SERVICE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL HAD BECOME LOOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. T...

Apr 30, 2015 Service Brakes 146,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND MADE A DINGING SOUND AS THE SERVICE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL HAD BECOME LOOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. T...

Apr 17, 2015 Service Brakes 55,000 mi

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES TO STOP AT AN INTERSECTION, THE VEHICLE LURCHES FOR A FEW FEET THEN JUST LETS GO UNTIL IT COMES TO A COMPLETE STOP SEVERAL FEET INTO THE INTERSECTION. THIS ALSO OCCURS EVERY TIME THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED WHEN TRYING TO STOP. THE BRAKES SEEM TO SLOW YOU DOWN TO 10 MILES PER HO...

Apr 17, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES TO STOP AT AN INTERSECTION, THE VEHICLE LURCHES FOR A FEW FEET THEN JUST LETS GO UNTIL IT COMES TO A COMPLETE STOP SEVERAL FEET INTO THE INTERSECTION. THIS ALSO OCCURS EVERY TIME THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED WHEN TRYING TO STOP. THE BRAKES SEEM TO SLOW YOU DOWN TO 10 MILES PER HO...

Apr 17, 2015 Service Brakes 55,000 mi

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES TO STOP AT AN INTERSECTION, THE VEHICLE LURCHES FOR A FEW FEET THEN JUST LETS GO UNTIL IT COMES TO A COMPLETE STOP SEVERAL FEET INTO THE INTERSECTION. THIS ALSO OCCURS EVERY TIME THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED WHEN TRYING TO STOP. THE BRAKES SEEM TO SLOW YOU DOWN TO 10 MILES PER HO...

Apr 17, 2015 Vehicle Speed Control 55,000 mi

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES TO STOP AT AN INTERSECTION, THE VEHICLE LURCHES FOR A FEW FEET THEN JUST LETS GO UNTIL IT COMES TO A COMPLETE STOP SEVERAL FEET INTO THE INTERSECTION. THIS ALSO OCCURS EVERY TIME THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED WHEN TRYING TO STOP. THE BRAKES SEEM TO SLOW YOU DOWN TO 10 MILES PER HO...

Apr 10, 2015 Electrical System 38,000 mi

LEAVING THE CAR WASH, FAN QUIT WORKING AND I SMELLED A BURNING ODOR. PIGTAIL TO RESISTOR HAD A BURNT WIRE. GOT PIGTAIL FROM DEALER FOR $95.00. PARTS MANAGER TOLD ME THEY REPLACE 4 OR 5 A MONTH. STILL DIDN'T FIX THE PROBLEM. PURCHASED FAN RESISTOR FROM AUTO PARTS STORE. PROBLEM FIXED. APRIL 2010 THE ...

Apr 10, 2015 Electrical System 38,000 mi

LEAVING THE CAR WASH, FAN QUIT WORKING AND I SMELLED A BURNING ODOR. PIGTAIL TO RESISTOR HAD A BURNT WIRE. GOT PIGTAIL FROM DEALER FOR $95.00. PARTS MANAGER TOLD ME THEY REPLACE 4 OR 5 A MONTH. STILL DIDN'T FIX THE PROBLEM. PURCHASED FAN RESISTOR FROM AUTO PARTS STORE. PROBLEM FIXED. APRIL 2010 THE ...

Mar 26, 2015 Service Brakes 159,000 mi

BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WHEN TRYING TO BRAKE. GOT THE TRUCK HOME AND TOWED IT TO A AUTO REPAIR BUSINESS. THE BRAKE LINES HAD RUSTED OUT AND WERE LEAKING THE BRAKE FLUID OUT, ALSO HAD TO REPLACE THE CALIPERS BECAUSE THE FLUID BLEEDING MECHANISM RUSTED OUT TOO THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND GM S...

Mar 26, 2015 Service Brakes 159,000 mi

BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WHEN TRYING TO BRAKE. GOT THE TRUCK HOME AND TOWED IT TO A AUTO REPAIR BUSINESS. THE BRAKE LINES HAD RUSTED OUT AND WERE LEAKING THE BRAKE FLUID OUT, ALSO HAD TO REPLACE THE CALIPERS BECAUSE THE FLUID BLEEDING MECHANISM RUSTED OUT TOO THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND GM S...

Mar 10, 2015 Service Brakes 97,125 mi

BRAKE LINES ARE SEEPING BRAKE FLUID DUE TO CORROSION AND ARE FAILING. NOTICEABLE SMELL OF BRAKE FLUID AND LEAKAGE IN FRONT OF TRUCK. BRAKE LINES NEED TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Mar 10, 2015 Service Brakes 97,125 mi

BRAKE LINES ARE SEEPING BRAKE FLUID DUE TO CORROSION AND ARE FAILING. NOTICEABLE SMELL OF BRAKE FLUID AND LEAKAGE IN FRONT OF TRUCK. BRAKE LINES NEED TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Feb 23, 2015 Air Bags Crash 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A TREE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJ...

Feb 23, 2015 Service Brakes Crash 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A TREE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJ...

Feb 23, 2015 Air Bags Crash 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A TREE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJ...

Feb 23, 2015 Service Brakes Crash 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A TREE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJ...

Feb 4, 2015 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, ANOTHER VEHICLE CUT THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE OFF CAUSING HIM TO SLAM DOWN ON THE BRAKES. AS A RESULT, THE BRAKE LINE FRACTURED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LEAK BRAKE FLUID. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKE...

Feb 4, 2015 Service Brakes 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, ANOTHER VEHICLE CUT THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE OFF CAUSING HIM TO SLAM DOWN ON THE BRAKES. AS A RESULT, THE BRAKE LINE FRACTURED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LEAK BRAKE FLUID. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKE...

Jan 16, 2015 Service Brakes 88,910 mi

STOPPING THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF MY GARAGE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALMOST TO THE FLOOR. I INSPECTED BELOW THE TRUCK AND NOTED FLUID LEAKING FORWARD OF THE ABS MODULE. I STILL HAD PARTIAL BRAKES AND WAS ABLE TO TAKE IT THE FEW MILES DOWN THE ROAD TO MY MECHANIC. HE INSPECTED ALL MY BRAKE LINES AND E...

Jan 16, 2015 Service Brakes 88,910 mi

STOPPING THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF MY GARAGE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALMOST TO THE FLOOR. I INSPECTED BELOW THE TRUCK AND NOTED FLUID LEAKING FORWARD OF THE ABS MODULE. I STILL HAD PARTIAL BRAKES AND WAS ABLE TO TAKE IT THE FEW MILES DOWN THE ROAD TO MY MECHANIC. HE INSPECTED ALL MY BRAKE LINES AND E...

Jan 9, 2015 Service Brakes 71,446 mi

STARTING FROM A WAITING LINE FOR MY ANNUAL VEHICLE INSPECTION I WAS DIRECTED TO STOP, WHILE TRYING TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IT WENT TO THE FLOOR WITH NO RESISTANCE AND NOT WARNING LIGHT. I HIT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO HALT THE VEHICLE AND ASK THE MECHANIC ON DUTY TO ASSIST IN DETERMINING THE PROBLEM...

Jan 9, 2015 Service Brakes 71,446 mi

STARTING FROM A WAITING LINE FOR MY ANNUAL VEHICLE INSPECTION I WAS DIRECTED TO STOP, WHILE TRYING TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IT WENT TO THE FLOOR WITH NO RESISTANCE AND NOT WARNING LIGHT. I HIT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO HALT THE VEHICLE AND ASK THE MECHANIC ON DUTY TO ASSIST IN DETERMINING THE PROBLEM...

Dec 8, 2014 Exterior Lighting 39,400 mi

THE REAR TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY IS BREAKING OUT OF THESE PICKUP TRUCKS BECAUSE OF A WEAK DESIGN TO SECURE THE LIGHT ASSEMBLY IN PLACE. THE PLASTIC CLIPS ON THE SIDE OF THE LIGHT ASSEMBLY THAT ATTACHES TO THE SMALL METAL CLIP AND SCREW BREAKS OFF ALLOWING THE LIGHT ASSEMBLY TO FALL OUT OF THE TRUCK BED ...

Dec 8, 2014 Exterior Lighting 39,400 mi

THE REAR TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY IS BREAKING OUT OF THESE PICKUP TRUCKS BECAUSE OF A WEAK DESIGN TO SECURE THE LIGHT ASSEMBLY IN PLACE. THE PLASTIC CLIPS ON THE SIDE OF THE LIGHT ASSEMBLY THAT ATTACHES TO THE SMALL METAL CLIP AND SCREW BREAKS OFF ALLOWING THE LIGHT ASSEMBLY TO FALL OUT OF THE TRUCK BED ...

Dec 5, 2014 Service Brakes 72,300 mi

BRAKE LINES RUSTED OUT. *TR

Dec 5, 2014 Service Brakes 72,300 mi

BRAKE LINES RUSTED OUT. *TR

Nov 12, 2014 Power Train 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY MAKING THE VEHICLE VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO SAFELY STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN I...

Nov 12, 2014 Power Train 135,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY MAKING THE VEHICLE VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO SAFELY STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN I...

Nov 7, 2014 Service Brakes 91,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND AS THE BRAKE AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINES FAIL...

Nov 7, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 91,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND AS THE BRAKE AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINES FAIL...

Nov 7, 2014 Service Brakes 91,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND AS THE BRAKE AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINES FAIL...

Nov 7, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 91,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND AS THE BRAKE AND ABS WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINES FAIL...

Nov 6, 2014 Service Brakes 160,000 mi

FIRST OFF THERE'S VERY LITTLE SNOW HERE SO THE BODY AND FRAME ISN'T RUSTING OUT BECAUSE OF THAT BUT ITS DEFINITELY RUSTING VERY BAD THE BRAKE LINES HAVE RUSTED COMPLETELY IN HALF THE TRANSMISSION HAS WENT OUT TWICE THE OIL GAUGE DON'T WORK THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES THE MOTOR KNOCKED BUT THEN SMOOTHED OU...

Nov 6, 2014 Electrical System 160,000 mi

FIRST OFF THERE'S VERY LITTLE SNOW HERE SO THE BODY AND FRAME ISN'T RUSTING OUT BECAUSE OF THAT BUT ITS DEFINITELY RUSTING VERY BAD THE BRAKE LINES HAVE RUSTED COMPLETELY IN HALF THE TRANSMISSION HAS WENT OUT TWICE THE OIL GAUGE DON'T WORK THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES THE MOTOR KNOCKED BUT THEN SMOOTHED OU...

Nov 6, 2014 Structure 160,000 mi

FIRST OFF THERE'S VERY LITTLE SNOW HERE SO THE BODY AND FRAME ISN'T RUSTING OUT BECAUSE OF THAT BUT ITS DEFINITELY RUSTING VERY BAD THE BRAKE LINES HAVE RUSTED COMPLETELY IN HALF THE TRANSMISSION HAS WENT OUT TWICE THE OIL GAUGE DON'T WORK THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES THE MOTOR KNOCKED BUT THEN SMOOTHED OU...

Nov 6, 2014 Service Brakes 160,000 mi

FIRST OFF THERE'S VERY LITTLE SNOW HERE SO THE BODY AND FRAME ISN'T RUSTING OUT BECAUSE OF THAT BUT ITS DEFINITELY RUSTING VERY BAD THE BRAKE LINES HAVE RUSTED COMPLETELY IN HALF THE TRANSMISSION HAS WENT OUT TWICE THE OIL GAUGE DON'T WORK THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES THE MOTOR KNOCKED BUT THEN SMOOTHED OU...

Nov 6, 2014 Electrical System 160,000 mi

FIRST OFF THERE'S VERY LITTLE SNOW HERE SO THE BODY AND FRAME ISN'T RUSTING OUT BECAUSE OF THAT BUT ITS DEFINITELY RUSTING VERY BAD THE BRAKE LINES HAVE RUSTED COMPLETELY IN HALF THE TRANSMISSION HAS WENT OUT TWICE THE OIL GAUGE DON'T WORK THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES THE MOTOR KNOCKED BUT THEN SMOOTHED OU...

Nov 6, 2014 Structure 160,000 mi

FIRST OFF THERE'S VERY LITTLE SNOW HERE SO THE BODY AND FRAME ISN'T RUSTING OUT BECAUSE OF THAT BUT ITS DEFINITELY RUSTING VERY BAD THE BRAKE LINES HAVE RUSTED COMPLETELY IN HALF THE TRANSMISSION HAS WENT OUT TWICE THE OIL GAUGE DON'T WORK THERE HAVE BEEN TIMES THE MOTOR KNOCKED BUT THEN SMOOTHED OU...

Nov 3, 2014 Engine 120,000 mi

BROKEN/LOOSE BOLTS ON EXHAUST MANIFOLD CAUSING TAPPING AND EXHAUST AND EMISSIONS LEAK. *TR

Nov 3, 2014 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

MY VEHICLE IS 9 YEARS OLD WITH 80,000 WHICH MEANS IT HAS NOT EVEN HAD A TUNE-UP YET. EVERYTHING UNDERNEATH IS RUSTED THROUGH, BRAKE LINES ARE BUSTING AND IT LOOKS LIKE THE FUEL LINES ARE NEXT. I WOULD EXPECT THIS IN NORTH DAKOTA BUT THE TRUCK HAS BEEN IN KENTUCKY IT'S ENTIRE LIFE. STEEL LINES WITH ...

Nov 3, 2014 Engine 120,000 mi

BROKEN/LOOSE BOLTS ON EXHAUST MANIFOLD CAUSING TAPPING AND EXHAUST AND EMISSIONS LEAK. *TR

Nov 3, 2014 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

MY VEHICLE IS 9 YEARS OLD WITH 80,000 WHICH MEANS IT HAS NOT EVEN HAD A TUNE-UP YET. EVERYTHING UNDERNEATH IS RUSTED THROUGH, BRAKE LINES ARE BUSTING AND IT LOOKS LIKE THE FUEL LINES ARE NEXT. I WOULD EXPECT THIS IN NORTH DAKOTA BUT THE TRUCK HAS BEEN IN KENTUCKY IT'S ENTIRE LIFE. STEEL LINES WITH ...

Nov 1, 2014 Service Brakes 105,350 mi

MY SON WAS DRIVING MY TRUCK AND AS HE TRIED TO STOP TO TURN INTO A DRIVE, THE TRUCK WOULD NOT STOP. LUCKILY HE DRIFTED TO A STOP AND CALLED MY HUSBAND IMMEDIATELY. WE TOWED THE TRUCK TO AN AUTO REPAIR STATION IN TOWN WHERE THEY FOUND THAT THE BRAKE LINES HAD RUSTED THROUGH. THEY REPLACED THE BRAKE ...

Nov 1, 2014 Service Brakes 105,350 mi

MY SON WAS DRIVING MY TRUCK AND AS HE TRIED TO STOP TO TURN INTO A DRIVE, THE TRUCK WOULD NOT STOP. LUCKILY HE DRIFTED TO A STOP AND CALLED MY HUSBAND IMMEDIATELY. WE TOWED THE TRUCK TO AN AUTO REPAIR STATION IN TOWN WHERE THEY FOUND THAT THE BRAKE LINES HAD RUSTED THROUGH. THEY REPLACED THE BRAKE ...

Oct 27, 2014 Air Bags 6,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED IN 2007 BUT THE REPAIRS WERE UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAI...

Oct 27, 2014 Air Bags 6,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED IN 2007 BUT THE REPAIRS WERE UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAI...

Oct 22, 2014 Service Brakes 72,036 mi

AFTER DRIVING 30 MILES ON INTERSTATE 95, I PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO MOVE THE TRUCK, I STEPPED ON BRAKES AS USUAL EXCEPT THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I LOST MY BRAKES BECAUSE THE BRAKE LINE UNDER THE DRIVER POSITION RUPTURED. WHEN I TALKED TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT, I TOLD THEM I L...

Oct 22, 2014 Service Brakes 72,036 mi

AFTER DRIVING 30 MILES ON INTERSTATE 95, I PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO MOVE THE TRUCK, I STEPPED ON BRAKES AS USUAL EXCEPT THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I LOST MY BRAKES BECAUSE THE BRAKE LINE UNDER THE DRIVER POSITION RUPTURED. WHEN I TALKED TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT, I TOLD THEM I L...

Oct 22, 2014 Service Brakes 72,036 mi

AFTER DRIVING 30 MILES ON INTERSTATE 95, I PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO MOVE THE TRUCK, I STEPPED ON BRAKES AS USUAL EXCEPT THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I LOST MY BRAKES BECAUSE THE BRAKE LINE UNDER THE DRIVER POSITION RUPTURED. WHEN I TALKED TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT, I TOLD THEM I L...

Oct 22, 2014 Service Brakes 72,036 mi

AFTER DRIVING 30 MILES ON INTERSTATE 95, I PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO MOVE THE TRUCK, I STEPPED ON BRAKES AS USUAL EXCEPT THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I LOST MY BRAKES BECAUSE THE BRAKE LINE UNDER THE DRIVER POSITION RUPTURED. WHEN I TALKED TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT, I TOLD THEM I L...

Oct 2, 2014 Service Brakes 62,000 mi

I WAS AT OUR TOWN DUMP WHEN I HIT A SMALL POT HOLE AND WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKES THEY WENT TO THE FLOOR. I FOUND BRAKE FLUID SPLATTERED ON THE INSIDE OF THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR WHEEL. I FOUND THAT THE BRAKE LINE GAVE AWAY RIGHT ABOVE A SMALL METAL BRACKET THAT CONNECTS THE RUBBER HOSE TO THE MAIN...

Oct 2, 2014 Service Brakes 62,000 mi

I WAS AT OUR TOWN DUMP WHEN I HIT A SMALL POT HOLE AND WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKES THEY WENT TO THE FLOOR. I FOUND BRAKE FLUID SPLATTERED ON THE INSIDE OF THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR WHEEL. I FOUND THAT THE BRAKE LINE GAVE AWAY RIGHT ABOVE A SMALL METAL BRACKET THAT CONNECTS THE RUBBER HOSE TO THE MAIN...

Sep 19, 2014 Service Brakes 64,500 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN MY DRIVEWAY AND ATTEMPTED TO STOP BEFORE PULLING OUT ONTO MY STREET AND THE PEDDLE WENT TO THE FLOOR AND TRUCK DIDN'T STOP UNTIL I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THANKFULLY THERE WASN'T ANY TRAFFIC AT THE TIME. PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT THERE WASN'T ANY SIGNS OF POSSIBLE BRAKE ISSUES...

Sep 19, 2014 Service Brakes 64,500 mi

I WAS DRIVING DOWN MY DRIVEWAY AND ATTEMPTED TO STOP BEFORE PULLING OUT ONTO MY STREET AND THE PEDDLE WENT TO THE FLOOR AND TRUCK DIDN'T STOP UNTIL I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THANKFULLY THERE WASN'T ANY TRAFFIC AT THE TIME. PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT THERE WASN'T ANY SIGNS OF POSSIBLE BRAKE ISSUES...

Sep 15, 2014 Service Brakes 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR. THE DEALER REPLACED THE BRAKE LINES, WHICH WERE CORRODED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 97,000. ...

Sep 15, 2014 Service Brakes 97,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR. THE DEALER REPLACED THE BRAKE LINES, WHICH WERE CORRODED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 97,000. ...

Sep 11, 2014 Service Brakes 89,000 mi

COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE. AFTER INSPECTION BY MECHANIC IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT BRAKE LINE HAD COMPLETELY RUSTED APART IN ONE AREA. ALL OTHER BRAKE LINES WERE IN A RUSTY STATE AND MECHANIC FEELS THAT THEY ARE DUE TO LEAK ANY TIME. COMPLETE REPLACEMENT OF ALL UNDERBODY BRAKE LINES WILL HAVE TO BE DONE. C...

Sep 11, 2014 Service Brakes 89,000 mi

COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE. AFTER INSPECTION BY MECHANIC IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT BRAKE LINE HAD COMPLETELY RUSTED APART IN ONE AREA. ALL OTHER BRAKE LINES WERE IN A RUSTY STATE AND MECHANIC FEELS THAT THEY ARE DUE TO LEAK ANY TIME. COMPLETE REPLACEMENT OF ALL UNDERBODY BRAKE LINES WILL HAVE TO BE DONE. C...

Sep 6, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 52,000 mi

WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, AND STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. LEFT FROM THE TRAFFIC LIGHT ,AND THE ENGINE JUST STALLED, LIKE IT WAS OUT OF GAS. THE GAS GAUGE SHOWED THAT I HAD A 1\4 TANK OF GAS. SO I HAD IT TOWED HOME ANYWAY. THE NEXT DAY I WENT OUT TO START IT WITH NO LUCK. THEN I PUT 2 GALLONS OF GAS...

Sep 6, 2014 Electrical System 52,000 mi

WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, AND STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. LEFT FROM THE TRAFFIC LIGHT ,AND THE ENGINE JUST STALLED, LIKE IT WAS OUT OF GAS. THE GAS GAUGE SHOWED THAT I HAD A 1\4 TANK OF GAS. SO I HAD IT TOWED HOME ANYWAY. THE NEXT DAY I WENT OUT TO START IT WITH NO LUCK. THEN I PUT 2 GALLONS OF GAS...

Sep 6, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 52,000 mi

WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, AND STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. LEFT FROM THE TRAFFIC LIGHT ,AND THE ENGINE JUST STALLED, LIKE IT WAS OUT OF GAS. THE GAS GAUGE SHOWED THAT I HAD A 1\4 TANK OF GAS. SO I HAD IT TOWED HOME ANYWAY. THE NEXT DAY I WENT OUT TO START IT WITH NO LUCK. THEN I PUT 2 GALLONS OF GAS...

Sep 6, 2014 Electrical System 52,000 mi

WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, AND STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. LEFT FROM THE TRAFFIC LIGHT ,AND THE ENGINE JUST STALLED, LIKE IT WAS OUT OF GAS. THE GAS GAUGE SHOWED THAT I HAD A 1\4 TANK OF GAS. SO I HAD IT TOWED HOME ANYWAY. THE NEXT DAY I WENT OUT TO START IT WITH NO LUCK. THEN I PUT 2 GALLONS OF GAS...

Aug 27, 2014 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

APPLIED PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES AND THEY WENT TO THE FLOOR WITH JUST A LITTLE CATCH. I WAS ONLY DOING ABOUT 25 MPH AND JUST SO HAPPENED I WAS ALMOST AT MY GARAGE THAT WORKS ON IT. (100 YARDS) I WAS ABLE TO TURN IN AND COAST TO A STOP. THE BRAKE LINE ON THE DRIVER SIDE UNDERNEATH THE DRIVER AND BACK O...

Aug 27, 2014 Service Brakes 90,000 mi

APPLIED PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES AND THEY WENT TO THE FLOOR WITH JUST A LITTLE CATCH. I WAS ONLY DOING ABOUT 25 MPH AND JUST SO HAPPENED I WAS ALMOST AT MY GARAGE THAT WORKS ON IT. (100 YARDS) I WAS ABLE TO TURN IN AND COAST TO A STOP. THE BRAKE LINE ON THE DRIVER SIDE UNDERNEATH THE DRIVER AND BACK O...

Aug 6, 2014 Service Brakes 149,000 mi

AFTER PICKING UP MY 5YR OLD GRANDSON, WE CAME TO A STOP SIGN AT A VERY BUSY INTERSECTION WHERE THE CROSS TRAFFIC IS GOING ABOUT 50-60MPH. WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKES THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD. I MANAGED TO DEPRESS THE EMERGENCY BRAKE JUST IN TIME TO KEEP FROM BEING HIT BY A SEMI TRUCK GOING VER...

Aug 6, 2014 Service Brakes 149,000 mi

AFTER PICKING UP MY 5YR OLD GRANDSON, WE CAME TO A STOP SIGN AT A VERY BUSY INTERSECTION WHERE THE CROSS TRAFFIC IS GOING ABOUT 50-60MPH. WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKES THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD. I MANAGED TO DEPRESS THE EMERGENCY BRAKE JUST IN TIME TO KEEP FROM BEING HIT BY A SEMI TRUCK GOING VER...

Aug 5, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 68,000 mi

WHILE LOOKING OVER MY TRUCK PRIOR TO INSPECTION I DISCOVERED THREE CROSS MEMBERS TOTALLY RUSTED THRU. THE ARE ALSO THE MAIN SUPPORTS FOR THE GAS TANK AND THE SHOCKS. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND REPLACEMENT PARTS AND THE MORE I LOOK THE MORE I HEAR HOW COMMON THE RUSTED CROSS MEMBERS ARE. I WENT TO TH...

Aug 5, 2014 Suspension 68,000 mi

WHILE LOOKING OVER MY TRUCK PRIOR TO INSPECTION I DISCOVERED THREE CROSS MEMBERS TOTALLY RUSTED THRU. THE ARE ALSO THE MAIN SUPPORTS FOR THE GAS TANK AND THE SHOCKS. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND REPLACEMENT PARTS AND THE MORE I LOOK THE MORE I HEAR HOW COMMON THE RUSTED CROSS MEMBERS ARE. I WENT TO TH...

Aug 5, 2014 Service Brakes 68,000 mi

WHILE LOOKING OVER MY TRUCK PRIOR TO INSPECTION I DISCOVERED THREE CROSS MEMBERS TOTALLY RUSTED THRU. THE ARE ALSO THE MAIN SUPPORTS FOR THE GAS TANK AND THE SHOCKS. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND REPLACEMENT PARTS AND THE MORE I LOOK THE MORE I HEAR HOW COMMON THE RUSTED CROSS MEMBERS ARE. I WENT TO TH...

Aug 5, 2014 Structure 68,000 mi

WHILE LOOKING OVER MY TRUCK PRIOR TO INSPECTION I DISCOVERED THREE CROSS MEMBERS TOTALLY RUSTED THRU. THE ARE ALSO THE MAIN SUPPORTS FOR THE GAS TANK AND THE SHOCKS. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND REPLACEMENT PARTS AND THE MORE I LOOK THE MORE I HEAR HOW COMMON THE RUSTED CROSS MEMBERS ARE. I WENT TO TH...

Aug 5, 2014 Fuel/propulsion System 68,000 mi

WHILE LOOKING OVER MY TRUCK PRIOR TO INSPECTION I DISCOVERED THREE CROSS MEMBERS TOTALLY RUSTED THRU. THE ARE ALSO THE MAIN SUPPORTS FOR THE GAS TANK AND THE SHOCKS. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND REPLACEMENT PARTS AND THE MORE I LOOK THE MORE I HEAR HOW COMMON THE RUSTED CROSS MEMBERS ARE. I WENT TO TH...

Aug 5, 2014 Suspension 68,000 mi

WHILE LOOKING OVER MY TRUCK PRIOR TO INSPECTION I DISCOVERED THREE CROSS MEMBERS TOTALLY RUSTED THRU. THE ARE ALSO THE MAIN SUPPORTS FOR THE GAS TANK AND THE SHOCKS. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND REPLACEMENT PARTS AND THE MORE I LOOK THE MORE I HEAR HOW COMMON THE RUSTED CROSS MEMBERS ARE. I WENT TO TH...

Aug 5, 2014 Service Brakes 68,000 mi

WHILE LOOKING OVER MY TRUCK PRIOR TO INSPECTION I DISCOVERED THREE CROSS MEMBERS TOTALLY RUSTED THRU. THE ARE ALSO THE MAIN SUPPORTS FOR THE GAS TANK AND THE SHOCKS. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND REPLACEMENT PARTS AND THE MORE I LOOK THE MORE I HEAR HOW COMMON THE RUSTED CROSS MEMBERS ARE. I WENT TO TH...

Aug 5, 2014 Structure 68,000 mi

WHILE LOOKING OVER MY TRUCK PRIOR TO INSPECTION I DISCOVERED THREE CROSS MEMBERS TOTALLY RUSTED THRU. THE ARE ALSO THE MAIN SUPPORTS FOR THE GAS TANK AND THE SHOCKS. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND REPLACEMENT PARTS AND THE MORE I LOOK THE MORE I HEAR HOW COMMON THE RUSTED CROSS MEMBERS ARE. I WENT TO TH...

Jul 30, 2014 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

DRIVING AT ABOUT 35MPH WHEN THE CAR AHEAD PUT ON BRAKES MY PEDAL WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR AND I ENDED UP USING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP. I HAD THE TRUCK TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP WHO TOLD ME THE BRAKE LINES WERE COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. I CALLED CHEVROLET'S SERVICE NUMBER AND WAS TOLD THIS WAS NOT ...

Jul 30, 2014 Service Brakes 115,000 mi

DRIVING AT ABOUT 35MPH WHEN THE CAR AHEAD PUT ON BRAKES MY PEDAL WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR AND I ENDED UP USING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP. I HAD THE TRUCK TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP WHO TOLD ME THE BRAKE LINES WERE COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT. I CALLED CHEVROLET'S SERVICE NUMBER AND WAS TOLD THIS WAS NOT ...

Jul 24, 2014 Service Brakes 99,500 mi

BRAKES SEEMED SOFT WHILE DRIVING ON MOUNTAIN ROADS YESTERDAY. THIS MORNING PUDDLE UNDER THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. NO BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. HOUR LATER WHEN TOW TRUCK CAME, MOVED TRUCK FOR TOWING AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. IT DID NOT WANT TO STOP WITH BRAKES ...

Jul 24, 2014 Service Brakes 99,500 mi

BRAKES SEEMED SOFT WHILE DRIVING ON MOUNTAIN ROADS YESTERDAY. THIS MORNING PUDDLE UNDER THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. NO BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. HOUR LATER WHEN TOW TRUCK CAME, MOVED TRUCK FOR TOWING AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. IT DID NOT WANT TO STOP WITH BRAKES ...

Jul 9, 2014 Service Brakes 96,000 mi

BRAKES FAILED, PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WHEN I WAS PULLING INTO MY DRIVEWAY. CHECKED UNDER TRUCK AND THE BRAKE LINES ARE RUSTED AND 1 OR 2 WERE LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. COULD STOP ONLY BY USING EMERGENCY BRAKE. IF I WAS DRIVING ON THE ROAD I WOULD HAVE HAD AN ACCIDENT. BRAKE LINES SHOULD NOT RUST OUT IN ...

Jul 9, 2014 Service Brakes 64,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE HARDER AS A RESULT, THE BRAKE LINES FRACTURED AND THE BRAKE FLUID WAS LEAKING. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THERE W...

Jul 9, 2014 Service Brakes 96,000 mi

BRAKES FAILED, PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WHEN I WAS PULLING INTO MY DRIVEWAY. CHECKED UNDER TRUCK AND THE BRAKE LINES ARE RUSTED AND 1 OR 2 WERE LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. COULD STOP ONLY BY USING EMERGENCY BRAKE. IF I WAS DRIVING ON THE ROAD I WOULD HAVE HAD AN ACCIDENT. BRAKE LINES SHOULD NOT RUST OUT IN ...

Jul 9, 2014 Service Brakes 64,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE HARDER AS A RESULT, THE BRAKE LINES FRACTURED AND THE BRAKE FLUID WAS LEAKING. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THERE W...

Jul 8, 2014 Service Brakes 74,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REVERSING OUT OF THE RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY, THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKES FAILED. THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE CAME TO COMPLETE STOP AFTER THE EMERGENCY BRA...

Jul 8, 2014 Service Brakes 74,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REVERSING OUT OF THE RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY, THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKES FAILED. THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE CAME TO COMPLETE STOP AFTER THE EMERGENCY BRA...

Jun 21, 2014 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

I HAD MY TRUCK FIXED AT SEAR AUTOMOTIVE IN HUNT VALLEY MARYLAND AFTER 3 WEEK AFTER I WAS PROMISED 1 WEEK.WAS TOLD IT NEEDED A NEW REAR DIFFERENTIAL AND NEW BRAKE LINES. I GOT MY TRUCK BACK I LOST BRAKES GOING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY ABS LIGHT CAME ON BROUGHT MY TRUCK BACK TO SEARS. IT WAS FIXED SO I...

Jun 21, 2014 Power Train 80,000 mi

I HAD MY TRUCK FIXED AT SEAR AUTOMOTIVE IN HUNT VALLEY MARYLAND AFTER 3 WEEK AFTER I WAS PROMISED 1 WEEK.WAS TOLD IT NEEDED A NEW REAR DIFFERENTIAL AND NEW BRAKE LINES. I GOT MY TRUCK BACK I LOST BRAKES GOING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY ABS LIGHT CAME ON BROUGHT MY TRUCK BACK TO SEARS. IT WAS FIXED SO I...

Jun 21, 2014 Electrical System 80,000 mi

I HAD MY TRUCK FIXED AT SEAR AUTOMOTIVE IN HUNT VALLEY MARYLAND AFTER 3 WEEK AFTER I WAS PROMISED 1 WEEK.WAS TOLD IT NEEDED A NEW REAR DIFFERENTIAL AND NEW BRAKE LINES. I GOT MY TRUCK BACK I LOST BRAKES GOING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY ABS LIGHT CAME ON BROUGHT MY TRUCK BACK TO SEARS. IT WAS FIXED SO I...

Jun 21, 2014 Service Brakes 80,000 mi

I HAD MY TRUCK FIXED AT SEAR AUTOMOTIVE IN HUNT VALLEY MARYLAND AFTER 3 WEEK AFTER I WAS PROMISED 1 WEEK.WAS TOLD IT NEEDED A NEW REAR DIFFERENTIAL AND NEW BRAKE LINES. I GOT MY TRUCK BACK I LOST BRAKES GOING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY ABS LIGHT CAME ON BROUGHT MY TRUCK BACK TO SEARS. IT WAS FIXED SO I...

Jun 21, 2014 Power Train 80,000 mi

I HAD MY TRUCK FIXED AT SEAR AUTOMOTIVE IN HUNT VALLEY MARYLAND AFTER 3 WEEK AFTER I WAS PROMISED 1 WEEK.WAS TOLD IT NEEDED A NEW REAR DIFFERENTIAL AND NEW BRAKE LINES. I GOT MY TRUCK BACK I LOST BRAKES GOING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY ABS LIGHT CAME ON BROUGHT MY TRUCK BACK TO SEARS. IT WAS FIXED SO I...

Jun 21, 2014 Electrical System 80,000 mi

I HAD MY TRUCK FIXED AT SEAR AUTOMOTIVE IN HUNT VALLEY MARYLAND AFTER 3 WEEK AFTER I WAS PROMISED 1 WEEK.WAS TOLD IT NEEDED A NEW REAR DIFFERENTIAL AND NEW BRAKE LINES. I GOT MY TRUCK BACK I LOST BRAKES GOING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY ABS LIGHT CAME ON BROUGHT MY TRUCK BACK TO SEARS. IT WAS FIXED SO I...

Jun 12, 2014 Air Bags Crash 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, HE CRASHED INTO A STOPED VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE CONTACT AND TWO PASSENGERS IN THE SECOND VEHI...

Jun 12, 2014 Air Bags Crash 85,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, HE CRASHED INTO A STOPED VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE CONTACT AND TWO PASSENGERS IN THE SECOND VEHI...

Jun 7, 2014 Air Bags 136,000 mi

THE AIR BAG SERVICE LIGHT AND IS LIT AS WELL AS THE SERVICE CENTER SAYING IT NEEDS SERVICE, ALSO HAS THE SAME BRAKE PROBLEMS THE 2007 AND UP SILVERADOS WHERE RECALLED FOR WITH THE FAILURE OF THE FRONT ABS SENSORS. THE ABS PROBLEM COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AT LOW SPEED BECAUSE EVERYTIME YOU STOP THE AB...

Jun 7, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling 136,000 mi

THE AIR BAG SERVICE LIGHT AND IS LIT AS WELL AS THE SERVICE CENTER SAYING IT NEEDS SERVICE, ALSO HAS THE SAME BRAKE PROBLEMS THE 2007 AND UP SILVERADOS WHERE RECALLED FOR WITH THE FAILURE OF THE FRONT ABS SENSORS. THE ABS PROBLEM COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AT LOW SPEED BECAUSE EVERYTIME YOU STOP THE AB...

Jun 7, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 136,000 mi

THE AIR BAG SERVICE LIGHT AND IS LIT AS WELL AS THE SERVICE CENTER SAYING IT NEEDS SERVICE, ALSO HAS THE SAME BRAKE PROBLEMS THE 2007 AND UP SILVERADOS WHERE RECALLED FOR WITH THE FAILURE OF THE FRONT ABS SENSORS. THE ABS PROBLEM COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AT LOW SPEED BECAUSE EVERYTIME YOU STOP THE AB...

Jun 7, 2014 Air Bags 136,000 mi

THE AIR BAG SERVICE LIGHT AND IS LIT AS WELL AS THE SERVICE CENTER SAYING IT NEEDS SERVICE, ALSO HAS THE SAME BRAKE PROBLEMS THE 2007 AND UP SILVERADOS WHERE RECALLED FOR WITH THE FAILURE OF THE FRONT ABS SENSORS. THE ABS PROBLEM COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AT LOW SPEED BECAUSE EVERYTIME YOU STOP THE AB...

Jun 7, 2014 Engine And Engine Cooling 136,000 mi

THE AIR BAG SERVICE LIGHT AND IS LIT AS WELL AS THE SERVICE CENTER SAYING IT NEEDS SERVICE, ALSO HAS THE SAME BRAKE PROBLEMS THE 2007 AND UP SILVERADOS WHERE RECALLED FOR WITH THE FAILURE OF THE FRONT ABS SENSORS. THE ABS PROBLEM COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AT LOW SPEED BECAUSE EVERYTIME YOU STOP THE AB...

Jun 7, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 136,000 mi

THE AIR BAG SERVICE LIGHT AND IS LIT AS WELL AS THE SERVICE CENTER SAYING IT NEEDS SERVICE, ALSO HAS THE SAME BRAKE PROBLEMS THE 2007 AND UP SILVERADOS WHERE RECALLED FOR WITH THE FAILURE OF THE FRONT ABS SENSORS. THE ABS PROBLEM COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT AT LOW SPEED BECAUSE EVERYTIME YOU STOP THE AB...

May 19, 2014 Air Bags 115,000 mi

"SERVICE AIR BAG" CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WHEN STARTING 2006 SILVERADO; GM DEALERS DIAGNOSED AIRBAG SENSOR MALFUNCTIONING REQUIRES REPLACEMENT. THIS SAFETY ISSUE HAS BEEN REPORTED IN 2009 AT EDMUNDS.COM BY OTHERS. CALLED, EMAILED AND TWITTED GM SINCE 14 MAY 2014. AFTER 13 PHONE TAGS WITH 4 GM CUSTOM...

May 19, 2014 Electrical System 115,000 mi

"SERVICE AIR BAG" CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WHEN STARTING 2006 SILVERADO; GM DEALERS DIAGNOSED AIRBAG SENSOR MALFUNCTIONING REQUIRES REPLACEMENT. THIS SAFETY ISSUE HAS BEEN REPORTED IN 2009 AT EDMUNDS.COM BY OTHERS. CALLED, EMAILED AND TWITTED GM SINCE 14 MAY 2014. AFTER 13 PHONE TAGS WITH 4 GM CUSTOM...

May 19, 2014 Air Bags 115,000 mi

"SERVICE AIR BAG" CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WHEN STARTING 2006 SILVERADO; GM DEALERS DIAGNOSED AIRBAG SENSOR MALFUNCTIONING REQUIRES REPLACEMENT. THIS SAFETY ISSUE HAS BEEN REPORTED IN 2009 AT EDMUNDS.COM BY OTHERS. CALLED, EMAILED AND TWITTED GM SINCE 14 MAY 2014. AFTER 13 PHONE TAGS WITH 4 GM CUSTOM...

May 19, 2014 Electrical System 115,000 mi

"SERVICE AIR BAG" CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WHEN STARTING 2006 SILVERADO; GM DEALERS DIAGNOSED AIRBAG SENSOR MALFUNCTIONING REQUIRES REPLACEMENT. THIS SAFETY ISSUE HAS BEEN REPORTED IN 2009 AT EDMUNDS.COM BY OTHERS. CALLED, EMAILED AND TWITTED GM SINCE 14 MAY 2014. AFTER 13 PHONE TAGS WITH 4 GM CUSTOM...

May 16, 2014 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO CLEARED THE CODE FROM THE COMPUTER BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANI...

May 16, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO CLEARED THE CODE FROM THE COMPUTER BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANI...

May 16, 2014 Electrical System

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO CLEARED THE CODE FROM THE COMPUTER BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANI...

May 16, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO CLEARED THE CODE FROM THE COMPUTER BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANI...

May 15, 2014 Service Brakes 68,753 mi

STEEL BRAKE LINE RUPTURED DUE TO APPARENT RUSTING. BRAKE FLUID DRAINED FROM SYSTEM AND ABILITY TO BRAKE WAS NEARLY DIMINISHED. *TR

May 15, 2014 Service Brakes 68,753 mi

STEEL BRAKE LINE RUPTURED DUE TO APPARENT RUSTING. BRAKE FLUID DRAINED FROM SYSTEM AND ABILITY TO BRAKE WAS NEARLY DIMINISHED. *TR

May 14, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE HAD TO BE APPLIED IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE CORRODED AND THERE WAS ...

May 14, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE HAD TO BE APPLIED IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE CORRODED AND THERE WAS ...

May 14, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE HAD TO BE APPLIED IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE CORRODED AND THERE WAS ...

May 14, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 84,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE HAD TO BE APPLIED IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE CORRODED AND THERE WAS ...

May 13, 2014 Electrical System Fire 86,700 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL WAS ACTIVATED AND SMOKE EMITTED INTO THE CAB. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR, RESISTOR HARNESS, AND CONN...

May 13, 2014 Electrical System Fire 86,700 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL WAS ACTIVATED AND SMOKE EMITTED INTO THE CAB. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR, RESISTOR HARNESS, AND CONN...

May 7, 2014 Service Brakes 106,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY TRUCK AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I WAS ABLE TO STOP THE TRUCK IN MY DRIVEWAY AFTER PUMPING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THERE WAS NO TROUBLE LIGHT OR INDICATION ON THE DASHBOARD OF ANY BRAKE PROBLEM. WHEN I GOT OUT OF THE TRUCK I SAW A PUDDLE OF FLUID UNDER THE MIDDLE OF THE TRUCK O...

May 7, 2014 Service Brakes 106,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY TRUCK AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I WAS ABLE TO STOP THE TRUCK IN MY DRIVEWAY AFTER PUMPING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THERE WAS NO TROUBLE LIGHT OR INDICATION ON THE DASHBOARD OF ANY BRAKE PROBLEM. WHEN I GOT OUT OF THE TRUCK I SAW A PUDDLE OF FLUID UNDER THE MIDDLE OF THE TRUCK O...

May 3, 2014 Service Brakes 84,000 mi

BRAKE PEDAL BECAME SPONGY WHILE DRIVING. UPON REAPPLYING THE BRAKES, PEDAL WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR AND VEHICLE CREEPED TO A STOP. UPON INSPECTION, SAW BRAKE FLUID ON GROUND AND SPEWING OUT FROM BRAKE LINES BY DRIVER'S REAR SIDE. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP, WHERE THEY SAID THAT ALL OF THE BRA...

May 3, 2014 Service Brakes 84,000 mi

BRAKE PEDAL BECAME SPONGY WHILE DRIVING. UPON REAPPLYING THE BRAKES, PEDAL WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR AND VEHICLE CREEPED TO A STOP. UPON INSPECTION, SAW BRAKE FLUID ON GROUND AND SPEWING OUT FROM BRAKE LINES BY DRIVER'S REAR SIDE. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP, WHERE THEY SAID THAT ALL OF THE BRA...

Apr 28, 2014 Electrical System

OIL GAUGE READS FROM ZERO TO 80 (HIGHEST READING) WITH ALARMS BEING SOUNDED REPEATEDLY. THE GAUGE IS BOUNCING, CAUSING THE ALARM TO COME ON AND GO OFF WHILE IN TRAFFIC. WHEN ACCELERATING THE PRESSURE WILL DROP TO ZERO THEN BOUNCE. OIL LEVEL IS PERFECT. TRUCK IS WELL CARED FOR. *JS

Apr 28, 2014 Electrical System

OIL GAUGE READS FROM ZERO TO 80 (HIGHEST READING) WITH ALARMS BEING SOUNDED REPEATEDLY. THE GAUGE IS BOUNCING, CAUSING THE ALARM TO COME ON AND GO OFF WHILE IN TRAFFIC. WHEN ACCELERATING THE PRESSURE WILL DROP TO ZERO THEN BOUNCE. OIL LEVEL IS PERFECT. TRUCK IS WELL CARED FOR. *JS

Apr 23, 2014 Seats 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATED SEATS WOULD SPORADICALLY AND INDEPENDENTLY ACTIVATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED, THE HEATED SEAT FUNCTION COULD NOT BE DEACTIVATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHER...

Apr 23, 2014 Seats 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATED SEATS WOULD SPORADICALLY AND INDEPENDENTLY ACTIVATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED, THE HEATED SEAT FUNCTION COULD NOT BE DEACTIVATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHER...

Apr 10, 2014 Service Brakes 32,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED FOR A FEW SECONDS. ADDITIONALLY, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED SEVERELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER THREE TIMES FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE ...

Apr 10, 2014 Power Train 32,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED FOR A FEW SECONDS. ADDITIONALLY, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED SEVERELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER THREE TIMES FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE ...

Apr 10, 2014 Steering 32,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED FOR A FEW SECONDS. ADDITIONALLY, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED SEVERELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER THREE TIMES FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE ...

Apr 10, 2014 Power Train 109,500 mi

ACTIVE RECALL #12138 TRANSMISSION DIPSTICK TUBE BROKEN AT WELD IN HALF. WAS JUST TOLD BY GM DEALER AND GM OWNERS CENTER THAT MY VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED BY RECALL, EVEN THOUGH MY VEHICLE HAS THE EXACT FAILURE UNDER THE 12138 RECALL. TRANSMISSION FLUID HAS LEAKED ONTO HOT SURFACES AND SMOKED TO A NEAR...

Apr 10, 2014 Service Brakes 32,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED FOR A FEW SECONDS. ADDITIONALLY, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED SEVERELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER THREE TIMES FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE ...

Apr 10, 2014 Power Train 32,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED FOR A FEW SECONDS. ADDITIONALLY, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED SEVERELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER THREE TIMES FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE ...

Apr 10, 2014 Steering 32,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED FOR A FEW SECONDS. ADDITIONALLY, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED SEVERELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER THREE TIMES FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE ...

Apr 10, 2014 Power Train 109,500 mi

ACTIVE RECALL #12138 TRANSMISSION DIPSTICK TUBE BROKEN AT WELD IN HALF. WAS JUST TOLD BY GM DEALER AND GM OWNERS CENTER THAT MY VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED BY RECALL, EVEN THOUGH MY VEHICLE HAS THE EXACT FAILURE UNDER THE 12138 RECALL. TRANSMISSION FLUID HAS LEAKED ONTO HOT SURFACES AND SMOKED TO A NEAR...

Apr 3, 2014 Electrical System 3,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE UNKNOWN REPAIRS WERE MADE TO THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE...

Apr 3, 2014 Electrical System 3,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE UNKNOWN REPAIRS WERE MADE TO THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE...

Apr 2, 2014 Service Brakes 59,000 mi

MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT MY BRAKES WILL FAIL FROM RUSTED BRAKE LINES AT ANY TIME. A PROBLEM HE SEES EVERY WEEK.THE UNDER SIDE OF MY TRUCK IS COMPLETELY RUST FREE AND THE BRAKE LINES LOOK LIKE THE CAME FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE OCEAN! I AM AFRAID TO PUT MY SELF AND MY FAMILY AND OTHER PEOPLE AT RISK DRI...

Apr 2, 2014 Service Brakes 59,000 mi

MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT MY BRAKES WILL FAIL FROM RUSTED BRAKE LINES AT ANY TIME. A PROBLEM HE SEES EVERY WEEK.THE UNDER SIDE OF MY TRUCK IS COMPLETELY RUST FREE AND THE BRAKE LINES LOOK LIKE THE CAME FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE OCEAN! I AM AFRAID TO PUT MY SELF AND MY FAMILY AND OTHER PEOPLE AT RISK DRI...

Mar 20, 2014 Service Brakes 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND WHEN DEPRESSED. THE GEAR LEVER WAS SHIFTED INTO PARK HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. THE CONTACT WAS A CERTIFIED MECHANIC AND STATED THAT ...

Mar 20, 2014 Service Brakes 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND WHEN DEPRESSED. THE GEAR LEVER WAS SHIFTED INTO PARK HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. THE CONTACT WAS A CERTIFIED MECHANIC AND STATED THAT ...

Feb 28, 2014 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 4 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE A LOUD POPPING SOUND AS THE CLUTCH PEDAL SANK INTO THE FLOORBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER HOUSING FAILED. AS A RESU...

Feb 28, 2014 Service Brakes 98,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 4 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE A LOUD POPPING SOUND AS THE CLUTCH PEDAL SANK INTO THE FLOORBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER HOUSING FAILED. AS A RESU...

Feb 20, 2014 Service Brakes 53,000 mi

THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR FOR THE ABS SYSTEM IS AFFECTED ON MULTIPLE TRUCKS CHEVY PRODUCED FROM 99-06. THIS CAUSES THE BRAKING BELOW 10 MPH TO CAUSE PULSATION AND ABS MALFUNCTIONING CAUSING ME TO ALMOST REAR END VEHICLES AND BE UNABLE TO SLOW DOWN CORRECTLY. CHEVY KNOWS OF THE ISSUE YET IT IS NOT A REC...

Feb 20, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 53,000 mi

THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR FOR THE ABS SYSTEM IS AFFECTED ON MULTIPLE TRUCKS CHEVY PRODUCED FROM 99-06. THIS CAUSES THE BRAKING BELOW 10 MPH TO CAUSE PULSATION AND ABS MALFUNCTIONING CAUSING ME TO ALMOST REAR END VEHICLES AND BE UNABLE TO SLOW DOWN CORRECTLY. CHEVY KNOWS OF THE ISSUE YET IT IS NOT A REC...

Feb 20, 2014 Service Brakes 53,000 mi

THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR FOR THE ABS SYSTEM IS AFFECTED ON MULTIPLE TRUCKS CHEVY PRODUCED FROM 99-06. THIS CAUSES THE BRAKING BELOW 10 MPH TO CAUSE PULSATION AND ABS MALFUNCTIONING CAUSING ME TO ALMOST REAR END VEHICLES AND BE UNABLE TO SLOW DOWN CORRECTLY. CHEVY KNOWS OF THE ISSUE YET IT IS NOT A REC...

Feb 20, 2014 Vehicle Speed Control 53,000 mi

THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR FOR THE ABS SYSTEM IS AFFECTED ON MULTIPLE TRUCKS CHEVY PRODUCED FROM 99-06. THIS CAUSES THE BRAKING BELOW 10 MPH TO CAUSE PULSATION AND ABS MALFUNCTIONING CAUSING ME TO ALMOST REAR END VEHICLES AND BE UNABLE TO SLOW DOWN CORRECTLY. CHEVY KNOWS OF THE ISSUE YET IT IS NOT A REC...

Jan 29, 2014 Service Brakes 54,000 mi

BRAKE LINES ARE SEVERELY CORRODED AND NEED TO BE REPLACED BEFORE THEY FAIL AND RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT. *TR

Jan 29, 2014 Service Brakes 54,000 mi

BRAKE LINES ARE SEVERELY CORRODED AND NEED TO BE REPLACED BEFORE THEY FAIL AND RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT. *TR

Dec 12, 2013 Service Brakes 69,000 mi

DESCENDING SMALL HILL TO MAKE TURN AND BRAKES FAILED. WAS ABLE TO GET VEHICLE STOPPED, BUT WAS IN-TOWN SITUATION AND VERY DICEY FOR A FEW MOMENTS. INVESTIGATION REVEALED ROTTED BRAKE LINE(S). REPAIRED REAR LINES FOR $500 . . WAS FRI AFTERNOON AND 100 MILES FROM HOME AND COULDN'T GET BRAKES REPAIRE...

Dec 12, 2013 Service Brakes 69,000 mi

DESCENDING SMALL HILL TO MAKE TURN AND BRAKES FAILED. WAS ABLE TO GET VEHICLE STOPPED, BUT WAS IN-TOWN SITUATION AND VERY DICEY FOR A FEW MOMENTS. INVESTIGATION REVEALED ROTTED BRAKE LINE(S). REPAIRED REAR LINES FOR $500 . . WAS FRI AFTERNOON AND 100 MILES FROM HOME AND COULDN'T GET BRAKES REPAIRE...

Nov 21, 2013 Service Brakes 68,600 mi

BRAKE LINE TO THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE BRAKE FAILED AND BROKE AND LOST HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TO BRAKING SYSTEM. PULLED OVER INTO A GAS STATION AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO LOCAL DEALER FOR REPAIR/REPLACEMENT. *TR

Nov 21, 2013 Service Brakes 68,600 mi

BRAKE LINE TO THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE BRAKE FAILED AND BROKE AND LOST HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TO BRAKING SYSTEM. PULLED OVER INTO A GAS STATION AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO LOCAL DEALER FOR REPAIR/REPLACEMENT. *TR

Oct 31, 2013 Service Brakes 106,625 mi

STEPPED ON THE BRAKES, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I WAS FORTUNATELY ABLE TO EXIT THE ROAD AND, UPON INSPECTION, SAW FLUID LEAKING FROM A HEAVILY CORRODED FRONT LEFT BRAKE LINE. I HAD TO HAVE BOTH FRONT BRAKE LINES REPLACED BY THE DEALER AT A VERY SIGNIFICANT COST. I HAVE N EVER HAD A CORR...

Oct 31, 2013 Service Brakes 106,625 mi

STEPPED ON THE BRAKES, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I WAS FORTUNATELY ABLE TO EXIT THE ROAD AND, UPON INSPECTION, SAW FLUID LEAKING FROM A HEAVILY CORRODED FRONT LEFT BRAKE LINE. I HAD TO HAVE BOTH FRONT BRAKE LINES REPLACED BY THE DEALER AT A VERY SIGNIFICANT COST. I HAVE N EVER HAD A CORR...

Oct 2, 2013 Service Brakes 83,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, AND APPROACHING A RED LIGHT, STEPPED ON THE BRAKES. UPON DOING SO, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I WAS ABLE TO PUMP THE PEDAL, AND DRIVE INTO THE NEXT PARKING LOT. I WALKED AROUND TO THE REAR OF THE TRUCK, WHERE I SAW A PUDDLE OF BRAKE FLUID. I LOOKED UNDER THE TRU...

Oct 2, 2013 Service Brakes 83,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, AND APPROACHING A RED LIGHT, STEPPED ON THE BRAKES. UPON DOING SO, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I WAS ABLE TO PUMP THE PEDAL, AND DRIVE INTO THE NEXT PARKING LOT. I WALKED AROUND TO THE REAR OF THE TRUCK, WHERE I SAW A PUDDLE OF BRAKE FLUID. I LOOKED UNDER THE TRU...

Aug 31, 2013 Service Brakes 62,762 mi

WHILE PULLING INTO A STORE PARKING LOT THE BRAKES GAVE OUT, CAUSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO GO STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR. UPON INSPECTION I NOTICED A BRAKE LINE COMPLETELY ROTTED GOING TO THE REAR SPLITTER NEAR THE FRAME AND ELECTRICAL HARNESS. THE REST OF THE LINE SEEMS PERFECTLY INTACT SO THIS SECTION OF L...

Aug 31, 2013 Service Brakes 62,762 mi

WHILE PULLING INTO A STORE PARKING LOT THE BRAKES GAVE OUT, CAUSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO GO STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR. UPON INSPECTION I NOTICED A BRAKE LINE COMPLETELY ROTTED GOING TO THE REAR SPLITTER NEAR THE FRAME AND ELECTRICAL HARNESS. THE REST OF THE LINE SEEMS PERFECTLY INTACT SO THIS SECTION OF L...

Aug 28, 2013 Service Brakes 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO DECELERATE, THE BRAKES FAILED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE BRAKE SENSOR HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ...

Aug 28, 2013 Service Brakes 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO DECELERATE, THE BRAKES FAILED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE BRAKE SENSOR HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ...

Aug 19, 2013 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

BRAKE LINES RUSTED THROUGH AND LOST BRAKE POWER. BRAKE FLUID ALL OVER DUE TO THE LINES RUPTURING. ABSOLUTELY UNACCEPTABLE!!!!!! HUGE SAFETY ISSUE. *TR

Aug 19, 2013 Service Brakes 79,903 mi

LOST BRAKES, REPAIR SHOP FOUND BRAKE LINE RUSTED THRU AND ALL THE LINES WERE RUSTED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ! *TR

Aug 19, 2013 Service Brakes 70,000 mi

BRAKE LINES RUSTED THROUGH AND LOST BRAKE POWER. BRAKE FLUID ALL OVER DUE TO THE LINES RUPTURING. ABSOLUTELY UNACCEPTABLE!!!!!! HUGE SAFETY ISSUE. *TR

Aug 19, 2013 Service Brakes 79,903 mi

LOST BRAKES, REPAIR SHOP FOUND BRAKE LINE RUSTED THRU AND ALL THE LINES WERE RUSTED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ! *TR

Aug 2, 2013 Air Bags Crash 100,000 mi

TL * THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING A FRONT END CRASH. THE CONTACT, THE PASSENGER, AND THE BACK SEAT PASSENGER WERE TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL WHERE THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORT...

Aug 2, 2013 Air Bags Crash 100,000 mi

TL * THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING A FRONT END CRASH. THE CONTACT, THE PASSENGER, AND THE BACK SEAT PASSENGER WERE TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL WHERE THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORT...

May 25, 2013 Service Brakes 199,995 mi

THE BRAKES ON MY TRUCK TAKE FOREVER TO WORK. I HAVE REPLACED THE ABS SENSOR AND BEARING AND FUSE AND THE LIGHTS CONTINUE TO COME ON AFTER I DRIVE A MILE AFTER STARTING IT UP. THIS IS VERY SCARY. IF I NEEDED TO STOP SUDDENLY IT WOULD CAUSE A CRASH. I HAVE RESEARCHED AND I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THI...

May 25, 2013 Service Brakes 199,995 mi

THE BRAKES ON MY TRUCK TAKE FOREVER TO WORK. I HAVE REPLACED THE ABS SENSOR AND BEARING AND FUSE AND THE LIGHTS CONTINUE TO COME ON AFTER I DRIVE A MILE AFTER STARTING IT UP. THIS IS VERY SCARY. IF I NEEDED TO STOP SUDDENLY IT WOULD CAUSE A CRASH. I HAVE RESEARCHED AND I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THI...

Apr 21, 2013 Service Brakes 47,000 mi

ROTTEN BRAKE LINES. I LOOKED AT THE BRAKE LINES WHILE CHANGING MY OIL. MY TRUCK HAS 47K ON IT. I CALLED GM. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO BRING IT TO A DEALER. I DID. THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE LINES ARE BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1500 ALSO THE TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES ARE LEAKING. I ...

Apr 21, 2013 Power Train 47,000 mi

ROTTEN BRAKE LINES. I LOOKED AT THE BRAKE LINES WHILE CHANGING MY OIL. MY TRUCK HAS 47K ON IT. I CALLED GM. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO BRING IT TO A DEALER. I DID. THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE LINES ARE BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1500 ALSO THE TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES ARE LEAKING. I ...

Apr 21, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,000 mi

ROTTEN BRAKE LINES. I LOOKED AT THE BRAKE LINES WHILE CHANGING MY OIL. MY TRUCK HAS 47K ON IT. I CALLED GM. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO BRING IT TO A DEALER. I DID. THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE LINES ARE BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1500 ALSO THE TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES ARE LEAKING. I ...

Apr 21, 2013 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,000 mi

ROTTEN BRAKE LINES. I LOOKED AT THE BRAKE LINES WHILE CHANGING MY OIL. MY TRUCK HAS 47K ON IT. I CALLED GM. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO BRING IT TO A DEALER. I DID. THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE LINES ARE BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1500 ALSO THE TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES ARE LEAKING. I ...

Apr 21, 2013 Suspension 47,000 mi

ROTTEN BRAKE LINES. I LOOKED AT THE BRAKE LINES WHILE CHANGING MY OIL. MY TRUCK HAS 47K ON IT. I CALLED GM. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO BRING IT TO A DEALER. I DID. THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE LINES ARE BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1500 ALSO THE TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES ARE LEAKING. I ...

Apr 21, 2013 Air Bags 47,000 mi

ROTTEN BRAKE LINES. I LOOKED AT THE BRAKE LINES WHILE CHANGING MY OIL. MY TRUCK HAS 47K ON IT. I CALLED GM. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO BRING IT TO A DEALER. I DID. THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE LINES ARE BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1500 ALSO THE TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES ARE LEAKING. I ...

Apr 21, 2013 Service Brakes 47,000 mi

ROTTEN BRAKE LINES. I LOOKED AT THE BRAKE LINES WHILE CHANGING MY OIL. MY TRUCK HAS 47K ON IT. I CALLED GM. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO BRING IT TO A DEALER. I DID. THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE LINES ARE BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1500 ALSO THE TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES ARE LEAKING. I ...

Apr 21, 2013 Power Train 47,000 mi

ROTTEN BRAKE LINES. I LOOKED AT THE BRAKE LINES WHILE CHANGING MY OIL. MY TRUCK HAS 47K ON IT. I CALLED GM. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO BRING IT TO A DEALER. I DID. THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE LINES ARE BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1500 ALSO THE TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES ARE LEAKING. I ...

Apr 21, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,000 mi

ROTTEN BRAKE LINES. I LOOKED AT THE BRAKE LINES WHILE CHANGING MY OIL. MY TRUCK HAS 47K ON IT. I CALLED GM. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO BRING IT TO A DEALER. I DID. THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE LINES ARE BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1500 ALSO THE TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES ARE LEAKING. I ...

Apr 21, 2013 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,000 mi

ROTTEN BRAKE LINES. I LOOKED AT THE BRAKE LINES WHILE CHANGING MY OIL. MY TRUCK HAS 47K ON IT. I CALLED GM. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO BRING IT TO A DEALER. I DID. THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE LINES ARE BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1500 ALSO THE TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES ARE LEAKING. I ...

Apr 21, 2013 Suspension 47,000 mi

ROTTEN BRAKE LINES. I LOOKED AT THE BRAKE LINES WHILE CHANGING MY OIL. MY TRUCK HAS 47K ON IT. I CALLED GM. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO BRING IT TO A DEALER. I DID. THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE LINES ARE BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1500 ALSO THE TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES ARE LEAKING. I ...

Apr 21, 2013 Air Bags 47,000 mi

ROTTEN BRAKE LINES. I LOOKED AT THE BRAKE LINES WHILE CHANGING MY OIL. MY TRUCK HAS 47K ON IT. I CALLED GM. THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAD TO BRING IT TO A DEALER. I DID. THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE BRAKE LINES ARE BAD AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1500 ALSO THE TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES ARE LEAKING. I ...

Apr 17, 2013 Service Brakes 53,246 mi

FAILED INSPECTION FOR CORRODED BRAKE LINES. *TR

Apr 17, 2013 Service Brakes 53,246 mi

FAILED INSPECTION FOR CORRODED BRAKE LINES. *TR

Mar 20, 2013 Electrical System Fire 81,700 mi

I PARKED MY TRUCK IN A BANK PARKING LOT AFTER RUNNING ERRANDS. I WENT INTO THE BANK LOBBY, LOOKED BACK, AND NOTICED MY HEADLIGHTS FLASHING. I RETURNED TO THE TRUCK, THINKING I SET OFF MY PANIC ALARM, ONLY TO FIND SMOKE FILLING THE CABIN. AFTER THE SMOKE CLEARED, I TURNED THE IGNITION KEY TO AUX P...

Mar 20, 2013 Electrical System Fire 81,700 mi

I PARKED MY TRUCK IN A BANK PARKING LOT AFTER RUNNING ERRANDS. I WENT INTO THE BANK LOBBY, LOOKED BACK, AND NOTICED MY HEADLIGHTS FLASHING. I RETURNED TO THE TRUCK, THINKING I SET OFF MY PANIC ALARM, ONLY TO FIND SMOKE FILLING THE CABIN. AFTER THE SMOKE CLEARED, I TURNED THE IGNITION KEY TO AUX P...

Mar 14, 2013 Electrical System 115,012 mi

THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ON MY TRUCK HAS GONE BAD. THE AMPERES ARE POINTING STRAIGHT DOWN. THE TEMPERATURE REGISTER HAS GONE COMPLETELY AROUND, THE OIL PRESSURE GAGE IS PEGGED ALL THE WAY. THE SPEEDOMETER WORKS FOR 20 MINUTES AND THEN LOCKS UP. I HAVE TALKED WITH OTHERS WHO HAVE SILVERADOS AND THEY ...

Mar 14, 2013 Electrical System 115,012 mi

THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ON MY TRUCK HAS GONE BAD. THE AMPERES ARE POINTING STRAIGHT DOWN. THE TEMPERATURE REGISTER HAS GONE COMPLETELY AROUND, THE OIL PRESSURE GAGE IS PEGGED ALL THE WAY. THE SPEEDOMETER WORKS FOR 20 MINUTES AND THEN LOCKS UP. I HAVE TALKED WITH OTHERS WHO HAVE SILVERADOS AND THEY ...

Jan 29, 2013 Service Brakes 52,000 mi

EXPERIENCED BRAKING FAILURE AND ACTIVATION OF ANTI-LOCK BRAKES WHEN BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS. THIS CAUSES LONGER BRAKING TIMES AND DISTANCES AND I HAVE NARROWLY AVOIDED HITTING CARS IN FRONT OF ME, RUNNING STOP SIGNS, ETC. ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. AFTER RESEARCHING THIS PHENOMENON, IT IS KNOWN AS UNINT...

Jan 29, 2013 Service Brakes 52,000 mi

EXPERIENCED BRAKING FAILURE AND ACTIVATION OF ANTI-LOCK BRAKES WHEN BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS. THIS CAUSES LONGER BRAKING TIMES AND DISTANCES AND I HAVE NARROWLY AVOIDED HITTING CARS IN FRONT OF ME, RUNNING STOP SIGNS, ETC. ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. AFTER RESEARCHING THIS PHENOMENON, IT IS KNOWN AS UNINT...

Jan 19, 2013 Service Brakes 123,059 mi

I WAS FOLLOWING MY GIRLFRIEND IN MY TRUCK & WHEN COMING TO A SLOW STOP AT LESS THAN 5MPH, MY TRUCKS ABS STARTED TO ACTIVATE ON DRY ROAD CONDITIONS CAUSING ME TO BUMP INTO HER CAR! NO REAL DAMAGE OCCURRED TO EITHER OF OUR VEHICLES BUT AFTER RESEARCHING THIS KNOWN GM PROBLEM WITH THEIR ABS SYSTEMS AN...

Jan 19, 2013 Service Brakes 123,059 mi

I WAS FOLLOWING MY GIRLFRIEND IN MY TRUCK & WHEN COMING TO A SLOW STOP AT LESS THAN 5MPH, MY TRUCKS ABS STARTED TO ACTIVATE ON DRY ROAD CONDITIONS CAUSING ME TO BUMP INTO HER CAR! NO REAL DAMAGE OCCURRED TO EITHER OF OUR VEHICLES BUT AFTER RESEARCHING THIS KNOWN GM PROBLEM WITH THEIR ABS SYSTEMS AN...

Jan 18, 2013 Service Brakes 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND TO DECELERATION ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S HOME AND UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE COMPLETE...

Jan 18, 2013 Service Brakes 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND TO DECELERATION ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S HOME AND UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE COMPLETE...

Jan 7, 2013 Structure

PAINT CORRODED AROUND 3RD BRAKE LIGHT DEALER (CHEVY) WHERE PURCHASED IS OUT OF BUSINESS. PAINT DEFAULT? *TR

Jan 7, 2013 Structure

PAINT CORRODED AROUND 3RD BRAKE LIGHT DEALER (CHEVY) WHERE PURCHASED IS OUT OF BUSINESS. PAINT DEFAULT? *TR

Dec 11, 2012 Service Brakes 63,327 mi

AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN COMING TO A STOP, THE ABS WILL ACTIVATE FOR NO REASON. APART FROM BEING AN ANNOYANCE, THIS ALSO CAUSES A LONGER STOPPING DISTANCE WHICH POSES A HAZARD IF THERE IS ANOTHER VEHICLE IN FRONT OF YOU. THE RIGHT SENSOR WAS REPLACED IN 3/2011 AND THE LEFT SENSOR WAS REPLACED IN 11/2012. ...

Dec 11, 2012 Service Brakes 63,327 mi

AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN COMING TO A STOP, THE ABS WILL ACTIVATE FOR NO REASON. APART FROM BEING AN ANNOYANCE, THIS ALSO CAUSES A LONGER STOPPING DISTANCE WHICH POSES A HAZARD IF THERE IS ANOTHER VEHICLE IN FRONT OF YOU. THE RIGHT SENSOR WAS REPLACED IN 3/2011 AND THE LEFT SENSOR WAS REPLACED IN 11/2012. ...

Dec 3, 2012 Service Brakes 32,800 mi

THE ABS WOULD COME ON AT NORMAL OR LOW SPEEDS. STOPPING AT THE END OF DRIVEWAY, OR GOING THROUGH TOWN AT 35 MILES AN HOUR, STOPPING AT RED LIGHTS AND STOP SIGNS. AND THE NOISE GOT LOUDER AND LOUDER. OUR MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT HE HAD SEEN THIS IN SEVERAL SILVERADO PICK UPS. *TR

Dec 3, 2012 Service Brakes 32,800 mi

THE ABS WOULD COME ON AT NORMAL OR LOW SPEEDS. STOPPING AT THE END OF DRIVEWAY, OR GOING THROUGH TOWN AT 35 MILES AN HOUR, STOPPING AT RED LIGHTS AND STOP SIGNS. AND THE NOISE GOT LOUDER AND LOUDER. OUR MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT HE HAD SEEN THIS IN SEVERAL SILVERADO PICK UPS. *TR

Nov 5, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN HE APPLIED THE BRAKE AT A STOP SIGN AND THE ABS SENSOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUED AN EXTRA TEN FEET BEFORE STOPPING. THE FAILURE HAD RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND...

Nov 5, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN HE APPLIED THE BRAKE AT A STOP SIGN AND THE ABS SENSOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUED AN EXTRA TEN FEET BEFORE STOPPING. THE FAILURE HAD RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND...

Oct 23, 2012 Steering 18,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH THERE WAS A POPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MECHANIC APPLIED LUBRICATION TO THE STEERING SHAFT. T...

Oct 23, 2012 Steering 18,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH THERE WAS A POPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MECHANIC APPLIED LUBRICATION TO THE STEERING SHAFT. T...

Oct 2, 2012 Service Brakes 27,913 mi

MY BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE. I HAD THE TRUCK TOWED TO MY MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT ALL FOUR BRAKE LINES WERE SEVERELY CORRODED, LEAKING BRAKE FLUID, AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS REPAIR COST ME $948.96. MY MECHANIC ALSO TOLD ME THAT OTHER PORTION...

Oct 2, 2012 Service Brakes 27,913 mi

MY BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE. I HAD THE TRUCK TOWED TO MY MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT ALL FOUR BRAKE LINES WERE SEVERELY CORRODED, LEAKING BRAKE FLUID, AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS REPAIR COST ME $948.96. MY MECHANIC ALSO TOLD ME THAT OTHER PORTION...

Sep 20, 2012 Service Brakes 161,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO MY HOUSE OVER A BRIDGE, WITH A LOAD OF WOOD AND LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE DUE TO NO BRAKES. I QUICKLY PUT THE TRUCK IN LOWER GEAR AND PRESS ON THE EMERGENCY BRAKE SKIDDING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I WAS NERVOUS AS I WAS TRAVELING ON A ROAD AND ONTO A BRIDGE. LATER I FOUND BRAKE FL...

Sep 20, 2012 Service Brakes 161,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING TO MY HOUSE OVER A BRIDGE, WITH A LOAD OF WOOD AND LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE DUE TO NO BRAKES. I QUICKLY PUT THE TRUCK IN LOWER GEAR AND PRESS ON THE EMERGENCY BRAKE SKIDDING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I WAS NERVOUS AS I WAS TRAVELING ON A ROAD AND ONTO A BRIDGE. LATER I FOUND BRAKE FL...

Sep 5, 2012 Service Brakes 47,000 mi

WHEN RETURNING TO MY TRUCK IN MY DRIVEWAY, I DISCOVERED THE MAJORITY OF MY BRAKE FLUID ON THE GROUND. THE BRAKE LINE TO MY DRIVER SIDE REAR RUPTURED WHEN THE PARKING BRAKE WAS APPLIED, THE RUPTURE WAS CAUSED BY A COMPLETE RUST THROUGH OF THE LINE. *TR

Sep 5, 2012 Service Brakes 47,000 mi

WHEN RETURNING TO MY TRUCK IN MY DRIVEWAY, I DISCOVERED THE MAJORITY OF MY BRAKE FLUID ON THE GROUND. THE BRAKE LINE TO MY DRIVER SIDE REAR RUPTURED WHEN THE PARKING BRAKE WAS APPLIED, THE RUPTURE WAS CAUSED BY A COMPLETE RUST THROUGH OF THE LINE. *TR

Aug 19, 2012 Service Brakes 54,120 mi

I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE PULLING INTO MY DRIVEWAY AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION I DISCOVERED THAT MY BRAKE LINES ARE SEVERELY RUSTED AND ONE LINE HAS A HOLE IN IT. MY VEHICLE HAS LOW MILES AND THIS SHOULD NOT BE AN ISSUE. THIS IS A VERY SERIOUS PROBLEM AND I OR MY...

Aug 19, 2012 Service Brakes 54,120 mi

I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE PULLING INTO MY DRIVEWAY AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION I DISCOVERED THAT MY BRAKE LINES ARE SEVERELY RUSTED AND ONE LINE HAS A HOLE IN IT. MY VEHICLE HAS LOW MILES AND THIS SHOULD NOT BE AN ISSUE. THIS IS A VERY SERIOUS PROBLEM AND I OR MY...

Jul 22, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 63,000 mi

THE RANGE INDICATOR STATED 54 MILES, YET RAN OUT OF FUEL. GAUGE READ 1/4 TANK. THE NEXT TIME RANGE WAS 89 MILES AND RAN OUT. *TR

Jul 22, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 63,000 mi

THE RANGE INDICATOR STATED 54 MILES, YET RAN OUT OF FUEL. GAUGE READ 1/4 TANK. THE NEXT TIME RANGE WAS 89 MILES AND RAN OUT. *TR

Jun 29, 2012 Service Brakes 67,000 mi

DANGER/ WILL MY BRAKES WORK,TRUCK GO INTO FLAMES OR WILL THE FRAME BREAK IN HALF. RUST! MY 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO P/U IS SHOWROOM ON TOP AND 50 YEARS OLD ON THE BOTTOM. I AM AN AUTO TECH WITH 39 YEARS IN THE INDUSTRY AND HAVE NOT SEEN A FRAME AND WHAT'S ATTACHED TO IT RUST LIKE THIS. IM INTO BRAKE LIN...

Jun 29, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 67,000 mi

DANGER/ WILL MY BRAKES WORK,TRUCK GO INTO FLAMES OR WILL THE FRAME BREAK IN HALF. RUST! MY 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO P/U IS SHOWROOM ON TOP AND 50 YEARS OLD ON THE BOTTOM. I AM AN AUTO TECH WITH 39 YEARS IN THE INDUSTRY AND HAVE NOT SEEN A FRAME AND WHAT'S ATTACHED TO IT RUST LIKE THIS. IM INTO BRAKE LIN...

Jun 29, 2012 Service Brakes 67,000 mi

DANGER/ WILL MY BRAKES WORK,TRUCK GO INTO FLAMES OR WILL THE FRAME BREAK IN HALF. RUST! MY 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO P/U IS SHOWROOM ON TOP AND 50 YEARS OLD ON THE BOTTOM. I AM AN AUTO TECH WITH 39 YEARS IN THE INDUSTRY AND HAVE NOT SEEN A FRAME AND WHAT'S ATTACHED TO IT RUST LIKE THIS. IM INTO BRAKE LIN...

Jun 29, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 67,000 mi

DANGER/ WILL MY BRAKES WORK,TRUCK GO INTO FLAMES OR WILL THE FRAME BREAK IN HALF. RUST! MY 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO P/U IS SHOWROOM ON TOP AND 50 YEARS OLD ON THE BOTTOM. I AM AN AUTO TECH WITH 39 YEARS IN THE INDUSTRY AND HAVE NOT SEEN A FRAME AND WHAT'S ATTACHED TO IT RUST LIKE THIS. IM INTO BRAKE LIN...

Jun 28, 2012 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

TL* CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH THE BRAKE LINE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE BRAKE LINES. APPROXIMATELY 34,000 MILES LATER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED THAT THE FAI...

Jun 28, 2012 Service Brakes 40,000 mi

TL* CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH THE BRAKE LINE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE BRAKE LINES. APPROXIMATELY 34,000 MILES LATER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED THAT THE FAI...

Apr 6, 2012 Steering 23,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING CATCH FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE WHEEL TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACE...

Apr 6, 2012 Suspension 23,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING CATCH FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE WHEEL TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACE...

Apr 6, 2012 Steering 23,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING CATCH FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE WHEEL TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACE...

Apr 6, 2012 Suspension 23,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING CATCH FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE WHEEL TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACE...

Apr 6, 2012 Steering 23,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING CATCH FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE WHEEL TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACE...

Apr 6, 2012 Tires 23,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING CATCH FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE WHEEL TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACE...

Apr 6, 2012 Electrical System 19,611 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500, 4-DOOR. I HAD MY WIFE AND TWO CHILDREN IN THE TRUCK. WHEN WE GOT TO OUR DESTINATION, MY DAUGHTER COULD NOT OPEN HER DOOR (REAR DRIVER SIDE DOOR). I CONFIRMED THE DOORS WERE UNLOCKED BY USING THE AUTOMATIC LOCK/UNLOCK FEATURE I HAVE ON THE DRIVERS DOOR. ...

Apr 6, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 19,611 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500, 4-DOOR. I HAD MY WIFE AND TWO CHILDREN IN THE TRUCK. WHEN WE GOT TO OUR DESTINATION, MY DAUGHTER COULD NOT OPEN HER DOOR (REAR DRIVER SIDE DOOR). I CONFIRMED THE DOORS WERE UNLOCKED BY USING THE AUTOMATIC LOCK/UNLOCK FEATURE I HAVE ON THE DRIVERS DOOR. ...

Apr 6, 2012 Steering 23,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING CATCH FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE WHEEL TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACE...

Apr 6, 2012 Suspension 23,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING CATCH FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE WHEEL TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACE...

Apr 6, 2012 Steering 23,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING CATCH FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE WHEEL TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACE...

Apr 6, 2012 Suspension 23,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING CATCH FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE WHEEL TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACE...

Apr 6, 2012 Steering 23,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING CATCH FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE WHEEL TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACE...

Apr 6, 2012 Tires 23,800 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING CATCH FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE WHEEL TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACE...

Apr 6, 2012 Electrical System 19,611 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500, 4-DOOR. I HAD MY WIFE AND TWO CHILDREN IN THE TRUCK. WHEN WE GOT TO OUR DESTINATION, MY DAUGHTER COULD NOT OPEN HER DOOR (REAR DRIVER SIDE DOOR). I CONFIRMED THE DOORS WERE UNLOCKED BY USING THE AUTOMATIC LOCK/UNLOCK FEATURE I HAVE ON THE DRIVERS DOOR. ...

Apr 6, 2012 Latches/locks/linkages 19,611 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500, 4-DOOR. I HAD MY WIFE AND TWO CHILDREN IN THE TRUCK. WHEN WE GOT TO OUR DESTINATION, MY DAUGHTER COULD NOT OPEN HER DOOR (REAR DRIVER SIDE DOOR). I CONFIRMED THE DOORS WERE UNLOCKED BY USING THE AUTOMATIC LOCK/UNLOCK FEATURE I HAVE ON THE DRIVERS DOOR. ...

Feb 22, 2012 Steering 12,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS NOT ALIGNED CORRECTLY AND HE HAD TO CONSTANTLY MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL IN ORDER TO KEEP THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE INT...

Feb 22, 2012 Visibility

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WOULD BLOW HOT AIR FROM THE VENTS AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE VENTS WOULD BLOW COLD AIR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE HEATING AND AIR UNIT ACTUATOR NEEDED TO ...

Feb 22, 2012 Steering 12,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS NOT ALIGNED CORRECTLY AND HE HAD TO CONSTANTLY MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL IN ORDER TO KEEP THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE INT...

Feb 22, 2012 Visibility

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WOULD BLOW HOT AIR FROM THE VENTS AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE VENTS WOULD BLOW COLD AIR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE HEATING AND AIR UNIT ACTUATOR NEEDED TO ...

Jan 20, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,000 mi

ABS ACTIVATING AT LOW SPEEDS ON DRY PAVEMENT, CAUSING A LONGER THAN ANTICIPATED STOPPING DISTANCE. *TT

Jan 20, 2012 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,000 mi

ABS ACTIVATING AT LOW SPEEDS ON DRY PAVEMENT, CAUSING A LONGER THAN ANTICIPATED STOPPING DISTANCE. *TT

Dec 13, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 53,000 mi

ABS SENSOR(S) OPERATE WHEN SLOWING TO A STOP REGARDLESS OF ROAD CONDITIONS. THIS INITIALLY HAPPENED ONLY OCCASIONALLY BUT NOW IS NEARLY CONSTANT AND REPAIR IS NEEDED. GM DEALER INITIALLY HAD NO CLUE OF WHAT WAS HAPPENING BUT ALSO FOUND PLAY IN RIGHT FRONT HUB, INTERNET SEARCH SHOWS MANY DRIVERS WITH...

Dec 13, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 53,000 mi

ABS SENSOR(S) OPERATE WHEN SLOWING TO A STOP REGARDLESS OF ROAD CONDITIONS. THIS INITIALLY HAPPENED ONLY OCCASIONALLY BUT NOW IS NEARLY CONSTANT AND REPAIR IS NEEDED. GM DEALER INITIALLY HAD NO CLUE OF WHAT WAS HAPPENING BUT ALSO FOUND PLAY IN RIGHT FRONT HUB, INTERNET SEARCH SHOWS MANY DRIVERS WITH...

Nov 2, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 122,345 mi

WHILE APPROACHING A ONE LANE BRIDGE ON DRY, CLEAN PAVEMENT AT APPROX 10 MPH I ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE TO LINE UP WITH THE BRIDGE. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO BRAKE, WITH THE ABS LIGHT COMING ON AND STAYED ON AND A LOUD NOISE CAME FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL WELL. I CLOSELY MISSED HITTING THE RAIL OF T...

Nov 2, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 122,345 mi

WHILE APPROACHING A ONE LANE BRIDGE ON DRY, CLEAN PAVEMENT AT APPROX 10 MPH I ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE TO LINE UP WITH THE BRIDGE. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO BRAKE, WITH THE ABS LIGHT COMING ON AND STAYED ON AND A LOUD NOISE CAME FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL WELL. I CLOSELY MISSED HITTING THE RAIL OF T...

Oct 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 39,000 mi

PLEASE NOTE MILEAGE ON THIS VEHICLE AT TIME PROBLEMS BEGAN WAS AT 37,000. BRAKE PEDAL WAS TRAVELING TO THE FLOOR AT SPEEDS BELOW 10 MPH CAUSING ABS LIGHT TO COME ON AND PEDAL TO MOVE UP AND DOWN. MORE ALLOWANCE IN STOPPING DISTANCE WAS REQUIRED. MAY 2010 - HAD TO INSTALL NEW BRAKE PADS IN THE FRO...

Oct 18, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 39,000 mi

PLEASE NOTE MILEAGE ON THIS VEHICLE AT TIME PROBLEMS BEGAN WAS AT 37,000. BRAKE PEDAL WAS TRAVELING TO THE FLOOR AT SPEEDS BELOW 10 MPH CAUSING ABS LIGHT TO COME ON AND PEDAL TO MOVE UP AND DOWN. MORE ALLOWANCE IN STOPPING DISTANCE WAS REQUIRED. MAY 2010 - HAD TO INSTALL NEW BRAKE PADS IN THE FRO...

Sep 29, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 48,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED, AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOOR. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINE AND FUEL LINES WERE COVERED WITH RUST. THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS RUSTED AS WELL. THE MANUFA...

Sep 29, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 48,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED, AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOOR. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINE AND FUEL LINES WERE COVERED WITH RUST. THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS RUSTED AS WELL. THE MANUFA...

Sep 29, 2011 Structure 48,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED, AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOOR. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINE AND FUEL LINES WERE COVERED WITH RUST. THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS RUSTED AS WELL. THE MANUFA...

Sep 29, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 48,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED, AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOOR. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINE AND FUEL LINES WERE COVERED WITH RUST. THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS RUSTED AS WELL. THE MANUFA...

Sep 29, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 48,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED, AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOOR. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINE AND FUEL LINES WERE COVERED WITH RUST. THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS RUSTED AS WELL. THE MANUFA...

Sep 29, 2011 Structure 48,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED, AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOOR. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE LINE AND FUEL LINES WERE COVERED WITH RUST. THE ENTIRE FRAME WAS RUSTED AS WELL. THE MANUFA...

Sep 6, 2011 Steering 40,000 mi

MY TRUCK HAS HAD 2 SETS OF BRAKES 4 WHEEL SPEED SENSORS ANOTHER SET OF CALIPERS AND NEW TIRES. THE BRAKE LOCKED PULLING MY BOAT THANK GOD IT WAS RAINING OUTSIDE . THE STERRING WHEEL IS SHAKING, I GOT ANOTHER ALINEMENT THAT DID NOT HELP, SO I WENT TO SEE THE WHEELS NEED BALANCED AND IT DID NOT TAKE C...

Sep 6, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

MY TRUCK HAS HAD 2 SETS OF BRAKES 4 WHEEL SPEED SENSORS ANOTHER SET OF CALIPERS AND NEW TIRES. THE BRAKE LOCKED PULLING MY BOAT THANK GOD IT WAS RAINING OUTSIDE . THE STERRING WHEEL IS SHAKING, I GOT ANOTHER ALINEMENT THAT DID NOT HELP, SO I WENT TO SEE THE WHEELS NEED BALANCED AND IT DID NOT TAKE C...

Sep 6, 2011 Wheels 40,000 mi

MY TRUCK HAS HAD 2 SETS OF BRAKES 4 WHEEL SPEED SENSORS ANOTHER SET OF CALIPERS AND NEW TIRES. THE BRAKE LOCKED PULLING MY BOAT THANK GOD IT WAS RAINING OUTSIDE . THE STERRING WHEEL IS SHAKING, I GOT ANOTHER ALINEMENT THAT DID NOT HELP, SO I WENT TO SEE THE WHEELS NEED BALANCED AND IT DID NOT TAKE C...

Sep 6, 2011 Steering 40,000 mi

MY TRUCK HAS HAD 2 SETS OF BRAKES 4 WHEEL SPEED SENSORS ANOTHER SET OF CALIPERS AND NEW TIRES. THE BRAKE LOCKED PULLING MY BOAT THANK GOD IT WAS RAINING OUTSIDE . THE STERRING WHEEL IS SHAKING, I GOT ANOTHER ALINEMENT THAT DID NOT HELP, SO I WENT TO SEE THE WHEELS NEED BALANCED AND IT DID NOT TAKE C...

Sep 6, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 40,000 mi

MY TRUCK HAS HAD 2 SETS OF BRAKES 4 WHEEL SPEED SENSORS ANOTHER SET OF CALIPERS AND NEW TIRES. THE BRAKE LOCKED PULLING MY BOAT THANK GOD IT WAS RAINING OUTSIDE . THE STERRING WHEEL IS SHAKING, I GOT ANOTHER ALINEMENT THAT DID NOT HELP, SO I WENT TO SEE THE WHEELS NEED BALANCED AND IT DID NOT TAKE C...

Sep 6, 2011 Wheels 40,000 mi

MY TRUCK HAS HAD 2 SETS OF BRAKES 4 WHEEL SPEED SENSORS ANOTHER SET OF CALIPERS AND NEW TIRES. THE BRAKE LOCKED PULLING MY BOAT THANK GOD IT WAS RAINING OUTSIDE . THE STERRING WHEEL IS SHAKING, I GOT ANOTHER ALINEMENT THAT DID NOT HELP, SO I WENT TO SEE THE WHEELS NEED BALANCED AND IT DID NOT TAKE C...

Aug 30, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 119,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 LT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKES, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER AND THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE REAR PADS AND SHOES WERE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR THE REAR ...

Aug 30, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 119,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 LT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKES, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER AND THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE REAR PADS AND SHOES WERE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR THE REAR ...

Aug 17, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH THE CONTACT HEARD A GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE EXTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTICS. THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE ABS LIGHT ILLU...

Aug 17, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH THE CONTACT HEARD A GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE EXTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTICS. THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE ABS LIGHT ILLU...

Aug 15, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 65,000 mi

2006 SILVERADO ABS PROBLEM. ABS ACTIVATES AT LOW SPEEDS, WHEN IT SHOULD NOT. INCREASES STOPPING DISTANCE. EARLIER VEHICLES WITH SAME PROBLEM WERE RECALLED. WHY HAS THIS NOT BEEN RECALLED??? SOMEONE COULD GET INJURED OR KILLED BECAUSE OF THIS SAFETY ISSUE... *TR

Aug 15, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 65,000 mi

2006 SILVERADO ABS PROBLEM. ABS ACTIVATES AT LOW SPEEDS, WHEN IT SHOULD NOT. INCREASES STOPPING DISTANCE. EARLIER VEHICLES WITH SAME PROBLEM WERE RECALLED. WHY HAS THIS NOT BEEN RECALLED??? SOMEONE COULD GET INJURED OR KILLED BECAUSE OF THIS SAFETY ISSUE... *TR

Aug 5, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 123,195 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE FRONT BRAKES ENGAGED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO KEEP THE VEHICLE UNDER CONTROL. THE CONTACT EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT BRAKES WERE OVERHEATED, CAUS...

Aug 5, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 123,195 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE FRONT BRAKES ENGAGED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO KEEP THE VEHICLE UNDER CONTROL. THE CONTACT EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT BRAKES WERE OVERHEATED, CAUS...

Jul 20, 2011 Equipment 47,600 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THE AIR CONDITIONER BLOWER FAILED. THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN THE AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH ON AND OFF SEVERAL TIMES IN ORDER FOR THE BLOWER TO WORK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL GARAGE WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE...

Jul 20, 2011 Equipment 47,600 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THE AIR CONDITIONER BLOWER FAILED. THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN THE AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH ON AND OFF SEVERAL TIMES IN ORDER FOR THE BLOWER TO WORK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL GARAGE WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE...

Jul 11, 2011 Electrical System 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE VEHICLE RESTARTED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO STATED THERE WAS A WIRE SHORTAGE UNDERNEATH THE DASHBOARD AREA. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ...

Jul 11, 2011 Structure 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE VEHICLE RESTARTED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO STATED THERE WAS A WIRE SHORTAGE UNDERNEATH THE DASHBOARD AREA. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ...

Jul 11, 2011 Electrical System 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE VEHICLE RESTARTED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO STATED THERE WAS A WIRE SHORTAGE UNDERNEATH THE DASHBOARD AREA. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ...

Jul 11, 2011 Structure 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE VEHICLE RESTARTED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO STATED THERE WAS A WIRE SHORTAGE UNDERNEATH THE DASHBOARD AREA. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT ...

Jun 30, 2011 Suspension 36,000 mi

2006 SILVERALDO AFTER 36000 MILES BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARING FAILED THEN AT 105000 LEFT FRONT WHEEL BEARING FAILED AGAIN I DRIVE MAINLY ON HIWAYS VERY LITTLE SIDE ROADS. *TR

Jun 30, 2011 Suspension 36,000 mi

2006 SILVERALDO AFTER 36000 MILES BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARING FAILED THEN AT 105000 LEFT FRONT WHEEL BEARING FAILED AGAIN I DRIVE MAINLY ON HIWAYS VERY LITTLE SIDE ROADS. *TR

Jun 9, 2011 Power Train 86,630 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO PLACE THE CLUTCH PEDAL IN FIRST GEAR WHEN IT REMAINED ON THE FLOOR AND DID NOT RELEASE. HE ALSO NOTICED THAT THE PEDAL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE, CAUSING THE SLAVE CYLINDER TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHO IN...

Jun 9, 2011 Power Train 86,630 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO PLACE THE CLUTCH PEDAL IN FIRST GEAR WHEN IT REMAINED ON THE FLOOR AND DID NOT RELEASE. HE ALSO NOTICED THAT THE PEDAL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE, CAUSING THE SLAVE CYLINDER TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHO IN...

May 26, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

AT LOW SPEEDS COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM WILL FUNCTION AND PULSE CAUSING AN EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCE. ALONG WITH IT BEING A SAFETY ISSUE IT IS ALSO AN ANNOYING NUISANCE ALWAYS HEARING THE LOUD PULSING OF THE ABS BRAKES.

May 26, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 55,000 mi

AT LOW SPEEDS COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM WILL FUNCTION AND PULSE CAUSING AN EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCE. ALONG WITH IT BEING A SAFETY ISSUE IT IS ALSO AN ANNOYING NUISANCE ALWAYS HEARING THE LOUD PULSING OF THE ABS BRAKES.

May 6, 2011 Structure 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHEN THE VEHICLE STOPPED THE CONTACT STATED THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME EXTREMELY LOOSE. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED A CRACK ON FRONT PASSENGER SIDE FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS...

May 6, 2011 Structure 130,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHEN THE VEHICLE STOPPED THE CONTACT STATED THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME EXTREMELY LOOSE. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED A CRACK ON FRONT PASSENGER SIDE FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS...

May 5, 2011 Electrical System 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO K1500 . WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE WAS PROVIDING INACCURATE FUEL LEVELS AND WAS READING THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS EMPTY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CL...

May 5, 2011 Electrical System 57,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO K1500 . WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE WAS PROVIDING INACCURATE FUEL LEVELS AND WAS READING THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS EMPTY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THAT THE INSTRUMENT CL...

Apr 20, 2011 Air Bags Crash 80,000 mi

INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION WITH A 15' HIGH ROCK BERM AT 50 MPH. AFTER HITTING THE ROCKS THE TRUCK LIFTED AND FLIPPED ONTO THE PASSENGER SIDE. FOUR OF FIVE OCCUPANTS SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES. THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING COLLISION. *TR

Apr 20, 2011 Air Bags Crash 80,000 mi

INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION WITH A 15' HIGH ROCK BERM AT 50 MPH. AFTER HITTING THE ROCKS THE TRUCK LIFTED AND FLIPPED ONTO THE PASSENGER SIDE. FOUR OF FIVE OCCUPANTS SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES. THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING COLLISION. *TR

Apr 4, 2011 Suspension 41,780 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH ENTERING A DRIVEWAY, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIV...

Apr 4, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

AT LOW SPEEDS COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM WILL FUNCTION AND PULSE CAUSING AN EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCE. ALONG WITH IT BEING A SAFETY ISSUE IT IS ALSO AN ANNOYING NUISANCE ALWAYS HEARING THE LOUD PULSING OF THE ABS BRAKES.

Apr 4, 2011 Suspension 41,780 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH ENTERING A DRIVEWAY, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIV...

Apr 4, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

AT LOW SPEEDS COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM WILL FUNCTION AND PULSE CAUSING AN EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCE. ALONG WITH IT BEING A SAFETY ISSUE IT IS ALSO AN ANNOYING NUISANCE ALWAYS HEARING THE LOUD PULSING OF THE ABS BRAKES.

Mar 24, 2011 Power Train 41,000 mi

HUB BEARINGS STARTRED TO MAKE A LOUD NOISE AND TRANSMISSION FRONT SEAL STARTED TO LEAK. I HAVE A 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO Z71 WITH ONLY 41260 MILES ON IT. THIS SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING WITH SO LOW MILES. TRIED TO GET IT FIXED BUT THE EXTENDED WARRANTY I HAVE WILL NOT TOUCH IT BECAUSE IT IS LIFTED. THE PR...

Mar 24, 2011 Power Train 41,000 mi

HUB BEARINGS STARTRED TO MAKE A LOUD NOISE AND TRANSMISSION FRONT SEAL STARTED TO LEAK. I HAVE A 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO Z71 WITH ONLY 41260 MILES ON IT. THIS SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING WITH SO LOW MILES. TRIED TO GET IT FIXED BUT THE EXTENDED WARRANTY I HAVE WILL NOT TOUCH IT BECAUSE IT IS LIFTED. THE PR...

Mar 24, 2011 Power Train 41,000 mi

HUB BEARINGS STARTRED TO MAKE A LOUD NOISE AND TRANSMISSION FRONT SEAL STARTED TO LEAK. I HAVE A 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO Z71 WITH ONLY 41260 MILES ON IT. THIS SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING WITH SO LOW MILES. TRIED TO GET IT FIXED BUT THE EXTENDED WARRANTY I HAVE WILL NOT TOUCH IT BECAUSE IT IS LIFTED. THE PR...

Mar 24, 2011 Power Train 41,000 mi

HUB BEARINGS STARTRED TO MAKE A LOUD NOISE AND TRANSMISSION FRONT SEAL STARTED TO LEAK. I HAVE A 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO Z71 WITH ONLY 41260 MILES ON IT. THIS SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING WITH SO LOW MILES. TRIED TO GET IT FIXED BUT THE EXTENDED WARRANTY I HAVE WILL NOT TOUCH IT BECAUSE IT IS LIFTED. THE PR...

Mar 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 63,593 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY TRUCK DOWN THE FREEWAY, THE ENGINE LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON AND A WARNING APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD STATING "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" AND THE TRUCK SHUT ITSELF DOWN TO 10 MILES AN HOUR IN SECONDS. I HAD VEHICLES COMING UP BEHIND ME TRAVELING AT 60 MPH AND HIGHER THAT NEARLY HIT ME FROM ...

Mar 17, 2011 Electrical System 63,593 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY TRUCK DOWN THE FREEWAY, THE ENGINE LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON AND A WARNING APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD STATING "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" AND THE TRUCK SHUT ITSELF DOWN TO 10 MILES AN HOUR IN SECONDS. I HAD VEHICLES COMING UP BEHIND ME TRAVELING AT 60 MPH AND HIGHER THAT NEARLY HIT ME FROM ...

Mar 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 63,593 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY TRUCK DOWN THE FREEWAY, THE ENGINE LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON AND A WARNING APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD STATING "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" AND THE TRUCK SHUT ITSELF DOWN TO 10 MILES AN HOUR IN SECONDS. I HAD VEHICLES COMING UP BEHIND ME TRAVELING AT 60 MPH AND HIGHER THAT NEARLY HIT ME FROM ...

Mar 17, 2011 Vehicle Speed Control 63,593 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY TRUCK DOWN THE FREEWAY, THE ENGINE LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON AND A WARNING APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD STATING "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" AND THE TRUCK SHUT ITSELF DOWN TO 10 MILES AN HOUR IN SECONDS. I HAD VEHICLES COMING UP BEHIND ME TRAVELING AT 60 MPH AND HIGHER THAT NEARLY HIT ME FROM ...

Mar 17, 2011 Electrical System 63,593 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY TRUCK DOWN THE FREEWAY, THE ENGINE LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON AND A WARNING APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD STATING "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" AND THE TRUCK SHUT ITSELF DOWN TO 10 MILES AN HOUR IN SECONDS. I HAD VEHICLES COMING UP BEHIND ME TRAVELING AT 60 MPH AND HIGHER THAT NEARLY HIT ME FROM ...

Mar 17, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 63,593 mi

WHILE DRIVING MY TRUCK DOWN THE FREEWAY, THE ENGINE LIGHT SUDDENLY CAME ON AND A WARNING APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD STATING "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" AND THE TRUCK SHUT ITSELF DOWN TO 10 MILES AN HOUR IN SECONDS. I HAD VEHICLES COMING UP BEHIND ME TRAVELING AT 60 MPH AND HIGHER THAT NEARLY HIT ME FROM ...

Feb 27, 2011 Tires

I PURCHASED (4) NITTO TERRA GRAPPLER AT 265/70/17 TIRES ABOUT 2 MONTHS AGO. EVER SINCE I'VE HAD THEM I'VE BEEN HAVING A SLIDING PROBLEM. WHEN I ALMOST COME TO A COMPLETE STOP THE TIRES START SLIDING ON DRY AND DIRT FREE PAVEMENT AND ACTIVATES MY ABS. MY ABS SENSORS ARE NOT DIRTY. I'VE NEVER HAD THIS...

Feb 27, 2011 Tires

I PURCHASED (4) NITTO TERRA GRAPPLER AT 265/70/17 TIRES ABOUT 2 MONTHS AGO. EVER SINCE I'VE HAD THEM I'VE BEEN HAVING A SLIDING PROBLEM. WHEN I ALMOST COME TO A COMPLETE STOP THE TIRES START SLIDING ON DRY AND DIRT FREE PAVEMENT AND ACTIVATES MY ABS. MY ABS SENSORS ARE NOT DIRTY. I'VE NEVER HAD THIS...

Feb 11, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN REFUELING THE VEHICLE, GASOLINE BEGAN SPEWING FROM THE FUEL FILLER NECK WHILE REFUELING. THE ONLY WAY THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO REFUEL THE VEHICLE WAS TO SLOWLY PUMP THE FUEL FOR THREE SECONDS BEFORE ALLOWING THE FUEL T...

Feb 11, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN REFUELING THE VEHICLE, GASOLINE BEGAN SPEWING FROM THE FUEL FILLER NECK WHILE REFUELING. THE ONLY WAY THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO REFUEL THE VEHICLE WAS TO SLOWLY PUMP THE FUEL FOR THREE SECONDS BEFORE ALLOWING THE FUEL T...

Jan 19, 2011 Wheels 51,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER, THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED HE FELT AN UNUSUAL BUMP AND SUDDENLY, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME EXTREMELY STIFF. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHIC...

Jan 19, 2011 Wheels 51,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER, THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED HE FELT AN UNUSUAL BUMP AND SUDDENLY, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME EXTREMELY STIFF. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHIC...

Jan 9, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,442 mi

WHILE TRYING TO STOP VEHICLE, WHILE BRAKE PEDAL ENGAGED, BRAKES RELEASED AND LOST BRAKING POWER, CONTINUING TO GO FORWARD WITH VERY LIMITED ABILITY TO STOP THE VEHICLE. STOPPING OF VEHICLE WAS ACHIEVED BY CONTINUING MULTIPLE TIMES TO RE-ENGAGE THE BRAKES EACH TIME THE BRAKES RELEASED AND LOST POWER....

Jan 9, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,442 mi

WHILE TRYING TO STOP VEHICLE, WHILE BRAKE PEDAL ENGAGED, BRAKES RELEASED AND LOST BRAKING POWER, CONTINUING TO GO FORWARD WITH VERY LIMITED ABILITY TO STOP THE VEHICLE. STOPPING OF VEHICLE WAS ACHIEVED BY CONTINUING MULTIPLE TIMES TO RE-ENGAGE THE BRAKES EACH TIME THE BRAKES RELEASED AND LOST POWER....

Jan 7, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 4L60E TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 80,000MI THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND REQUIRED A FULL REBUILD EVEN THOUGH IT WAS NEVER USED TO HAUL ANYTHING ! IT COST US $2050 FOR THE REBUILD ! MUCH TOO SOON FOR A TRANSMISSION ON A TRUCK THAT ONLY IS USED TO TRANSPORT A MOUNTAIN BIKE....

Jan 7, 2011 Power Train 80,000 mi

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 4L60E TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 80,000MI THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND REQUIRED A FULL REBUILD EVEN THOUGH IT WAS NEVER USED TO HAUL ANYTHING ! IT COST US $2050 FOR THE REBUILD ! MUCH TOO SOON FOR A TRANSMISSION ON A TRUCK THAT ONLY IS USED TO TRANSPORT A MOUNTAIN BIKE....

Jan 3, 2011 Electrical System

THE BLOWER MOTOR FAN FOR THE HEAT AND A/C THE WIRE CONNECTORS TOWARDS THE PASSENGER SIDE UNDER THE DASH GLOVE BOX THE WIRE IS MELTING WHICH IS CAUSING THE FAN NOT TO WORK SOMETIMES AND YOU CAN SMELL IT MELTING ( ITS THE MALE AND FEMALE CONNECTORS ) THEY PLUG INTO EACH OTHER THAT'S WHERE ITS AT. ...

Jan 3, 2011 Visibility

THE BLOWER MOTOR FAN FOR THE HEAT AND A/C THE WIRE CONNECTORS TOWARDS THE PASSENGER SIDE UNDER THE DASH GLOVE BOX THE WIRE IS MELTING WHICH IS CAUSING THE FAN NOT TO WORK SOMETIMES AND YOU CAN SMELL IT MELTING ( ITS THE MALE AND FEMALE CONNECTORS ) THEY PLUG INTO EACH OTHER THAT'S WHERE ITS AT. ...

Jan 3, 2011 Electrical System

THE BLOWER MOTOR FAN FOR THE HEAT AND A/C THE WIRE CONNECTORS TOWARDS THE PASSENGER SIDE UNDER THE DASH GLOVE BOX THE WIRE IS MELTING WHICH IS CAUSING THE FAN NOT TO WORK SOMETIMES AND YOU CAN SMELL IT MELTING ( ITS THE MALE AND FEMALE CONNECTORS ) THEY PLUG INTO EACH OTHER THAT'S WHERE ITS AT. ...

Jan 3, 2011 Visibility

THE BLOWER MOTOR FAN FOR THE HEAT AND A/C THE WIRE CONNECTORS TOWARDS THE PASSENGER SIDE UNDER THE DASH GLOVE BOX THE WIRE IS MELTING WHICH IS CAUSING THE FAN NOT TO WORK SOMETIMES AND YOU CAN SMELL IT MELTING ( ITS THE MALE AND FEMALE CONNECTORS ) THEY PLUG INTO EACH OTHER THAT'S WHERE ITS AT. ...

Dec 29, 2010 Electrical System 42,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WERE NOT WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS OR REPAIR. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 42,000.

Dec 29, 2010 Electrical System 42,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WERE NOT WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS OR REPAIR. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 42,000.

Dec 21, 2010 Equipment 60,000 mi

ABS BRAKES ACTIVATE AT A VERY LOW SPEED ALMOST WHEN SLOWING TO A STOP. I'M AFRAID IM GOING TO REAR END SOMEONE. DEALER CANT FIND ANY PROBLEMS. WHEN WILL THIS BE A RECALL???? *TR

Dec 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 60,000 mi

ABS BRAKES ACTIVATE AT A VERY LOW SPEED ALMOST WHEN SLOWING TO A STOP. I'M AFRAID IM GOING TO REAR END SOMEONE. DEALER CANT FIND ANY PROBLEMS. WHEN WILL THIS BE A RECALL???? *TR

Dec 21, 2010 Equipment 60,000 mi

ABS BRAKES ACTIVATE AT A VERY LOW SPEED ALMOST WHEN SLOWING TO A STOP. I'M AFRAID IM GOING TO REAR END SOMEONE. DEALER CANT FIND ANY PROBLEMS. WHEN WILL THIS BE A RECALL???? *TR

Dec 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 60,000 mi

ABS BRAKES ACTIVATE AT A VERY LOW SPEED ALMOST WHEN SLOWING TO A STOP. I'M AFRAID IM GOING TO REAR END SOMEONE. DEALER CANT FIND ANY PROBLEMS. WHEN WILL THIS BE A RECALL???? *TR

Dec 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 18,000 mi

2006 CHEVY SILVERADO [ONLY 20K MILES] 16K ABS ACTIVATION AT LOW SPEED - DEALER REPLACED ROTORS, PADS, SENSORS 18K LOW SPEED ACCIDENT - SUSPECT ABS PROBLEMS 20K ABS ACTIVATION AT LOW SPEED - GRINDING NOISE SEVERAL OCCASIONS OF POOR STOPPING RESPONSE DURING OWNERSHIP. *TR

Dec 17, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 18,000 mi

2006 CHEVY SILVERADO [ONLY 20K MILES] 16K ABS ACTIVATION AT LOW SPEED - DEALER REPLACED ROTORS, PADS, SENSORS 18K LOW SPEED ACCIDENT - SUSPECT ABS PROBLEMS 20K ABS ACTIVATION AT LOW SPEED - GRINDING NOISE SEVERAL OCCASIONS OF POOR STOPPING RESPONSE DURING OWNERSHIP. *TR

Dec 10, 2010 Electrical System 69,780 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS HE STARTED THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED AND THERE WAS AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THEN, ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BEGAN FLUCTUATING ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN ...

Dec 10, 2010 Electrical System 69,780 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS HE STARTED THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED AND THERE WAS AN UNUSUAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS. THEN, ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BEGAN FLUCTUATING ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN ...

Dec 5, 2010 Suspension 46,000 mi

AT 36,000 MILES I TOOK THE TRUCK TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR A TICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT END WHEN I TURNED. THE SAID THEY REPLACED A BROKEN PIN IN THE STEERING BOX. EIGHT MONTHS LATER I BEGAN TO HEAR A OCCASIONAL GROWLING NOISE WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT ON CURVES AT SPEEDS ABOV...

Dec 5, 2010 Suspension 46,000 mi

AT 36,000 MILES I TOOK THE TRUCK TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR A TICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT END WHEN I TURNED. THE SAID THEY REPLACED A BROKEN PIN IN THE STEERING BOX. EIGHT MONTHS LATER I BEGAN TO HEAR A OCCASIONAL GROWLING NOISE WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT ON CURVES AT SPEEDS ABOV...

Nov 28, 2010 Power Train 103,872 mi

WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN FROM A 60 MPH HIGHWAY IN MY 2006 CHEVROLET C1500 TRUCK MY RIGHT REAR AXLE CAME COMPLETELY OUT WITH TIRE STILL ATTACHED. THANK GOD I HAD SLOWED TO ABOUT 20 MPH TO MAKE THE LEFT TURN WHEN IT HAPPENED OR A CRASH COULD HAVE RESULTED. I AM REPORTING THIS BECAUSE AS I SAID I WAS O...

Nov 28, 2010 Power Train 103,872 mi

WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN FROM A 60 MPH HIGHWAY IN MY 2006 CHEVROLET C1500 TRUCK MY RIGHT REAR AXLE CAME COMPLETELY OUT WITH TIRE STILL ATTACHED. THANK GOD I HAD SLOWED TO ABOUT 20 MPH TO MAKE THE LEFT TURN WHEN IT HAPPENED OR A CRASH COULD HAVE RESULTED. I AM REPORTING THIS BECAUSE AS I SAID I WAS O...

Nov 5, 2010 Unknown Or Other 35,980 mi

WHEN BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE ABS SYSTEM ENGAGES AND THE VEHICLE DOES NOT STOP WHERE INTENDED. THIS DELAYED BRAKING CAN CAUSE REAR ENDING OF THE CAR AHEAD OF YOU OR UNINTENTIONALLY ENTERING AN INTERSECTION. THE TECHNICAL BULLETIN PUT OUT BY GM SUGGESTS THAT THE CAUSE MAY BE DUE TO RUST AND DEBRI...

Nov 5, 2010 Unknown Or Other 35,980 mi

WHEN BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE ABS SYSTEM ENGAGES AND THE VEHICLE DOES NOT STOP WHERE INTENDED. THIS DELAYED BRAKING CAN CAUSE REAR ENDING OF THE CAR AHEAD OF YOU OR UNINTENTIONALLY ENTERING AN INTERSECTION. THE TECHNICAL BULLETIN PUT OUT BY GM SUGGESTS THAT THE CAUSE MAY BE DUE TO RUST AND DEBRI...

Oct 29, 2010 Visibility Fire 40,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATER FAN MODULE MELTED TWICE. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE MODULE AND WIRES ONCE. THE SECOND FAILURE OCCURRED OCTOBER 2010. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO TOOK A COMPLAINT BUT OFFERED NO FURT...

Oct 29, 2010 Visibility Fire 40,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATER FAN MODULE MELTED TWICE. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE MODULE AND WIRES ONCE. THE SECOND FAILURE OCCURRED OCTOBER 2010. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO TOOK A COMPLAINT BUT OFFERED NO FURT...

Oct 19, 2010 Electrical System 102,000 mi

RUNNING THE A/C SMELLED THEN SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE DASH ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. BLOWER QUIT WORKING. BLOWER THEN STARED WORKING BUT ONLY ON SPEEDS 1&3. *TR

Oct 19, 2010 Electrical System 102,000 mi

RUNNING THE A/C SMELLED THEN SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE DASH ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. BLOWER QUIT WORKING. BLOWER THEN STARED WORKING BUT ONLY ON SPEEDS 1&3. *TR

Oct 14, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 80,000 mi

I OWN A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO TRUCK. I HAVE NOTICED A TICKING WILE THE TRUCKS ENGINE IS COLD. I HAVE TAKEN IN THE TRUCK FOR REPAIR AND MY MECHANIC INFORMED ME THAT THE EXHAUST BOLTS ARE BROKEN ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH GM TRUCKS AND THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL FROM GM TO...

Oct 14, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 80,000 mi

I OWN A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO TRUCK. I HAVE NOTICED A TICKING WILE THE TRUCKS ENGINE IS COLD. I HAVE TAKEN IN THE TRUCK FOR REPAIR AND MY MECHANIC INFORMED ME THAT THE EXHAUST BOLTS ARE BROKEN ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH GM TRUCKS AND THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL FROM GM TO...

Sep 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

A PROBLEM EXIST WITH MY 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 LT. WHEN BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE LOW SPEED SENSOR CAUSES THE ABS SYSTEM TO ENGAGE. WHEN THE ABS SYSTEM ENGAGES, THE VEHICLE DOES NOT STOP WHERE INTENDED. THE VEHICLE TRAVELS AROUND 5 FEET FURTHER THEN IT WOULD UNDER NORMAL BRAKING CONDITIONS, ...

Sep 21, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 70,000 mi

A PROBLEM EXIST WITH MY 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 LT. WHEN BRAKING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE LOW SPEED SENSOR CAUSES THE ABS SYSTEM TO ENGAGE. WHEN THE ABS SYSTEM ENGAGES, THE VEHICLE DOES NOT STOP WHERE INTENDED. THE VEHICLE TRAVELS AROUND 5 FEET FURTHER THEN IT WOULD UNDER NORMAL BRAKING CONDITIONS, ...

Sep 10, 2010 Seat Belts Crash 58,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED AND THEN CRASHED INTO A CEMENT WALL ON A BRIDGE. THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT WOULD NOT ENGAGE PROPERLY AND CAUSED THE OCCUPANT TO MOVE FORWAR...

Sep 10, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 82,000 mi

2006 SILVERADO. ANTILOCK BRAKES ENGAGE ON DRY ROAD AT VERY SLOW SPEEDS. AFRAID I WILL REAR END SOMEONE. *TR

Sep 10, 2010 Seat Belts Crash 58,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED AND THEN CRASHED INTO A CEMENT WALL ON A BRIDGE. THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT WOULD NOT ENGAGE PROPERLY AND CAUSED THE OCCUPANT TO MOVE FORWAR...

Sep 10, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 82,000 mi

2006 SILVERADO. ANTILOCK BRAKES ENGAGE ON DRY ROAD AT VERY SLOW SPEEDS. AFRAID I WILL REAR END SOMEONE. *TR

Sep 8, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 69,000 mi

THE ABS SYSTEM HAS BEEN KICKING ON WHEN IT ISN'T NECESSARY. THE BRAKES SURGE WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND FEEL MUSHY. I HAVE ALREADY HAD THE BRAKES REPLACED AND THE DRUMS IN THE BACK ARE GOOD. I ONLY HAVE 70K ON THE TRUCK AND AS FAR AS I KNOW, SPEAKING WITH VARIOUS MECHANICS, THAT I SHOULDN'T BE HAVI...

Sep 8, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 69,000 mi

THE ABS SYSTEM HAS BEEN KICKING ON WHEN IT ISN'T NECESSARY. THE BRAKES SURGE WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND FEEL MUSHY. I HAVE ALREADY HAD THE BRAKES REPLACED AND THE DRUMS IN THE BACK ARE GOOD. I ONLY HAVE 70K ON THE TRUCK AND AS FAR AS I KNOW, SPEAKING WITH VARIOUS MECHANICS, THAT I SHOULDN'T BE HAVI...

Aug 24, 2010 Electrical System Fire 47,000 mi

WHILE RUNNING AIR CONDITIONER , I SMELLED SMOKE AND THEN SAW SMOKE COME FROM UNDER THE PASSENGER SIDE DASH. I TURNED OFF THE BLOWER AND THE SMOKE STOPPED. THIS IS VERY UNSAFE. COULD COST SOMEBODY THEIR VEHICLE AND LIFE. *TR

Aug 24, 2010 Electrical System Fire 47,000 mi

WHILE RUNNING AIR CONDITIONER , I SMELLED SMOKE AND THEN SAW SMOKE COME FROM UNDER THE PASSENGER SIDE DASH. I TURNED OFF THE BLOWER AND THE SMOKE STOPPED. THIS IS VERY UNSAFE. COULD COST SOMEBODY THEIR VEHICLE AND LIFE. *TR

Aug 19, 2010 Electrical System Fire 10,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE DRIVER WAS TRAVELING 30 MPH AND NOTICED SMOKE AND FLAMES COMING FROM THE HOOD. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROADWAY. THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT ASSISTED WITH EXTINGUISHING THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS AVAILABLE. THE V...

Aug 19, 2010 Electrical System Fire 10,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE DRIVER WAS TRAVELING 30 MPH AND NOTICED SMOKE AND FLAMES COMING FROM THE HOOD. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROADWAY. THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT ASSISTED WITH EXTINGUISHING THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS AVAILABLE. THE V...

Aug 16, 2010 Steering 28,000 mi

STEERING NOISE FROM STEERING COLUMN. *TR

Aug 16, 2010 Steering 28,000 mi

STEERING NOISE FROM STEERING COLUMN. *TR

Aug 11, 2010 Seats 61,148 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATED SEATS SWITCH WOULD MALFUNCTION, CAUSING THE HEATER TO TURN ON WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP WHERE THE SWITCH WAS DEACTIVATED UNTIL THE PART ARRIVED; HOWEVER, THE...

Aug 11, 2010 Seats 61,148 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATED SEATS SWITCH WOULD MALFUNCTION, CAUSING THE HEATER TO TURN ON WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALERSHIP WHERE THE SWITCH WAS DEACTIVATED UNTIL THE PART ARRIVED; HOWEVER, THE...

Aug 10, 2010 Visibility 38,000 mi

WIRES TO BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BURNT AND RESISTOR WENT OUT 38,000 MILES. I REPLACED WIRE AND CONNECTOR ALSO REPLACED BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR. AT 48,000 MILES BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BURNT OUT AGAIN THIS TIME THE CAB FILLED WITH SMOKE AND I HAD TO PULL OFF ROAD AND LET SMOKE CLEAR OUT JULY 5 2010 BOT...

Aug 10, 2010 Electrical System 38,000 mi

WIRES TO BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BURNT AND RESISTOR WENT OUT 38,000 MILES. I REPLACED WIRE AND CONNECTOR ALSO REPLACED BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR. AT 48,000 MILES BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BURNT OUT AGAIN THIS TIME THE CAB FILLED WITH SMOKE AND I HAD TO PULL OFF ROAD AND LET SMOKE CLEAR OUT JULY 5 2010 BOT...

Aug 10, 2010 Visibility 38,000 mi

WIRES TO BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BURNT AND RESISTOR WENT OUT 38,000 MILES. I REPLACED WIRE AND CONNECTOR ALSO REPLACED BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR. AT 48,000 MILES BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BURNT OUT AGAIN THIS TIME THE CAB FILLED WITH SMOKE AND I HAD TO PULL OFF ROAD AND LET SMOKE CLEAR OUT JULY 5 2010 BOT...

Aug 10, 2010 Electrical System 38,000 mi

WIRES TO BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BURNT AND RESISTOR WENT OUT 38,000 MILES. I REPLACED WIRE AND CONNECTOR ALSO REPLACED BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR. AT 48,000 MILES BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BURNT OUT AGAIN THIS TIME THE CAB FILLED WITH SMOKE AND I HAD TO PULL OFF ROAD AND LET SMOKE CLEAR OUT JULY 5 2010 BOT...

Aug 2, 2010 Air Bags Crash 65,000 mi

DRIVERS SIDE REAR AXLE AND TIRE CAME OFF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING 2006 SILVERADO TO WRECK. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. WE WERE ON THE ENTRANCE RAMP TO I-95 WHEN SUDDENLY TRUCK TURNED TOWARD CONCRETE GUARD RAIL. AFTER HITTING RAIL HEAD ON AND SKIDDING ACROSS ENTRANCE RAMP HITTING RAIL ( SEVERAL TIMES) VEHI...

Aug 2, 2010 Suspension Crash 65,000 mi

DRIVERS SIDE REAR AXLE AND TIRE CAME OFF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING 2006 SILVERADO TO WRECK. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. WE WERE ON THE ENTRANCE RAMP TO I-95 WHEN SUDDENLY TRUCK TURNED TOWARD CONCRETE GUARD RAIL. AFTER HITTING RAIL HEAD ON AND SKIDDING ACROSS ENTRANCE RAMP HITTING RAIL ( SEVERAL TIMES) VEHI...

Aug 2, 2010 Steering 70,000 mi

CLUNKING NOISE WHEN TURNING AT LOW SPEEDS. DEALER SAYS IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM. IT IS IN THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT AND THERE IS NO RELIABLE FIX FOR THE PROBLEM. IF YOU REPLACE THE PART THE PROBLEM RETURNS IN A SHORT TIME. *TR

Aug 2, 2010 Air Bags Crash 65,000 mi

DRIVERS SIDE REAR AXLE AND TIRE CAME OFF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING 2006 SILVERADO TO WRECK. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. WE WERE ON THE ENTRANCE RAMP TO I-95 WHEN SUDDENLY TRUCK TURNED TOWARD CONCRETE GUARD RAIL. AFTER HITTING RAIL HEAD ON AND SKIDDING ACROSS ENTRANCE RAMP HITTING RAIL ( SEVERAL TIMES) VEHI...

Aug 2, 2010 Suspension Crash 65,000 mi

DRIVERS SIDE REAR AXLE AND TIRE CAME OFF THE VEHICLE, CAUSING 2006 SILVERADO TO WRECK. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. WE WERE ON THE ENTRANCE RAMP TO I-95 WHEN SUDDENLY TRUCK TURNED TOWARD CONCRETE GUARD RAIL. AFTER HITTING RAIL HEAD ON AND SKIDDING ACROSS ENTRANCE RAMP HITTING RAIL ( SEVERAL TIMES) VEHI...

Aug 2, 2010 Steering 70,000 mi

CLUNKING NOISE WHEN TURNING AT LOW SPEEDS. DEALER SAYS IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM. IT IS IN THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT AND THERE IS NO RELIABLE FIX FOR THE PROBLEM. IF YOU REPLACE THE PART THE PROBLEM RETURNS IN A SHORT TIME. *TR

Jul 27, 2010 Electrical System 60,400 mi

TERRIBLE SMELL AND SMOKE NOTICED FROM UNDER DASH WHILE USING THE AC ON HIGH. THE AIR WAS STILL BLOWING BUT SMOKE STOPPED AFTER I TURNED IT OFF. I HAD TO ROLE DOWN THE WINDOWS QUICKLY AND PULL OVER. I WAS NERVOUS THAT THE DASH WAS ON FIRE, BUT IT SEEMED OK TO DRIVE TO THE DEALER. DEALER REPORTE...

Jul 27, 2010 Electrical System 60,400 mi

TERRIBLE SMELL AND SMOKE NOTICED FROM UNDER DASH WHILE USING THE AC ON HIGH. THE AIR WAS STILL BLOWING BUT SMOKE STOPPED AFTER I TURNED IT OFF. I HAD TO ROLE DOWN THE WINDOWS QUICKLY AND PULL OVER. I WAS NERVOUS THAT THE DASH WAS ON FIRE, BUT IT SEEMED OK TO DRIVE TO THE DEALER. DEALER REPORTE...

Jul 23, 2010 Wheels 30,000 mi

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO Z71, 30000 MILES, ABS "ENGAGING" AT LOW SPEEDS, UNEXPLAINABLE TIRE TREAD WEAR, VEHICLE PULLS , ROTATIONAL GRINDING NOISE. BROUGHT THE GM CERTIFIED DEALER/SERVICE. FRONT DRIVER'S WHEEL BEARING BAD. I ASKED FOR "OLD" PART AFTER $750 REPAIR FOR BEARING ( AND I NEEDED ALL NEW BR...

Jul 23, 2010 Wheels 30,000 mi

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO Z71, 30000 MILES, ABS "ENGAGING" AT LOW SPEEDS, UNEXPLAINABLE TIRE TREAD WEAR, VEHICLE PULLS , ROTATIONAL GRINDING NOISE. BROUGHT THE GM CERTIFIED DEALER/SERVICE. FRONT DRIVER'S WHEEL BEARING BAD. I ASKED FOR "OLD" PART AFTER $750 REPAIR FOR BEARING ( AND I NEEDED ALL NEW BR...

Jul 7, 2010 Electrical System Fire 28,000 mi

WHENEVER USING THE HEATER IN MY 2006 CHEVY PICK UP TRUCK YOU CAN SMELL STRONG BURNING SMELL COMING FROM UNDER THE DASH ON PASS SIDE OF TRUCK . ONE NIGHT TURNED ON HEATER WHILE GOING DOWN THE ROAD AND COULD SEE FLOOR BOARD ON PASS SIDE GLOWING ORANGE AND STARTING TO SMOKE, HAD TO PULL OVER DO TO THE ...

Jul 7, 2010 Electrical System Fire 28,000 mi

WHENEVER USING THE HEATER IN MY 2006 CHEVY PICK UP TRUCK YOU CAN SMELL STRONG BURNING SMELL COMING FROM UNDER THE DASH ON PASS SIDE OF TRUCK . ONE NIGHT TURNED ON HEATER WHILE GOING DOWN THE ROAD AND COULD SEE FLOOR BOARD ON PASS SIDE GLOWING ORANGE AND STARTING TO SMOKE, HAD TO PULL OVER DO TO THE ...

May 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 29,000 mi

WINTER OF 09-10 EXPERIENCED ACTIVATION OF ANTILOCK BRAKES AT SPEEDS OF 5MPH OR LOWER NEARLY EVERY BRAKING OPPORTUNITY. AFTER THE TRUCK GLIDED PART WAY INTO AN INTERSECTION (ANTILOCK PUMP ACTIVATED BUT NO STOPPING OCCURRED, JUST PEDAL RESISTANCE) I REMOVED THE ABS FUSE TO REGAIN STANDARD BRAKES. NOT...

May 31, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 29,000 mi

WINTER OF 09-10 EXPERIENCED ACTIVATION OF ANTILOCK BRAKES AT SPEEDS OF 5MPH OR LOWER NEARLY EVERY BRAKING OPPORTUNITY. AFTER THE TRUCK GLIDED PART WAY INTO AN INTERSECTION (ANTILOCK PUMP ACTIVATED BUT NO STOPPING OCCURRED, JUST PEDAL RESISTANCE) I REMOVED THE ABS FUSE TO REGAIN STANDARD BRAKES. NOT...

Apr 20, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 23,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 10 MPH APPLYING THE BRAKES, THERE WAS AN UNUSUAL NOISE COMING FROM THE BRAKES. THERE WAS ALSO AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR INTERMITTENTLY AND THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR A...

Apr 20, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 23,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 10 MPH APPLYING THE BRAKES, THERE WAS AN UNUSUAL NOISE COMING FROM THE BRAKES. THERE WAS ALSO AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR INTERMITTENTLY AND THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR A...

Apr 14, 2010 Traction Control System 40,000 mi

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ACTIVATES FOR NO APPARENT REASON ON DRY PAVEMENT. ACTIVATION TYPICALLY OCCURS AFTER COMPLETE VEHICLE STOP. ACCELERATION DURING SLOW SPEEDS OR AFTER A STOP IS IMPACTED. *TR

Apr 14, 2010 Traction Control System 40,000 mi

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ACTIVATES FOR NO APPARENT REASON ON DRY PAVEMENT. ACTIVATION TYPICALLY OCCURS AFTER COMPLETE VEHICLE STOP. ACCELERATION DURING SLOW SPEEDS OR AFTER A STOP IS IMPACTED. *TR

Apr 13, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 39,850 mi

LOW SPEED ACTIVATION OF ABS BRAKING SYSTEM CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES AND/OR NO STOPPING AT ALL. NO ABS SYSTEM CODES SET. NO ABS LIGHT COMES ON. DEALER CHECKED IT OUT AND SAID THE FRONT ABS SENSORS WERE BAD. I REPLACED BOTH SENSORS, WITH THE SAME PROBLEM EXISTING, IF NOT WORSE. THE LEFT SEN...

Apr 13, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 39,850 mi

LOW SPEED ACTIVATION OF ABS BRAKING SYSTEM CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES AND/OR NO STOPPING AT ALL. NO ABS SYSTEM CODES SET. NO ABS LIGHT COMES ON. DEALER CHECKED IT OUT AND SAID THE FRONT ABS SENSORS WERE BAD. I REPLACED BOTH SENSORS, WITH THE SAME PROBLEM EXISTING, IF NOT WORSE. THE LEFT SEN...

Apr 12, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,000 mi

MY 2006 SILVERADO [ AFTER DEALER CHANGED FRONT BRAKE PADS] STARTED LOW SPEED ABS ACTIVATION. I ALMOST WENT THROUGH A STOP SIGN. DEALER SAYS OVER 36,000 NO WARRANTY WORK. I HAD TO REMOVE ABS FUSE TO DRIVE TRUCK. I HAD 36,300 MILES AT TIME IF OCCURRENCE. *TR

Apr 12, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,000 mi

MY 2006 SILVERADO [ AFTER DEALER CHANGED FRONT BRAKE PADS] STARTED LOW SPEED ABS ACTIVATION. I ALMOST WENT THROUGH A STOP SIGN. DEALER SAYS OVER 36,000 NO WARRANTY WORK. I HAD TO REMOVE ABS FUSE TO DRIVE TRUCK. I HAD 36,300 MILES AT TIME IF OCCURRENCE. *TR

Mar 18, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 32,000 mi

AT SLOWER SPEEDS, WHEN BRAKING MY ABS ACTIVATES ON DRY, CLEAN PAVEMENT, ALMOST 80% OF THE TIME. THIS CAUSES MY TRUCK NOT TO BE ABLE TO STOP PROPERLY AND I'M AFRAID THIS IS GOING TO CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. FROM READING OVER THE INTERNET I HAVE READ THOUSANDS OF COMPLAINTS BY NUMEROUS CHEVROLET VEHICLE O...

Mar 18, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 32,000 mi

AT SLOWER SPEEDS, WHEN BRAKING MY ABS ACTIVATES ON DRY, CLEAN PAVEMENT, ALMOST 80% OF THE TIME. THIS CAUSES MY TRUCK NOT TO BE ABLE TO STOP PROPERLY AND I'M AFRAID THIS IS GOING TO CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. FROM READING OVER THE INTERNET I HAVE READ THOUSANDS OF COMPLAINTS BY NUMEROUS CHEVROLET VEHICLE O...

Mar 16, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,343 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ACTIVATE FOR NO REASON AT LOW SPEED ON 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM ON OTHER MODEL YEARS IN CERTAIN STATES AND THERE ARE RECALLS, BUT NOT ON THIS YEAR TRUCK. *TR

Mar 16, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,343 mi

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ACTIVATE FOR NO REASON AT LOW SPEED ON 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM ON OTHER MODEL YEARS IN CERTAIN STATES AND THERE ARE RECALLS, BUT NOT ON THIS YEAR TRUCK. *TR

Mar 14, 2010 Suspension 48,203 mi

BOUGHT MY 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO GM CERTIFIED WITH ONLY 40,300 AND OUR FAMILY TOOK A VACATION SOUTH AND DID A GREAT JOB BUT COMING BACK WAS A DIFFERENT STORY HIGHWAY WAS GREAT BUT WHEN I GOT INTO TOWN I WAS HEARING A GRINDING NOISE AND WE TURNED LEFT AND THAT IS WHEN WE HEARD A CRACK AND AFTER THA...

Mar 14, 2010 Suspension 48,203 mi

BOUGHT MY 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO GM CERTIFIED WITH ONLY 40,300 AND OUR FAMILY TOOK A VACATION SOUTH AND DID A GREAT JOB BUT COMING BACK WAS A DIFFERENT STORY HIGHWAY WAS GREAT BUT WHEN I GOT INTO TOWN I WAS HEARING A GRINDING NOISE AND WE TURNED LEFT AND THAT IS WHEN WE HEARD A CRACK AND AFTER THA...

Feb 26, 2010 Visibility 42,000 mi

THE HEATER FAN BLOWER WENT BAD, MELTED BOTH ENDS OF THE PLUG-IN ON THE RESISTOR BLOCK. I CALLED THE LOCAL CHEVY DEALER AND WAS TOLD THEY HAD BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PART AND THAT IT WOULD BE $500. TO FIX IT. I PURCHASED THE PARTS TO FIX IT, AND DID IT MYSELF. I SENT A LETTER TO CHEVROLET AN...

Feb 26, 2010 Visibility 42,000 mi

THE HEATER FAN BLOWER WENT BAD, MELTED BOTH ENDS OF THE PLUG-IN ON THE RESISTOR BLOCK. I CALLED THE LOCAL CHEVY DEALER AND WAS TOLD THEY HAD BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PART AND THAT IT WOULD BE $500. TO FIX IT. I PURCHASED THE PARTS TO FIX IT, AND DID IT MYSELF. I SENT A LETTER TO CHEVROLET AN...

Feb 22, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,500 mi

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR SHORTS OUT AND MELTS WIRES, HAVE REPLACED TWICE - ONCE A BURNING SMELL WAS NOTICED. THE SAME PROBLEM HAPPENED WITH AN 04 AND AN 05 SILVERADO AT MY JOB. DESPITE FIRE HAZARD, INABILITY TO USE DEFROST CAUSES VISIBILITY PROBLEMS. *TR

Feb 22, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,500 mi

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR SHORTS OUT AND MELTS WIRES, HAVE REPLACED TWICE - ONCE A BURNING SMELL WAS NOTICED. THE SAME PROBLEM HAPPENED WITH AN 04 AND AN 05 SILVERADO AT MY JOB. DESPITE FIRE HAZARD, INABILITY TO USE DEFROST CAUSES VISIBILITY PROBLEMS. *TR

Feb 8, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 48,000 mi

2006 SILVERADO 1500. UNINTENDED LOW SPEED ABS ACTIVATION. WHEN COMING TO A STOP, THE ABS ACTIVATES WHEN NOT NECCESARY, DRY/CLEAN PAVEMENT. THIS CAUSES AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE BY 15-20 FEET MAKING REAR END COLLISION INEVITABLE. I NOTIFIED GM, THEY STATED THERE WAS A RECALL FOR EXACTLY THE PR...

Feb 8, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 48,000 mi

2006 SILVERADO 1500. UNINTENDED LOW SPEED ABS ACTIVATION. THE ABS ACTIVATES WHEN COMING TO A STOP INCREASING STOPPING DISTANCE BY 15-20 FEET MAKING A REAR END COLLISION INEVITBLE. WHEN GM WAS NOTIFIED, THEY STATED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE PROBLEM I DESCRIBED, BUT MY VEHICLE DID NOT FALL WITHI...

Feb 8, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 31,000 mi

LOW SPEED ABS ACTIVATION ON DRY ROADWAY *CN

Feb 8, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 48,000 mi

2006 SILVERADO 1500. UNINTENDED LOW SPEED ABS ACTIVATION. WHEN COMING TO A STOP, THE ABS ACTIVATES WHEN NOT NECCESARY, DRY/CLEAN PAVEMENT. THIS CAUSES AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE BY 15-20 FEET MAKING REAR END COLLISION INEVITABLE. I NOTIFIED GM, THEY STATED THERE WAS A RECALL FOR EXACTLY THE PR...

Feb 8, 2010 Service Brakes, Electric 48,000 mi

2006 SILVERADO 1500. UNINTENDED LOW SPEED ABS ACTIVATION. THE ABS ACTIVATES WHEN COMING TO A STOP INCREASING STOPPING DISTANCE BY 15-20 FEET MAKING A REAR END COLLISION INEVITBLE. WHEN GM WAS NOTIFIED, THEY STATED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE PROBLEM I DESCRIBED, BUT MY VEHICLE DID NOT FALL WITHI...

Feb 8, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 31,000 mi

LOW SPEED ABS ACTIVATION ON DRY ROADWAY *CN

Feb 5, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 33,000 mi

2006 CHEVY 1500 PICKUP WITH 37,000 MILES ANTILOCK BRAKES ALWAYS ON CAUSING LONGER STOPPING DISTANCES. HAD BRAKES REPAIRED TWICE. I ALSO OWNED A 2002 CHEVY PU WITH BRAKE PROBLEMS AND MY SON HAD A 2001 CHEVY 2500 HD PICKUP AND A 2002 CHEVY TAHOE WITH BRAKE PROBLEMS. CANADA ALSO RECALLED BRAKES ON CHEV...

Feb 5, 2010 Suspension 54,590 mi

FAILURE OF LEFT FRONT WHEEL BEARING ON A 2006 1500 SILVERADO Z71 CREW CAB. GRINDING NOISE HAD BEEN COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL INTERMITTENTLY FOR A FEW MONTHS BUT NOT CONSISTENTLY. TRUCK WAS TAKEN IN TO HAVE ALL FOUR TIRES CHANGED AT 54590 MILES. DAYTON OHIO GRISMER AUTO SERVICE TEC...

Feb 5, 2010 Steering 54,590 mi

FAILURE OF LEFT FRONT WHEEL BEARING ON A 2006 1500 SILVERADO Z71 CREW CAB. GRINDING NOISE HAD BEEN COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL INTERMITTENTLY FOR A FEW MONTHS BUT NOT CONSISTENTLY. TRUCK WAS TAKEN IN TO HAVE ALL FOUR TIRES CHANGED AT 54590 MILES. DAYTON OHIO GRISMER AUTO SERVICE TEC...

Feb 5, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 33,000 mi

2006 CHEVY 1500 PICKUP WITH 37,000 MILES ANTILOCK BRAKES ALWAYS ON CAUSING LONGER STOPPING DISTANCES. HAD BRAKES REPAIRED TWICE. I ALSO OWNED A 2002 CHEVY PU WITH BRAKE PROBLEMS AND MY SON HAD A 2001 CHEVY 2500 HD PICKUP AND A 2002 CHEVY TAHOE WITH BRAKE PROBLEMS. CANADA ALSO RECALLED BRAKES ON CHEV...

Feb 5, 2010 Suspension 54,590 mi

FAILURE OF LEFT FRONT WHEEL BEARING ON A 2006 1500 SILVERADO Z71 CREW CAB. GRINDING NOISE HAD BEEN COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL INTERMITTENTLY FOR A FEW MONTHS BUT NOT CONSISTENTLY. TRUCK WAS TAKEN IN TO HAVE ALL FOUR TIRES CHANGED AT 54590 MILES. DAYTON OHIO GRISMER AUTO SERVICE TEC...

Feb 5, 2010 Steering 54,590 mi

FAILURE OF LEFT FRONT WHEEL BEARING ON A 2006 1500 SILVERADO Z71 CREW CAB. GRINDING NOISE HAD BEEN COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL INTERMITTENTLY FOR A FEW MONTHS BUT NOT CONSISTENTLY. TRUCK WAS TAKEN IN TO HAVE ALL FOUR TIRES CHANGED AT 54590 MILES. DAYTON OHIO GRISMER AUTO SERVICE TEC...

Feb 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 19,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP AT A RED LIGHT WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHICH ALSO CAUSED HIM TO PROCEED THROUGH THE RED LIGHT. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED FOR A HALF HOUR AFTER THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE ...

Feb 4, 2010 Seats 40,000 mi

HEATED SEAT IN A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO Z71, HEAT COMES ON BY ITSELF, GETS EXTREMELY HOT. TOOK IT TO A DEALER AND WAS TOLD IF IT DID NOT COME ON IN THE SHOP THEY COULD NOT FIND THE PROBLEM, DID NOT SHOW UP ON THE COMPUTER. THIS HAPPENS ALMOST DAILY. *TR

Feb 4, 2010 Vehicle Speed Control 19,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP AT A RED LIGHT WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHICH ALSO CAUSED HIM TO PROCEED THROUGH THE RED LIGHT. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED FOR A HALF HOUR AFTER THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE ...

Feb 4, 2010 Seats 40,000 mi

HEATED SEAT IN A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO Z71, HEAT COMES ON BY ITSELF, GETS EXTREMELY HOT. TOOK IT TO A DEALER AND WAS TOLD IF IT DID NOT COME ON IN THE SHOP THEY COULD NOT FIND THE PROBLEM, DID NOT SHOW UP ON THE COMPUTER. THIS HAPPENS ALMOST DAILY. *TR

Dec 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 43,642 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. DURING BRAKE APPLICATION THE ABS SYSTEM ENGAGED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE FRONT ABS SENSOR WERE CLEANED AND THEN REPLACED AT AN EXPENSE OF $270.00. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 43,642.

Dec 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,300 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL, AND THEN THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR WOULD HAVE TO BE CLEAN...

Dec 17, 2009 Traction Control System 41,810 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ACTIVATES WITHOUT WARRANT. WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURS THE VEHICLE WILL NOT ACCELERATE. HE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 41,810. UPDATED 01/1410 *BF U...

Dec 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 43,642 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. DURING BRAKE APPLICATION THE ABS SYSTEM ENGAGED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE FRONT ABS SENSOR WERE CLEANED AND THEN REPLACED AT AN EXPENSE OF $270.00. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 43,642.

Dec 17, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,300 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL, AND THEN THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE WHEEL SPEED SENSOR WOULD HAVE TO BE CLEAN...

Dec 17, 2009 Traction Control System 41,810 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ACTIVATES WITHOUT WARRANT. WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURS THE VEHICLE WILL NOT ACCELERATE. HE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 41,810. UPDATED 01/1410 *BF U...

Dec 15, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 24,000 mi

REF: 2006 SILVERADO Z71. THE ABS SYSTEM ON MY VEHICLE ROUTINELY ENGAGES (RELEASES BRAKE PRESSURE) DURING SLOWDOWN IN THE 3-8 MPH SPEED RANGE. THIS ENGAGEMENT REQUIRES LONGER STOPPING DISTANCES AND CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS SITUATIONS IN THE LAST PORTION OF A STOP. THIS SAFETY ISSUE WITH MY 2006 ...

Dec 15, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 24,000 mi

REF: 2006 SILVERADO Z71. THE ABS SYSTEM ON MY VEHICLE ROUTINELY ENGAGES (RELEASES BRAKE PRESSURE) DURING SLOWDOWN IN THE 3-8 MPH SPEED RANGE. THIS ENGAGEMENT REQUIRES LONGER STOPPING DISTANCES AND CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS SITUATIONS IN THE LAST PORTION OF A STOP. THIS SAFETY ISSUE WITH MY 2006 ...

Dec 10, 2009 Power Train 42,300 mi

PURCHASED A NEW TRUCK IN 2006. THE TRUCK HAD JUST OVER 42000 ORIGINAL MILES. THE TRUCKS WARRANTY WAS 3 YEARS 36 MILES. AND THE TRANSMISSION IS SHOT WHICH CHEVY IS DOING ABSOLUTELY NOTHING. THE TRANSMISSION SHOP IS TELLING ME THIS IS A REALLY ODD INCIDENT AND THAT I SHOULD FILE A COMPLAINT WITH YOU. ...

Dec 10, 2009 Power Train 42,300 mi

PURCHASED A NEW TRUCK IN 2006. THE TRUCK HAD JUST OVER 42000 ORIGINAL MILES. THE TRUCKS WARRANTY WAS 3 YEARS 36 MILES. AND THE TRANSMISSION IS SHOT WHICH CHEVY IS DOING ABSOLUTELY NOTHING. THE TRANSMISSION SHOP IS TELLING ME THIS IS A REALLY ODD INCIDENT AND THAT I SHOULD FILE A COMPLAINT WITH YOU. ...

Dec 2, 2009 Steering 46,000 mi

INTERMITTENT STEERING SHAFT AND COLUMN BEARING MAKES CLUNKING NOISE AND GRADUALLY BECOMES HARDER TO STEER OVER TIME. EVEN AFTER REPLACING THE COLUMN THE PROBLEM WILL RETURN ABOUT EVERY 10,000 - 20,000 MILES! THIS ALSO GIVES EXCESSIVE TIRE WARE. THIS IS AN ACCIDENT WAITING TO HAPPEN! *TR

Dec 2, 2009 Steering 46,000 mi

INTERMITTENT STEERING SHAFT AND COLUMN BEARING MAKES CLUNKING NOISE AND GRADUALLY BECOMES HARDER TO STEER OVER TIME. EVEN AFTER REPLACING THE COLUMN THE PROBLEM WILL RETURN ABOUT EVERY 10,000 - 20,000 MILES! THIS ALSO GIVES EXCESSIVE TIRE WARE. THIS IS AN ACCIDENT WAITING TO HAPPEN! *TR

Dec 1, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

EXHAUST BOLTS ON 2006 SILVERADO, 4.3 V6, BREAKING AT 40,000 MILES, CREATING FIRE HAZARD AND LETTING CARBON MONOXIDE BACK INTO CAB. CONTACTED GM, WANTED TO RUN DIAGNOSTICS ON BROKEN BOLTS, HA HA VERY FUNNY. LOT OF GOOD THAT WOULD HAVE DONE. *TR

Dec 1, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

EXHAUST BOLTS ON 2006 SILVERADO, 4.3 V6, BREAKING AT 40,000 MILES, CREATING FIRE HAZARD AND LETTING CARBON MONOXIDE BACK INTO CAB. CONTACTED GM, WANTED TO RUN DIAGNOSTICS ON BROKEN BOLTS, HA HA VERY FUNNY. LOT OF GOOD THAT WOULD HAVE DONE. *TR

Nov 2, 2009 Steering 10 mi

MY 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO HAS DEVELOPED A RATTLE IN THE STEERING AT 10,000 MILES NOW AT 45,000 IT HAS GOT WORSE. AFTER SPEAKING WITH SEVERAL CHEVY TRUCK OWNERS 2003-2006 THEY ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM SOME WITH 80,000 MILES ARE RATTLING ALL THE TIME I BELIEVE THIS HAS BECAME A RECALL ISSUE UNR...

Nov 2, 2009 Steering 10 mi

MY 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO HAS DEVELOPED A RATTLE IN THE STEERING AT 10,000 MILES NOW AT 45,000 IT HAS GOT WORSE. AFTER SPEAKING WITH SEVERAL CHEVY TRUCK OWNERS 2003-2006 THEY ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM SOME WITH 80,000 MILES ARE RATTLING ALL THE TIME I BELIEVE THIS HAS BECAME A RECALL ISSUE UNR...

Oct 30, 2009 Suspension 67,850 mi

A ROARING SOUND BEGAN IN THE FRONT LEFT HUB BEARING ASSEMBLY ON MY 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO Z-71 ON 25 OCTOBER, 2009. ON THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE NOISE BECAME A HORRIBLE GRINDING SOUND, AND THE FRONT LEFT WHEEL BEGAN WOBBLING BADLY. I HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO ATWOOD CHEVROLET IN VICKSBURG, M...

Oct 30, 2009 Suspension 67,850 mi

A ROARING SOUND BEGAN IN THE FRONT LEFT HUB BEARING ASSEMBLY ON MY 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO Z-71 ON 25 OCTOBER, 2009. ON THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE NOISE BECAME A HORRIBLE GRINDING SOUND, AND THE FRONT LEFT WHEEL BEGAN WOBBLING BADLY. I HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO ATWOOD CHEVROLET IN VICKSBURG, M...

Oct 26, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ACTIVATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING NORMALLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHENEVER PROCEEDING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE AUTHORI...

Oct 26, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 45,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ACTIVATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING NORMALLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHENEVER PROCEEDING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE AUTHORI...

Oct 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,000 mi

UNWANTED ABS ACTIVATION ON 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO TRUCK DUE TO DEFECTIVE/CORRODED HUB/BEARING ASSEMBLY-WHEEL SPEED SENSOR. UNWANTED ABS ACTIVATION BETWEEN 4 AND 10 MPH THEREBY INCREASING STOPPING DISTANCE. GM ISSUED A RECALL FOR PRIOR MODEL YEARS OF SAME VEHICLE WITH THE SAME ISSUE UNDER #05068C...

Oct 21, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 22,000 mi

UNWANTED ABS ACTIVATION ON 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO TRUCK DUE TO DEFECTIVE/CORRODED HUB/BEARING ASSEMBLY-WHEEL SPEED SENSOR. UNWANTED ABS ACTIVATION BETWEEN 4 AND 10 MPH THEREBY INCREASING STOPPING DISTANCE. GM ISSUED A RECALL FOR PRIOR MODEL YEARS OF SAME VEHICLE WITH THE SAME ISSUE UNDER #05068C...

Oct 1, 2009 Electrical System Fire

I MANAGE A FLEET OF VEHICLES FOR AN ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR. SO FAR THREE 2006 CHEVY TRUCKS HAVE HAD THE FAN CONTROL MODULE, LOCATED UNDER THE DASHBOARD IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT, FAIL. UPON TRACING THE PROBLEM IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT IN EACH CASE THE MODULE HAD CAUGHT ON FIRE, AND EVEN BURNED SOM...

Oct 1, 2009 Electrical System Fire

I MANAGE A FLEET OF VEHICLES FOR AN ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR. SO FAR THREE 2006 CHEVY TRUCKS HAVE HAD THE FAN CONTROL MODULE, LOCATED UNDER THE DASHBOARD IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT, FAIL. UPON TRACING THE PROBLEM IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT IN EACH CASE THE MODULE HAD CAUGHT ON FIRE, AND EVEN BURNED SOM...

Sep 25, 2009 Traction Control System 48,000 mi

I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING UNINTENDED ABS ACTIVATION AT LOW SPEEDS (BELOW 7 MPH). THIS MAY RESULT IN A LOW SPEED COLLISION CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE AND BODILY INJURY DUE TO THE VEHICLE NOT STOPPING IN THE MANOR IN WHICH IT IS DESIGNED. *TR

Sep 25, 2009 Traction Control System 48,000 mi

I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING UNINTENDED ABS ACTIVATION AT LOW SPEEDS (BELOW 7 MPH). THIS MAY RESULT IN A LOW SPEED COLLISION CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE AND BODILY INJURY DUE TO THE VEHICLE NOT STOPPING IN THE MANOR IN WHICH IT IS DESIGNED. *TR

Sep 13, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION - PASSENGER SIDE EXHAUST FLANGE DON'T/GASKET- DO TO A FLAW IN THE DESIGN, THE FLANGE IS NOT ALLOWED TO BE TIGHTENED ENOUGH TO MAINTAIN GASKET SEAL THUS ALLOWING CARBON MONOXIDE/EXHAUST INTO THE VEHICLE. *TR

Sep 13, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION - PASSENGER SIDE EXHAUST FLANGE DON'T/GASKET- DO TO A FLAW IN THE DESIGN, THE FLANGE IS NOT ALLOWED TO BE TIGHTENED ENOUGH TO MAINTAIN GASKET SEAL THUS ALLOWING CARBON MONOXIDE/EXHAUST INTO THE VEHICLE. *TR

Aug 17, 2009 Visibility 34,000 mi

AUTOMANTIC CLIMATE CONTROL BLOWS HOT AIR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS OPERATING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. WILL RESET WHEN ENGINE IS TURNED OFF AND THEN BACK ON. *TR

Aug 17, 2009 Visibility 34,000 mi

AUTOMANTIC CLIMATE CONTROL BLOWS HOT AIR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS OPERATING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. WILL RESET WHEN ENGINE IS TURNED OFF AND THEN BACK ON. *TR

Jul 20, 2009 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE NOISE GREW LOUDER WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE DRIVER PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALLED ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE...

Jul 20, 2009 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE NOISE GREW LOUDER WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE DRIVER PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALLED ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE...

Jul 19, 2009 Suspension 50,000 mi

JANUARY 2009- EXCESSIVE NOISE FROM RIGHT FRONT OF VEHICLE. BROUGHT TO DEALER IMMEDIATELY FOR REPAIR. LEFT FRONT AXLE(4WD)HUB/BEARING ASSEMBLY FAILED AT APPROX 50,000 ON A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. DEALER REPAIRED AT COST TO ME OF JUST UNDER $400. JULY 2009, SIMILAR FRONT END NOISE(LOUDER) BROUGHT TO...

Jul 19, 2009 Suspension 50,000 mi

JANUARY 2009- EXCESSIVE NOISE FROM RIGHT FRONT OF VEHICLE. BROUGHT TO DEALER IMMEDIATELY FOR REPAIR. LEFT FRONT AXLE(4WD)HUB/BEARING ASSEMBLY FAILED AT APPROX 50,000 ON A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. DEALER REPAIRED AT COST TO ME OF JUST UNDER $400. JULY 2009, SIMILAR FRONT END NOISE(LOUDER) BROUGHT TO...

Jul 12, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

2006 CHEVROLET 1500 DUAL AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL BLOWS HEAT ON DRIVER'S SIDE WHILE BLOWING COLD ON PASSENGER'S SIDE (EVEN THOUGH THE AC IS SET FOR BOTH SIDES). WIRING HARNESS HAS A SHORT ON THE BLOWER, WHICH PRODUCES A BURNING SMELL. *TR

Jul 12, 2009 Electrical System 42,000 mi

2006 CHEVROLET 1500 DUAL AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL BLOWS HEAT ON DRIVER'S SIDE WHILE BLOWING COLD ON PASSENGER'S SIDE (EVEN THOUGH THE AC IS SET FOR BOTH SIDES). WIRING HARNESS HAS A SHORT ON THE BLOWER, WHICH PRODUCES A BURNING SMELL. *TR

Jul 12, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

2006 CHEVROLET 1500 DUAL AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL BLOWS HEAT ON DRIVER'S SIDE WHILE BLOWING COLD ON PASSENGER'S SIDE (EVEN THOUGH THE AC IS SET FOR BOTH SIDES). WIRING HARNESS HAS A SHORT ON THE BLOWER, WHICH PRODUCES A BURNING SMELL. *TR

Jul 12, 2009 Electrical System 42,000 mi

2006 CHEVROLET 1500 DUAL AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL BLOWS HEAT ON DRIVER'S SIDE WHILE BLOWING COLD ON PASSENGER'S SIDE (EVEN THOUGH THE AC IS SET FOR BOTH SIDES). WIRING HARNESS HAS A SHORT ON THE BLOWER, WHICH PRODUCES A BURNING SMELL. *TR

Jun 25, 2009 Suspension 4,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 25-30 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHIMMY AND A CLUNKING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THEY LUBRICATED THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER ON ...

Jun 25, 2009 Suspension 4,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 25-30 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHIMMY AND A CLUNKING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THEY LUBRICATED THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER ON ...

Jun 25, 2009 Suspension 4,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 25-30 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHIMMY AND A CLUNKING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THEY LUBRICATED THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER ON ...

Jun 25, 2009 Suspension 4,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 25-30 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHIMMY AND A CLUNKING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THEY LUBRICATED THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER ON ...

Jun 22, 2009 Electrical System 60,000 mi

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR CONNECTOR OVERHEATED AND MELTED THE WIRING HARNESS AND CONNECTOR. FIRE COULD HAVE RESULTED. HAVE READ ONLINE HOW FIRES HAVE ACTUALLY OCCURRED. NEED RECALL IMMEDIATELY. *TR

Jun 22, 2009 Electrical System 60,000 mi

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR CONNECTOR OVERHEATED AND MELTED THE WIRING HARNESS AND CONNECTOR. FIRE COULD HAVE RESULTED. HAVE READ ONLINE HOW FIRES HAVE ACTUALLY OCCURRED. NEED RECALL IMMEDIATELY. *TR

May 27, 2009 Wheels 18,500 mi

SUDDEN WHEEL BEARING BREAKUP ON 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO PICKUP 4W ON DRIVERS SIDE FRONT WHEEL IN MAY 2008. SAME OCCURRENCE ON PASSENGER FRONT WHEEL IN APRIL 2009. THIS PICKUP HAD LESS THAN 19,000 MILES AND WAS HIGHWAY DRIVEN. HAD TO HAVE IMMEDIATE REPAIR BOTH TIMES (REPLACEMENT) AND PAID $377 SECOND T...

May 27, 2009 Wheels 18,500 mi

SUDDEN WHEEL BEARING BREAKUP ON 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO PICKUP 4W ON DRIVERS SIDE FRONT WHEEL IN MAY 2008. SAME OCCURRENCE ON PASSENGER FRONT WHEEL IN APRIL 2009. THIS PICKUP HAD LESS THAN 19,000 MILES AND WAS HIGHWAY DRIVEN. HAD TO HAVE IMMEDIATE REPAIR BOTH TIMES (REPLACEMENT) AND PAID $377 SECOND T...

Apr 29, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 52,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL IS ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES TO A HIGH SPEED. IN ADDITION, THE RPM'S INCREASE AND THE CONTACT LOSES CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE HAS BEEN OCCURRING SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IN APRIL OF 2008. THE C...

Apr 29, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 52,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL IS ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES TO A HIGH SPEED. IN ADDITION, THE RPM'S INCREASE AND THE CONTACT LOSES CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE HAS BEEN OCCURRING SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IN APRIL OF 2008. THE C...

Mar 3, 2009 Wheels 39,586 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE HUB BEARINGS WERE GRINDING TOGETHER SO BADLY THAT HE COULD NOT DRIVE HIS VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE WHEEL WOULD DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE IF NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE MECHANIC ALSO DEMONS...

Mar 3, 2009 Wheels 39,586 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE HUB BEARINGS WERE GRINDING TOGETHER SO BADLY THAT HE COULD NOT DRIVE HIS VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE WHEEL WOULD DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE IF NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE MECHANIC ALSO DEMONS...

Feb 16, 2009 Wheels 37,000 mi

DRIVERS SIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING FAILURE AT 37000 MILES. THE BEARINGS ARE SEALED AND CANNOT BE LUBED. THE BEARING IS PART OF A WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY MAKING THE COST OF REPLACEMENT TEN TIMES WHAT IT WOULD NORMALLY BE. SINCE THE BEARINGS CANNOT BE LUBED, THEN FAILURE IS ASSURED AT SOME POINT. I HAVE A...

Feb 16, 2009 Wheels 37,000 mi

DRIVERS SIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING FAILURE AT 37000 MILES. THE BEARINGS ARE SEALED AND CANNOT BE LUBED. THE BEARING IS PART OF A WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY MAKING THE COST OF REPLACEMENT TEN TIMES WHAT IT WOULD NORMALLY BE. SINCE THE BEARINGS CANNOT BE LUBED, THEN FAILURE IS ASSURED AT SOME POINT. I HAVE A...

Feb 4, 2009 Electrical System

MY HEATER WAS GOING ON AND OFF AND NOW IT JUST DOESN'T WORK. MY BRAKE LIGHTS DON'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND MY DASH BOARD LIGHTS WORK ABOUT 75 PERCENT OF THE TIME. I HAVE NOT WENT AND HAD ANY REPAIRS DONE YET BECAUSE THIS IS SOMETHING THAT CHEVY SHOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR NOT ME AND I WILL NOT PAY FOR IT A...

Feb 4, 2009 Electrical System

MY HEATER WAS GOING ON AND OFF AND NOW IT JUST DOESN'T WORK. MY BRAKE LIGHTS DON'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND MY DASH BOARD LIGHTS WORK ABOUT 75 PERCENT OF THE TIME. I HAVE NOT WENT AND HAD ANY REPAIRS DONE YET BECAUSE THIS IS SOMETHING THAT CHEVY SHOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR NOT ME AND I WILL NOT PAY FOR IT A...

Jan 29, 2009 Suspension 56,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND IT STALLED. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY REPLACED THE FRONT SUSPENSION STABILIZER SHAFT BRACKET. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER AND THEY S...

Jan 29, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 56,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND IT STALLED. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY REPLACED THE FRONT SUSPENSION STABILIZER SHAFT BRACKET. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER AND THEY S...

Jan 29, 2009 Suspension 56,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND IT STALLED. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY REPLACED THE FRONT SUSPENSION STABILIZER SHAFT BRACKET. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER AND THEY S...

Jan 29, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 56,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND IT STALLED. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY REPLACED THE FRONT SUSPENSION STABILIZER SHAFT BRACKET. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER AND THEY S...

Dec 30, 2008 Visibility 70,000 mi

AT FIRST #5 ON HEATER QUIT WORKING. SOME TIMES IT WORKED OTHER TIMES IT WOULD NOT. I NOTICED A GLOW UNDER THE DASH AND SMELLED BURNT PLASTIC. I CHECKED THINGS OUT THE CONNECTOR HAD MELTED AND GLOWED WHEN THE HEATER WAS ON. IT THREW SPARKS WHEN I SWITCHED TO THE 5 POSITION. THE BLOWER STILL WORKED EV...

Dec 30, 2008 Visibility 70,000 mi

AT FIRST #5 ON HEATER QUIT WORKING. SOME TIMES IT WORKED OTHER TIMES IT WOULD NOT. I NOTICED A GLOW UNDER THE DASH AND SMELLED BURNT PLASTIC. I CHECKED THINGS OUT THE CONNECTOR HAD MELTED AND GLOWED WHEN THE HEATER WAS ON. IT THREW SPARKS WHEN I SWITCHED TO THE 5 POSITION. THE BLOWER STILL WORKED EV...

Nov 4, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ABS ACTIVATES ON ITS OWN AND INCREASES THE STOPPING DISTANCE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER A FEW TIMES, WHERE IT CURRENTLY REMAINS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ABS SENSOR HAS CO...

Nov 4, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 50,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ABS ACTIVATES ON ITS OWN AND INCREASES THE STOPPING DISTANCE. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER A FEW TIMES, WHERE IT CURRENTLY REMAINS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ABS SENSOR HAS CO...

Sep 29, 2008 Power Train 36,100 mi

TL*THE CONTACT LEASES A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ABS INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THEN DIMMED. APPROXIMATELY THREE DAYS LATER, WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE CONTACT HEARD SCRAPING NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED...

Sep 29, 2008 Suspension 36,100 mi

TL*THE CONTACT LEASES A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ABS INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THEN DIMMED. APPROXIMATELY THREE DAYS LATER, WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE CONTACT HEARD SCRAPING NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED...

Sep 29, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,100 mi

TL*THE CONTACT LEASES A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ABS INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THEN DIMMED. APPROXIMATELY THREE DAYS LATER, WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE CONTACT HEARD SCRAPING NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED...

Sep 29, 2008 Power Train 36,100 mi

TL*THE CONTACT LEASES A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ABS INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THEN DIMMED. APPROXIMATELY THREE DAYS LATER, WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE CONTACT HEARD SCRAPING NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED...

Sep 29, 2008 Suspension 36,100 mi

TL*THE CONTACT LEASES A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ABS INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THEN DIMMED. APPROXIMATELY THREE DAYS LATER, WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE CONTACT HEARD SCRAPING NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED...

Sep 29, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 36,100 mi

TL*THE CONTACT LEASES A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ABS INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THEN DIMMED. APPROXIMATELY THREE DAYS LATER, WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE CONTACT HEARD SCRAPING NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED...

Sep 23, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

BOUGHT IT NEW, REPLACED BATTERY IN 6 MONTHS, HAVE REPLACED HEADLIGHTS AND BACK LIGHTS TWICE, THE TRUCK SHIMMIES WHILE BRAKING, ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, ENGINE HEATS UP WHILE IDLING, SHALL I CONTINUE? I HAVE PURCHASED GMC PRIOR TO THIS CHEVROLET. I DO LIKE THE PRODUCT BUT GMC HAS INCREDIBLE CU...

Sep 23, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BOUGHT IT NEW, REPLACED BATTERY IN 6 MONTHS, HAVE REPLACED HEADLIGHTS AND BACK LIGHTS TWICE, THE TRUCK SHIMMIES WHILE BRAKING, ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, ENGINE HEATS UP WHILE IDLING, SHALL I CONTINUE? I HAVE PURCHASED GMC PRIOR TO THIS CHEVROLET. I DO LIKE THE PRODUCT BUT GMC HAS INCREDIBLE CU...

Sep 23, 2008 Electrical System

BOUGHT IT NEW, REPLACED BATTERY IN 6 MONTHS, HAVE REPLACED HEADLIGHTS AND BACK LIGHTS TWICE, THE TRUCK SHIMMIES WHILE BRAKING, ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, ENGINE HEATS UP WHILE IDLING, SHALL I CONTINUE? I HAVE PURCHASED GMC PRIOR TO THIS CHEVROLET. I DO LIKE THE PRODUCT BUT GMC HAS INCREDIBLE CU...

Sep 23, 2008 Exterior Lighting

BOUGHT IT NEW, REPLACED BATTERY IN 6 MONTHS, HAVE REPLACED HEADLIGHTS AND BACK LIGHTS TWICE, THE TRUCK SHIMMIES WHILE BRAKING, ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, ENGINE HEATS UP WHILE IDLING, SHALL I CONTINUE? I HAVE PURCHASED GMC PRIOR TO THIS CHEVROLET. I DO LIKE THE PRODUCT BUT GMC HAS INCREDIBLE CU...

Sep 23, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

BOUGHT IT NEW, REPLACED BATTERY IN 6 MONTHS, HAVE REPLACED HEADLIGHTS AND BACK LIGHTS TWICE, THE TRUCK SHIMMIES WHILE BRAKING, ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, ENGINE HEATS UP WHILE IDLING, SHALL I CONTINUE? I HAVE PURCHASED GMC PRIOR TO THIS CHEVROLET. I DO LIKE THE PRODUCT BUT GMC HAS INCREDIBLE CU...

Sep 23, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BOUGHT IT NEW, REPLACED BATTERY IN 6 MONTHS, HAVE REPLACED HEADLIGHTS AND BACK LIGHTS TWICE, THE TRUCK SHIMMIES WHILE BRAKING, ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, ENGINE HEATS UP WHILE IDLING, SHALL I CONTINUE? I HAVE PURCHASED GMC PRIOR TO THIS CHEVROLET. I DO LIKE THE PRODUCT BUT GMC HAS INCREDIBLE CU...

Sep 23, 2008 Electrical System

BOUGHT IT NEW, REPLACED BATTERY IN 6 MONTHS, HAVE REPLACED HEADLIGHTS AND BACK LIGHTS TWICE, THE TRUCK SHIMMIES WHILE BRAKING, ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, ENGINE HEATS UP WHILE IDLING, SHALL I CONTINUE? I HAVE PURCHASED GMC PRIOR TO THIS CHEVROLET. I DO LIKE THE PRODUCT BUT GMC HAS INCREDIBLE CU...

Sep 23, 2008 Exterior Lighting

BOUGHT IT NEW, REPLACED BATTERY IN 6 MONTHS, HAVE REPLACED HEADLIGHTS AND BACK LIGHTS TWICE, THE TRUCK SHIMMIES WHILE BRAKING, ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, ENGINE HEATS UP WHILE IDLING, SHALL I CONTINUE? I HAVE PURCHASED GMC PRIOR TO THIS CHEVROLET. I DO LIKE THE PRODUCT BUT GMC HAS INCREDIBLE CU...

Sep 9, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 24,147 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE GAS LINE RUSTED AND CLOGGED ALL OF THE INJECTORS WITH RUST. THE DEALER REPLACED THE GAS LINE AND CLEANED THE INJECTORS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 24,147. UPDATED 10/14/08 *BF UPDATED 10/24/08. *JB

Sep 9, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2,400 mi

PURCHASED 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1/2 TON PICKUP TRUCK NEW. AT 2400 MILES, I STARTED EXPERIENCING A PULSATING IN THE BRAKES THAT CREATED A SEVERE SHIMMY IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN THE BRAKES BECAME WARM. THE DEALER RESURFACED THE TWO FRONT ROTORS. THE PROBLEM CONTINUED. AT 6500 MILES, THE DEALE...

Sep 9, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 24,147 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE GAS LINE RUSTED AND CLOGGED ALL OF THE INJECTORS WITH RUST. THE DEALER REPLACED THE GAS LINE AND CLEANED THE INJECTORS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 24,147. UPDATED 10/14/08 *BF UPDATED 10/24/08. *JB

Sep 9, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2,400 mi

PURCHASED 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1/2 TON PICKUP TRUCK NEW. AT 2400 MILES, I STARTED EXPERIENCING A PULSATING IN THE BRAKES THAT CREATED A SEVERE SHIMMY IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN THE BRAKES BECAME WARM. THE DEALER RESURFACED THE TWO FRONT ROTORS. THE PROBLEM CONTINUED. AT 6500 MILES, THE DEALE...

Sep 8, 2008 Equipment Fire 50,612 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT WAS EXPERIENCING A FAILURE WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING SYSTEM IN HER VEHICLE. NEITHER WERE WORKING PROPERLY AND NO AIR WOULD GO THROUGH THE VENTS. THE CONTACT ALSO SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING IN HER VEHICLE AND IMMEDIATELY T...

Sep 8, 2008 Power Train Fire 50,612 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT WAS EXPERIENCING A FAILURE WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING SYSTEM IN HER VEHICLE. NEITHER WERE WORKING PROPERLY AND NO AIR WOULD GO THROUGH THE VENTS. THE CONTACT ALSO SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING IN HER VEHICLE AND IMMEDIATELY T...

Sep 8, 2008 Equipment Fire 50,612 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT WAS EXPERIENCING A FAILURE WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING SYSTEM IN HER VEHICLE. NEITHER WERE WORKING PROPERLY AND NO AIR WOULD GO THROUGH THE VENTS. THE CONTACT ALSO SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING IN HER VEHICLE AND IMMEDIATELY T...

Sep 8, 2008 Power Train Fire 50,612 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT WAS EXPERIENCING A FAILURE WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING SYSTEM IN HER VEHICLE. NEITHER WERE WORKING PROPERLY AND NO AIR WOULD GO THROUGH THE VENTS. THE CONTACT ALSO SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING IN HER VEHICLE AND IMMEDIATELY T...

Aug 20, 2008 Structure

ON AUGUST 13TH, 2008 I WENT TO DARRYL BURKE CHEVY TO CONSIDER BUYING A NEW TRUCK AND TRADING MY 2006. DURING THE TRADE IN APPRAISAL, THE SALES MANAGER ASK IF THE VEHICLE HAD EVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT? I INFORMED THAT NO IT HAD NOT. HE SAID THE TIRE, SAFETY, AND PARTS LABEL VIN DID NOT MATCH THE VIN I...

Aug 20, 2008 Equipment

ON AUGUST 13TH, 2008 I WENT TO DARRYL BURKE CHEVY TO CONSIDER BUYING A NEW TRUCK AND TRADING MY 2006. DURING THE TRADE IN APPRAISAL, THE SALES MANAGER ASK IF THE VEHICLE HAD EVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT? I INFORMED THAT NO IT HAD NOT. HE SAID THE TIRE, SAFETY, AND PARTS LABEL VIN DID NOT MATCH THE VIN I...

Aug 20, 2008 Structure

ON AUGUST 13TH, 2008 I WENT TO DARRYL BURKE CHEVY TO CONSIDER BUYING A NEW TRUCK AND TRADING MY 2006. DURING THE TRADE IN APPRAISAL, THE SALES MANAGER ASK IF THE VEHICLE HAD EVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT? I INFORMED THAT NO IT HAD NOT. HE SAID THE TIRE, SAFETY, AND PARTS LABEL VIN DID NOT MATCH THE VIN I...

Aug 20, 2008 Equipment

ON AUGUST 13TH, 2008 I WENT TO DARRYL BURKE CHEVY TO CONSIDER BUYING A NEW TRUCK AND TRADING MY 2006. DURING THE TRADE IN APPRAISAL, THE SALES MANAGER ASK IF THE VEHICLE HAD EVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT? I INFORMED THAT NO IT HAD NOT. HE SAID THE TIRE, SAFETY, AND PARTS LABEL VIN DID NOT MATCH THE VIN I...

Aug 19, 2008 Tires

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE VEHICLE HAS BRIDGESTONE DUELER A/T 693 TIRES, SIZE P265/70R17. THE TIRES WERE PURCHASED NEW WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD 25,000 MILES. THE TREAD BEGAN TO WEAR IN AN UNUSUAL MANNER IN THE CENTER OF ALL FOUR TIRES. THE CONTACT CHECKED THE TIRE PRESS...

Aug 19, 2008 Tires

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE VEHICLE HAS BRIDGESTONE DUELER A/T 693 TIRES, SIZE P265/70R17. THE TIRES WERE PURCHASED NEW WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD 25,000 MILES. THE TREAD BEGAN TO WEAR IN AN UNUSUAL MANNER IN THE CENTER OF ALL FOUR TIRES. THE CONTACT CHECKED THE TIRE PRESS...

Aug 15, 2008 Exterior Lighting 61,000 mi

REAR TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY FELL OUT. AFTER TALKING WITH GM AND THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP THEY HAVE SAID THAT THEY HAVE VEHICLES ON THE LOT THAT THIS INCIDENT IS OCCURRING TO AND SEVERAL THAT HAVE BEEN PURCHASED THAT THEY ARE REPLACING. THEY WILL NOT REPLACE MINE BECAUSE OF THE MILEAGE ON MY VEHICLE. THE MA...

Aug 15, 2008 Exterior Lighting 61,000 mi

REAR TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY FELL OUT. AFTER TALKING WITH GM AND THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP THEY HAVE SAID THAT THEY HAVE VEHICLES ON THE LOT THAT THIS INCIDENT IS OCCURRING TO AND SEVERAL THAT HAVE BEEN PURCHASED THAT THEY ARE REPLACING. THEY WILL NOT REPLACE MINE BECAUSE OF THE MILEAGE ON MY VEHICLE. THE MA...

Jul 24, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 TRUCK HAS A PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT COMING ON AND A REDUCE POWER MESSAGE COMES ON.* NJ THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO RECTIFY THE PROBLEM. *JB

Jul 24, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 TRUCK HAS A PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT COMING ON AND A REDUCE POWER MESSAGE COMES ON.* NJ THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO RECTIFY THE PROBLEM. *JB

Jul 14, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 14,120 mi

BRAKE PADS HAVE CUT INTO ROTOR ON BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT DISC. TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER AND TOOK THEM OFF AND RESURFACED THE ROTOR AND PADS. WOULD NOT REPLACE! AFTER DRIVING HOME ABOUT 30 MILES ROTORS WERE ALREADY STARTING TO GROOVE AGAIN! *TR

Jul 14, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 14,120 mi

BRAKE PADS HAVE CUT INTO ROTOR ON BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT DISC. TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER AND TOOK THEM OFF AND RESURFACED THE ROTOR AND PADS. WOULD NOT REPLACE! AFTER DRIVING HOME ABOUT 30 MILES ROTORS WERE ALREADY STARTING TO GROOVE AGAIN! *TR

Jul 11, 2008 Power Train 45,700 mi

THE TRANNY IN MY 06 SILVERADO QUIT SHIFTING FROM 2ND TO 3RD GEAR. MY TRUCK HAD 45,700 MILES, JUST OUT OF THE WARRANTY BY 9,700. THERE WAS NO WARNING SIGNS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURE. NOT EVEN A MESSAGE FROM THE DASH COMPUTER OR A TRANSMISSION LIGHT. DEALERSHIP SAID TRANNY WASN'T PUTTING ENOUGH P...

Jul 11, 2008 Power Train 45,700 mi

THE TRANNY IN MY 06 SILVERADO QUIT SHIFTING FROM 2ND TO 3RD GEAR. MY TRUCK HAD 45,700 MILES, JUST OUT OF THE WARRANTY BY 9,700. THERE WAS NO WARNING SIGNS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURE. NOT EVEN A MESSAGE FROM THE DASH COMPUTER OR A TRANSMISSION LIGHT. DEALERSHIP SAID TRANNY WASN'T PUTTING ENOUGH P...

Jun 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 68,000 mi

OUR 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO WAS MAKING A SLIGHT HUMMING NOISE. MY HUSBAND THOUGHT HE WOULD NEED TO CHANGE HIS BRAKE PAD. THE HUM WAS MORE ON TURNS AND WENT BRAKING. THEN ON JUNE THE 13, 2006 , WHILE DRIVING, THE WHOLE HUB/BEARING EVERYTHING BROKE OFF THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE. WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE LOCAL ...

Jun 17, 2008 Power Train 68,000 mi

OUR 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO WAS MAKING A SLIGHT HUMMING NOISE. MY HUSBAND THOUGHT HE WOULD NEED TO CHANGE HIS BRAKE PAD. THE HUM WAS MORE ON TURNS AND WENT BRAKING. THEN ON JUNE THE 13, 2006 , WHILE DRIVING, THE WHOLE HUB/BEARING EVERYTHING BROKE OFF THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE. WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE LOCAL ...

Jun 17, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 68,000 mi

OUR 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO WAS MAKING A SLIGHT HUMMING NOISE. MY HUSBAND THOUGHT HE WOULD NEED TO CHANGE HIS BRAKE PAD. THE HUM WAS MORE ON TURNS AND WENT BRAKING. THEN ON JUNE THE 13, 2006 , WHILE DRIVING, THE WHOLE HUB/BEARING EVERYTHING BROKE OFF THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE. WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE LOCAL ...

Jun 17, 2008 Power Train 68,000 mi

OUR 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO WAS MAKING A SLIGHT HUMMING NOISE. MY HUSBAND THOUGHT HE WOULD NEED TO CHANGE HIS BRAKE PAD. THE HUM WAS MORE ON TURNS AND WENT BRAKING. THEN ON JUNE THE 13, 2006 , WHILE DRIVING, THE WHOLE HUB/BEARING EVERYTHING BROKE OFF THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE. WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE LOCAL ...

May 1, 2008 Air Bags Crash 18,000 mi

1. INVOLVED IN TWO VEHICLE MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION. MY VEHICLE WAS T-BONED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE, CAUSING THE BUMPER TO BE PUSHED IN AT LEAST 3-6 INCHES. 2. I PERSONALLY BELIEVE THE IMPACT OF THE COLLISION, WHILE BOTH VEHICLES OF SPEEDS OF LESS THAN 20 MILES PER HOUR, SHOULD HAVE CAUSED MY AIRBAGS...

May 1, 2008 Power Train 41,190 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT ACCIDENTALLY REALIZED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN THE OFF POSITION, HE IS ABLE TO SHIFT INTO DRIVE AND/OR REVERSE. THE DEALER STATED INFORMED HIM THAT HE WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR A DIAGNOSTIC SINCE HIS VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRAN...

May 1, 2008 Air Bags Crash 18,000 mi

1. INVOLVED IN TWO VEHICLE MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION. MY VEHICLE WAS T-BONED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE, CAUSING THE BUMPER TO BE PUSHED IN AT LEAST 3-6 INCHES. 2. I PERSONALLY BELIEVE THE IMPACT OF THE COLLISION, WHILE BOTH VEHICLES OF SPEEDS OF LESS THAN 20 MILES PER HOUR, SHOULD HAVE CAUSED MY AIRBAGS...

May 1, 2008 Power Train 41,190 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT ACCIDENTALLY REALIZED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN THE OFF POSITION, HE IS ABLE TO SHIFT INTO DRIVE AND/OR REVERSE. THE DEALER STATED INFORMED HIM THAT HE WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR A DIAGNOSTIC SINCE HIS VEHICLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRAN...

Apr 27, 2008 Power Train 11,000 mi

MY TRUCK SEEMS TO WANT TO GO IN REVERSE WHEN STARTING, IN MORNING AFTER SETTING OVER NIGHT. IT OCCURS OFTEN. THE GM DEALERSHIP WHERE I HAVE TAKEN THE PICKUP TRUCK TO (SEVERAL TIMES) TOLD ME IT IS" NORMAL" EVEN GAVE ME A COPY OF A DOCUMENT, DOCUMENT# 1884620. DOC. STATES NO REPAIR SHOULD BE ATTEMPTED...

Apr 27, 2008 Power Train 11,000 mi

MY TRUCK SEEMS TO WANT TO GO IN REVERSE WHEN STARTING, IN MORNING AFTER SETTING OVER NIGHT. IT OCCURS OFTEN. THE GM DEALERSHIP WHERE I HAVE TAKEN THE PICKUP TRUCK TO (SEVERAL TIMES) TOLD ME IT IS" NORMAL" EVEN GAVE ME A COPY OF A DOCUMENT, DOCUMENT# 1884620. DOC. STATES NO REPAIR SHOULD BE ATTEMPTED...

Mar 8, 2008 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONING FAN CONTROL MELTED, WHILE I WAS DRIVING THERE WAS A STRONG ELECTRICAL FIRE ODOR. I TURNED OFF MY FAN AND WHEN I RETURNED HOME I FOUND THAT THE FAN RESISTOR GM PART# 89019088 AND THE CONNECTOR GM PART# 15862656 HAD MELTED. BARE WIRES WERE VISIBLE AND THE PINS IN THE CONNECTOR WERE TO...

Mar 8, 2008 Electrical System

AIR CONDITIONING FAN CONTROL MELTED, WHILE I WAS DRIVING THERE WAS A STRONG ELECTRICAL FIRE ODOR. I TURNED OFF MY FAN AND WHEN I RETURNED HOME I FOUND THAT THE FAN RESISTOR GM PART# 89019088 AND THE CONNECTOR GM PART# 15862656 HAD MELTED. BARE WIRES WERE VISIBLE AND THE PINS IN THE CONNECTOR WERE TO...

Mar 8, 2008 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONING FAN CONTROL MELTED, WHILE I WAS DRIVING THERE WAS A STRONG ELECTRICAL FIRE ODOR. I TURNED OFF MY FAN AND WHEN I RETURNED HOME I FOUND THAT THE FAN RESISTOR GM PART# 89019088 AND THE CONNECTOR GM PART# 15862656 HAD MELTED. BARE WIRES WERE VISIBLE AND THE PINS IN THE CONNECTOR WERE TO...

Mar 8, 2008 Electrical System

AIR CONDITIONING FAN CONTROL MELTED, WHILE I WAS DRIVING THERE WAS A STRONG ELECTRICAL FIRE ODOR. I TURNED OFF MY FAN AND WHEN I RETURNED HOME I FOUND THAT THE FAN RESISTOR GM PART# 89019088 AND THE CONNECTOR GM PART# 15862656 HAD MELTED. BARE WIRES WERE VISIBLE AND THE PINS IN THE CONNECTOR WERE TO...

Mar 4, 2008 Wheels 39,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL HUBS MAKE A LOUD GRINDING NOISE. THERE IS A POTENTIAL OF THE WHEEL SEPARATING FROM THE VEHICLE AND CAUSING A CRASH. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY INITIALLY, BUT IS NOW CONSTA...

Mar 4, 2008 Wheels 39,500 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL HUBS MAKE A LOUD GRINDING NOISE. THERE IS A POTENTIAL OF THE WHEEL SEPARATING FROM THE VEHICLE AND CAUSING A CRASH. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY INITIALLY, BUT IS NOW CONSTA...

Jan 16, 2008 Power Train 61,327 mi

THIRD FRONT WHEEL HUB BEARING IN 60,000 MILES. DEALER SAYS THIS IS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. MOST MECHANICS TELL ME THIS IS VERY EXCESSIVE AND MOST HARDLY EVER REPLACE A WHEEL BEARING. I FEEL THIS CAN BE A SAFETY ISSUE AS A BEARING COULD FAIL AND A WHEEL COME OFF AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED CAUSING DEATH OR...

Jan 16, 2008 Power Train 61,327 mi

THIRD FRONT WHEEL HUB BEARING IN 60,000 MILES. DEALER SAYS THIS IS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. MOST MECHANICS TELL ME THIS IS VERY EXCESSIVE AND MOST HARDLY EVER REPLACE A WHEEL BEARING. I FEEL THIS CAN BE A SAFETY ISSUE AS A BEARING COULD FAIL AND A WHEEL COME OFF AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED CAUSING DEATH OR...

Jan 14, 2008 Air Bags 24,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. OVER THE LAST SIX WEEKS, THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FIVE TIMES REGARDING THE AIR BAG SYSTEM. THE DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO CORRECT THE FAILURE OR DETERMINE IF THE AIR BAGS ARE OPERABLE. THE CONTACT NOTIFIED GENERAL MOTORS, BUT THEY HAVE Y...

Jan 14, 2008 Air Bags 24,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. OVER THE LAST SIX WEEKS, THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FIVE TIMES REGARDING THE AIR BAG SYSTEM. THE DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO CORRECT THE FAILURE OR DETERMINE IF THE AIR BAGS ARE OPERABLE. THE CONTACT NOTIFIED GENERAL MOTORS, BUT THEY HAVE Y...

Dec 12, 2007 Air Bags Crash 43,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 35-40 MPH, THE FRONT AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING A FRONT END CRASH. GENERAL MOTORS HAS NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BRUISING AND A SPRAINED ANKLE. HER DAUGHTER SUSTAINED A SEVERELY BRUISED HIP AND HER SON...

Dec 12, 2007 Air Bags Crash 43,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 35-40 MPH, THE FRONT AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING A FRONT END CRASH. GENERAL MOTORS HAS NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BRUISING AND A SPRAINED ANKLE. HER DAUGHTER SUSTAINED A SEVERELY BRUISED HIP AND HER SON...

Nov 6, 2007 Power Train

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO HYBRID, UPON COMING TO A STOP LIGHT IN THE MOUNTAINS OF NORTH CAROLINA THE HYBRID VEHICLE SHUTS THE MOTOR OFF UNTIL UNTIL YOU REMOVE YOUR FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL. WHEN YOU REMOVE YOUR FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL BEFORE YOU CAN PLACE YOUR FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR THE TRUCK RO...

Nov 6, 2007 Power Train

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO HYBRID, UPON COMING TO A STOP LIGHT IN THE MOUNTAINS OF NORTH CAROLINA THE HYBRID VEHICLE SHUTS THE MOTOR OFF UNTIL UNTIL YOU REMOVE YOUR FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL. WHEN YOU REMOVE YOUR FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL BEFORE YOU CAN PLACE YOUR FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR THE TRUCK RO...

Sep 19, 2007 Tires

GENERAL TIRES WITH 420 TREAD WEAR BLOWING OUT AT LESS THAN 20,000 MILES, TIRES SEEM TO BE VERY THIN. ON 2006 CHEVY PICKUP, NOT ABUSED GENERAL AMERITRAC 245/70/17. *JB

Sep 19, 2007 Tires

GENERAL TIRES WITH 420 TREAD WEAR BLOWING OUT AT LESS THAN 20,000 MILES, TIRES SEEM TO BE VERY THIN. ON 2006 CHEVY PICKUP, NOT ABUSED GENERAL AMERITRAC 245/70/17. *JB

Sep 17, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 15,000 mi

I'M FIRE INVESTIGATOR REPORTING THIS INCIDENT. UNEXPLAINED FIRE FROM UNDERNEATH TRUCK NEAR GAS TANK AREA. VEHICLE HAD BEEN IDLED 1/2 HOUR AND DRIVEN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS BEFORE AND AFTER THE IDLING PERIOD UNTIL FIRE DISCOVERED BY DRIVER. TRUCK HAD 15KMILES, REGULAR SERVICING, NO MECHANICAL PROBLEMS...

Sep 17, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 15,000 mi

I'M FIRE INVESTIGATOR REPORTING THIS INCIDENT. UNEXPLAINED FIRE FROM UNDERNEATH TRUCK NEAR GAS TANK AREA. VEHICLE HAD BEEN IDLED 1/2 HOUR AND DRIVEN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS BEFORE AND AFTER THE IDLING PERIOD UNTIL FIRE DISCOVERED BY DRIVER. TRUCK HAD 15KMILES, REGULAR SERVICING, NO MECHANICAL PROBLEMS...

Jul 24, 2007 Tires 35 mi

MY 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO HAS A DEFECT WHERE THE TIRES RUB AGAINST THE SUSPENSION OF THE VEHICLE WHENEVER A TURN IS MADE. THIS COULD CAUSE A TIRE TO BLOW OUT CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. CHEVROLET SAYS THEY CAN NOT REPAIR MY TRUCK. *TR

Jul 24, 2007 Suspension 35 mi

MY 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO HAS A DEFECT WHERE THE TIRES RUB AGAINST THE SUSPENSION OF THE VEHICLE WHENEVER A TURN IS MADE. THIS COULD CAUSE A TIRE TO BLOW OUT CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. CHEVROLET SAYS THEY CAN NOT REPAIR MY TRUCK. *TR

Jul 24, 2007 Tires 35 mi

MY 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO HAS A DEFECT WHERE THE TIRES RUB AGAINST THE SUSPENSION OF THE VEHICLE WHENEVER A TURN IS MADE. THIS COULD CAUSE A TIRE TO BLOW OUT CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. CHEVROLET SAYS THEY CAN NOT REPAIR MY TRUCK. *TR

Jul 24, 2007 Suspension 35 mi

MY 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO HAS A DEFECT WHERE THE TIRES RUB AGAINST THE SUSPENSION OF THE VEHICLE WHENEVER A TURN IS MADE. THIS COULD CAUSE A TIRE TO BLOW OUT CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. CHEVROLET SAYS THEY CAN NOT REPAIR MY TRUCK. *TR

Jul 14, 2007 Seats 24,900 mi

FRONT SEATS ARE JUNK. YOU CAN FEEL THE SPRINGS IN THE BACKS POPPING. SEATS WOULD MAKE A POPPING SOUND WHEN YOU SHIFT YOUR WEIGHT THEY WERE NOT RIGHT WHEN I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK IN DEC '06. TOOK BACK TO DEALERSHIP AT LEAST 3 TIMES TO BE FIXED. THEY SAID GMAC WILL NOT COVER THIS BUT THEY WOULD REPLACE ...

Jul 14, 2007 Seats 24,900 mi

FRONT SEATS ARE JUNK. YOU CAN FEEL THE SPRINGS IN THE BACKS POPPING. SEATS WOULD MAKE A POPPING SOUND WHEN YOU SHIFT YOUR WEIGHT THEY WERE NOT RIGHT WHEN I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK IN DEC '06. TOOK BACK TO DEALERSHIP AT LEAST 3 TIMES TO BE FIXED. THEY SAID GMAC WILL NOT COVER THIS BUT THEY WOULD REPLACE ...

Jul 13, 2007 Tires 120 mi

HAVEN'T HAD AN ACCIDENT YET.

Jul 13, 2007 Tires 120 mi

HAVEN'T HAD AN ACCIDENT YET.

Jul 11, 2007 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT TIRES ARE RUBBING AGAINST THE SUSPENSION, CAUSING UNEVEN TREAD WEAR. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS NORMAL. THE CONTACT FILED A COMPLAINT WITH THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALER. ...

Jul 11, 2007 Tires

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT TIRES ARE RUBBING AGAINST THE SUSPENSION, CAUSING UNEVEN TREAD WEAR. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS NORMAL. THE CONTACT FILED A COMPLAINT WITH THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALER. ...

Jul 11, 2007 Suspension

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT TIRES ARE RUBBING AGAINST THE SUSPENSION, CAUSING UNEVEN TREAD WEAR. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS NORMAL. THE CONTACT FILED A COMPLAINT WITH THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALER. ...

Jul 11, 2007 Tires

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT TIRES ARE RUBBING AGAINST THE SUSPENSION, CAUSING UNEVEN TREAD WEAR. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS NORMAL. THE CONTACT FILED A COMPLAINT WITH THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALER. ...

Jun 6, 2007 Steering

MY 2006 SILVERADO AND 2002 GMC YUKON ARE BOTH MAKING A CLUNKING SOUND WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT AND ALSO WHEN HITTING A BUMP. IS THERE ANYONE ELSE COMPLAINING OF THIS PROBLEM AND WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT IT.

Jun 6, 2007 Steering

MY 2006 SILVERADO AND 2002 GMC YUKON ARE BOTH MAKING A CLUNKING SOUND WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT AND ALSO WHEN HITTING A BUMP. IS THERE ANYONE ELSE COMPLAINING OF THIS PROBLEM AND WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT IT.

May 8, 2007 Electrical System

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILS TO START PROPERLY AND ROLLS UNCONTROLLABLY. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 1,800 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

May 8, 2007 Electrical System

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILS TO START PROPERLY AND ROLLS UNCONTROLLABLY. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 1,800 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.

May 1, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. AT 4,000 MILES THE INDICATOR LIGHT FOR THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE ILLUMINATED AND STAYED ON FOR 2 TO 3 DAYS UNTIL IT WAS REPAIRED. AT 11,000 MILES THE VEHICLE OVER HEATED, AND THE WATER PUMP HAD TO BE REPLACED. UNDER 20,000 MILES THE FRONT BRAKES F...

May 1, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. AT 4,000 MILES THE INDICATOR LIGHT FOR THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE ILLUMINATED AND STAYED ON FOR 2 TO 3 DAYS UNTIL IT WAS REPAIRED. AT 11,000 MILES THE VEHICLE OVER HEATED, AND THE WATER PUMP HAD TO BE REPLACED. UNDER 20,000 MILES THE FRONT BRAKES F...

May 1, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. AT 4,000 MILES THE INDICATOR LIGHT FOR THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE ILLUMINATED AND STAYED ON FOR 2 TO 3 DAYS UNTIL IT WAS REPAIRED. AT 11,000 MILES THE VEHICLE OVER HEATED, AND THE WATER PUMP HAD TO BE REPLACED. UNDER 20,000 MILES THE FRONT BRAKES F...

May 1, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. AT 4,000 MILES THE INDICATOR LIGHT FOR THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE ILLUMINATED AND STAYED ON FOR 2 TO 3 DAYS UNTIL IT WAS REPAIRED. AT 11,000 MILES THE VEHICLE OVER HEATED, AND THE WATER PUMP HAD TO BE REPLACED. UNDER 20,000 MILES THE FRONT BRAKES F...

Apr 23, 2007 Suspension 2,690 mi

VEHICLE IS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO EXTENDED CAB PICKUP. IT HAS BEAM SHAKE (GM TERM) AS OUTLINED IN GM PIT#3009C (06/28/06). EXCESSIVE SHAKING UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS MAKES THE VEHICLE NOT DRIVABLE AND HAS CAUSED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO SHOCKS AND SHEARING (REPLACED BE GM). GM CURRENTLY HAS NO FIX...

Apr 23, 2007 Suspension 2,690 mi

VEHICLE IS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO EXTENDED CAB PICKUP. IT HAS BEAM SHAKE (GM TERM) AS OUTLINED IN GM PIT#3009C (06/28/06). EXCESSIVE SHAKING UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS MAKES THE VEHICLE NOT DRIVABLE AND HAS CAUSED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO SHOCKS AND SHEARING (REPLACED BE GM). GM CURRENTLY HAS NO FIX...

Apr 18, 2007 Suspension 33,500 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO WITH A CURRENT MILEAGE OF 33,500 MILES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ON ITS THIRD SET OF WHEEL BEARINGS. EACH TIME THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED A PROBLEM WITH THE WHEEL BEARINGS THE WHEELS WOULD MAKE A GRINDING NOISE, AND THE STEERING WOULD BEC...

Apr 18, 2007 Suspension 33,500 mi

TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO WITH A CURRENT MILEAGE OF 33,500 MILES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ON ITS THIRD SET OF WHEEL BEARINGS. EACH TIME THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED A PROBLEM WITH THE WHEEL BEARINGS THE WHEELS WOULD MAKE A GRINDING NOISE, AND THE STEERING WOULD BEC...

Apr 17, 2007 Suspension

I PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 IN MAY 2006. I HAVE HAD 9 TIRES REPLACED DUE TO BEING OUT OF ROUND (GENERAL TIRES P245/70R17) THE VIBRATION IS SO BAD . I HAVE ALSO HAD THE ROTORS SHIMMIED AT 16,000 MILES. I WAS JUST TOLD TODAY 4-17-07 THAT MY TRUCK HAS A FRAME BEAMING PROBLEM AND N...

Apr 17, 2007 Suspension

I PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 IN MAY 2006. I HAVE HAD 9 TIRES REPLACED DUE TO BEING OUT OF ROUND (GENERAL TIRES P245/70R17) THE VIBRATION IS SO BAD . I HAVE ALSO HAD THE ROTORS SHIMMIED AT 16,000 MILES. I WAS JUST TOLD TODAY 4-17-07 THAT MY TRUCK HAS A FRAME BEAMING PROBLEM AND N...

Apr 3, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS VEHICLE IS 9 MONTHS OLD. FROM PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE THERE WAS A RATTLING NOISE UNDER THE DASH - DEALERSHIP REPLACED FLEX PIPES. THE NOISE HAS COME BACK ABOUT 6 MONTHS LATER. FROM PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE THE LEFT DRIVER SIDE MIRROR SHAKES, AM UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF IT. UNDER THE DRIV...

Apr 3, 2007 Electrical System

THIS VEHICLE IS 9 MONTHS OLD. FROM PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE THERE WAS A RATTLING NOISE UNDER THE DASH - DEALERSHIP REPLACED FLEX PIPES. THE NOISE HAS COME BACK ABOUT 6 MONTHS LATER. FROM PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE THE LEFT DRIVER SIDE MIRROR SHAKES, AM UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF IT. UNDER THE DRIV...

Apr 3, 2007 Suspension

THIS VEHICLE IS 9 MONTHS OLD. FROM PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE THERE WAS A RATTLING NOISE UNDER THE DASH - DEALERSHIP REPLACED FLEX PIPES. THE NOISE HAS COME BACK ABOUT 6 MONTHS LATER. FROM PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE THE LEFT DRIVER SIDE MIRROR SHAKES, AM UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF IT. UNDER THE DRIV...

Apr 3, 2007 Structure

STEERING COLUMN FELT LOOSE - DEALERSHIP GREASED IT - IT APPEARS THIS WILL BE AN EVERY 10,000 MILES EXPENSE. DEALERSHIP REFUSES TO ADMIT THE BEAM SHAKE EXISTS THAT I HAVE JUST LOOKED UP AND SAYS THEY DO NOT KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT IT. THIS CAUSES THE MIRRORS TO BE UNUSABLE. POWER STEERING PUMP IS MAKI...

Apr 3, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS VEHICLE IS 9 MONTHS OLD. FROM PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE THERE WAS A RATTLING NOISE UNDER THE DASH - DEALERSHIP REPLACED FLEX PIPES. THE NOISE HAS COME BACK ABOUT 6 MONTHS LATER. FROM PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE THE LEFT DRIVER SIDE MIRROR SHAKES, AM UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF IT. UNDER THE DRIV...

Apr 3, 2007 Electrical System

THIS VEHICLE IS 9 MONTHS OLD. FROM PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE THERE WAS A RATTLING NOISE UNDER THE DASH - DEALERSHIP REPLACED FLEX PIPES. THE NOISE HAS COME BACK ABOUT 6 MONTHS LATER. FROM PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE THE LEFT DRIVER SIDE MIRROR SHAKES, AM UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF IT. UNDER THE DRIV...

Apr 3, 2007 Suspension

THIS VEHICLE IS 9 MONTHS OLD. FROM PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE THERE WAS A RATTLING NOISE UNDER THE DASH - DEALERSHIP REPLACED FLEX PIPES. THE NOISE HAS COME BACK ABOUT 6 MONTHS LATER. FROM PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE THE LEFT DRIVER SIDE MIRROR SHAKES, AM UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF IT. UNDER THE DRIV...

Apr 3, 2007 Structure

STEERING COLUMN FELT LOOSE - DEALERSHIP GREASED IT - IT APPEARS THIS WILL BE AN EVERY 10,000 MILES EXPENSE. DEALERSHIP REFUSES TO ADMIT THE BEAM SHAKE EXISTS THAT I HAVE JUST LOOKED UP AND SAYS THEY DO NOT KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT IT. THIS CAUSES THE MIRRORS TO BE UNUSABLE. POWER STEERING PUMP IS MAKI...

Mar 15, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 30 mi

FRONT END OUT OF ALIGNMENT CONSTANTLY, TIRES WEAR OUT, DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED OR REFINISHED ROTORS THREE OR MORE TIMES AND THIS PROBLEM CONTINUES, THE ENGINE WHILE LIGHTLY ACCELERATING MAKE A NOISE, DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT HEAR THIS NOISE. I AM TRYING TO LEMON LAW THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE THE FRONT EN...

Mar 15, 2007 Steering 30 mi

FRONT END OUT OF ALIGNMENT CONSTANTLY, TIRES WEAR OUT, DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED OR REFINISHED ROTORS THREE OR MORE TIMES AND THIS PROBLEM CONTINUES, THE ENGINE WHILE LIGHTLY ACCELERATING MAKE A NOISE, DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT HEAR THIS NOISE. I AM TRYING TO LEMON LAW THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE THE FRONT EN...

Mar 15, 2007 Wheels 30 mi

FRONT END OUT OF ALIGNMENT CONSTANTLY, TIRES WEAR OUT, DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED OR REFINISHED ROTORS THREE OR MORE TIMES AND THIS PROBLEM CONTINUES, THE ENGINE WHILE LIGHTLY ACCELERATING MAKE A NOISE, DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT HEAR THIS NOISE. I AM TRYING TO LEMON LAW THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE THE FRONT EN...

Mar 15, 2007 Tires 30 mi

FRONT END OUT OF ALIGNMENT CONSTANTLY, TIRES WEAR OUT, DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED OR REFINISHED ROTORS THREE OR MORE TIMES AND THIS PROBLEM CONTINUES, THE ENGINE WHILE LIGHTLY ACCELERATING MAKE A NOISE, DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT HEAR THIS NOISE. I AM TRYING TO LEMON LAW THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE THE FRONT EN...

Mar 15, 2007 Suspension 30 mi

FRONT END OUT OF ALIGNMENT CONSTANTLY, TIRES WEAR OUT, DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED OR REFINISHED ROTORS THREE OR MORE TIMES AND THIS PROBLEM CONTINUES, THE ENGINE WHILE LIGHTLY ACCELERATING MAKE A NOISE, DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT HEAR THIS NOISE. I AM TRYING TO LEMON LAW THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE THE FRONT EN...

Mar 15, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 30 mi

FRONT END OUT OF ALIGNMENT CONSTANTLY, TIRES WEAR OUT, DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED OR REFINISHED ROTORS THREE OR MORE TIMES AND THIS PROBLEM CONTINUES, THE ENGINE WHILE LIGHTLY ACCELERATING MAKE A NOISE, DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT HEAR THIS NOISE. I AM TRYING TO LEMON LAW THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE THE FRONT EN...

Mar 15, 2007 Steering 30 mi

FRONT END OUT OF ALIGNMENT CONSTANTLY, TIRES WEAR OUT, DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED OR REFINISHED ROTORS THREE OR MORE TIMES AND THIS PROBLEM CONTINUES, THE ENGINE WHILE LIGHTLY ACCELERATING MAKE A NOISE, DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT HEAR THIS NOISE. I AM TRYING TO LEMON LAW THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE THE FRONT EN...

Mar 15, 2007 Wheels 30 mi

FRONT END OUT OF ALIGNMENT CONSTANTLY, TIRES WEAR OUT, DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED OR REFINISHED ROTORS THREE OR MORE TIMES AND THIS PROBLEM CONTINUES, THE ENGINE WHILE LIGHTLY ACCELERATING MAKE A NOISE, DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT HEAR THIS NOISE. I AM TRYING TO LEMON LAW THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE THE FRONT EN...

Mar 15, 2007 Tires 30 mi

FRONT END OUT OF ALIGNMENT CONSTANTLY, TIRES WEAR OUT, DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED OR REFINISHED ROTORS THREE OR MORE TIMES AND THIS PROBLEM CONTINUES, THE ENGINE WHILE LIGHTLY ACCELERATING MAKE A NOISE, DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT HEAR THIS NOISE. I AM TRYING TO LEMON LAW THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE THE FRONT EN...

Mar 15, 2007 Suspension 30 mi

FRONT END OUT OF ALIGNMENT CONSTANTLY, TIRES WEAR OUT, DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED OR REFINISHED ROTORS THREE OR MORE TIMES AND THIS PROBLEM CONTINUES, THE ENGINE WHILE LIGHTLY ACCELERATING MAKE A NOISE, DEALER SAID HE COULD NOT HEAR THIS NOISE. I AM TRYING TO LEMON LAW THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE THE FRONT EN...

Feb 16, 2007 Visibility 9,500 mi

WINDSHIELD DEVELOPED A CRACK 3 FEET LONG WHEN I SHUT THE DOOR AFTER REFILLING THE GAS TANK. THE DEFROSTER WAS RUNNING PRIOR TO STOPPING AT THE SERVICE STATION. THERE NO PRIOR DAMAGE TO THE WINDSHIELD, AND I SAW THE CRACK APPEAR AFTER I GOT IN MY TRUCK AND SHUT THE DOOR. *NM

Feb 16, 2007 Visibility 9,500 mi

WINDSHIELD DEVELOPED A CRACK 3 FEET LONG WHEN I SHUT THE DOOR AFTER REFILLING THE GAS TANK. THE DEFROSTER WAS RUNNING PRIOR TO STOPPING AT THE SERVICE STATION. THERE NO PRIOR DAMAGE TO THE WINDSHIELD, AND I SAW THE CRACK APPEAR AFTER I GOT IN MY TRUCK AND SHUT THE DOOR. *NM

Feb 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 10,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT CALLED REGARDING A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN HE STEPPED ON THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE HE HEARD A RATTLING & POPPING NOISE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,000, THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 13,000. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE FOR REPAIRS, AND ...

Feb 8, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 10,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT CALLED REGARDING A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN HE STEPPED ON THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE HE HEARD A RATTLING & POPPING NOISE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,000, THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 13,000. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE FOR REPAIRS, AND ...

Dec 18, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline

TL*- THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING LOW. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP TO BE ADJUSTED ONCE. SINCE THE ADJUSTMENT THE GAS MILEAGE HAS GOTTEN WORST. HE SAID THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING AT ABOUT 1000 RPM TO WARM UP.

Dec 18, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline

TL*- THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING LOW. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP TO BE ADJUSTED ONCE. SINCE THE ADJUSTMENT THE GAS MILEAGE HAS GOTTEN WORST. HE SAID THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING AT ABOUT 1000 RPM TO WARM UP.

Dec 14, 2006 Steering

THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ON THE STEERING WHEEL COLUMN IS LOOSE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE TOLD ME THAT THEY ARE AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM, BUT THERE IS NO FIX FOR IT. THE FRONT END ON THE VEHICLE WILL FEEL LOOSE AND BOUNCE WHILE DRIVING OVER UNEVEN PAVEMENT AND BUMPS AND MORE SO WHILE DRIVING ON FR...

Dec 14, 2006 Steering

THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ON THE STEERING WHEEL COLUMN IS LOOSE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAVE TOLD ME THAT THEY ARE AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM, BUT THERE IS NO FIX FOR IT. THE FRONT END ON THE VEHICLE WILL FEEL LOOSE AND BOUNCE WHILE DRIVING OVER UNEVEN PAVEMENT AND BUMPS AND MORE SO WHILE DRIVING ON FR...

Nov 20, 2006 Structure Crash 1,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE REVERSING AT 2 MPH, THE REAR BUMPER STRUCK A TREE AND COLLAPSED WITHOUT WARNING. MODERATE VEHICLE DAMAGE WAS SUSTAINED. THE POLICE WERE NOT ALERTED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED.

Nov 20, 2006 Structure Crash 1,500 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE REVERSING AT 2 MPH, THE REAR BUMPER STRUCK A TREE AND COLLAPSED WITHOUT WARNING. MODERATE VEHICLE DAMAGE WAS SUSTAINED. THE POLICE WERE NOT ALERTED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED.

Nov 13, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 3,800 mi

I PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 IN MAY, 2006. I HAD NO TROUBLE WITH THE VEHICLE.. UNTIL OCTOBER 27. I HAD 3800 MILES ON THE TRUCK. I HAD FILLED MY GAS TANK JUST OUT OF SAN FRANCISCO AND DROVE APPROXIMATELY 60 MILES JUST OUT SIDE OF CALISTOGA, CALIFORNIA NORTHBOUND ON HWY 29. ...

Nov 13, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 24,102 mi

REAR BRAKE CYLINDER FAILED, RESULTING IN TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE. PER DEALERSHIP THIS WAS CAUSED BY WORN BRAKES. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 25K MILES. *JB

Nov 13, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 3,800 mi

I PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 IN MAY, 2006. I HAD NO TROUBLE WITH THE VEHICLE.. UNTIL OCTOBER 27. I HAD 3800 MILES ON THE TRUCK. I HAD FILLED MY GAS TANK JUST OUT OF SAN FRANCISCO AND DROVE APPROXIMATELY 60 MILES JUST OUT SIDE OF CALISTOGA, CALIFORNIA NORTHBOUND ON HWY 29. ...

Nov 13, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 24,102 mi

REAR BRAKE CYLINDER FAILED, RESULTING IN TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE. PER DEALERSHIP THIS WAS CAUSED BY WORN BRAKES. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 25K MILES. *JB

Oct 27, 2006 Power Train 22,612 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE AUTOMATICALLY PLACED ITSELF INTO 4 WHEEL DRIVE. THE SERVICE DEALER CHANGED A SWITCH AND ELECTRICAL WIRING BUT THE PROBLEM WAS NOT CORRECTED.*AK UPDATED 11/30/06. *JB

Oct 27, 2006 Power Train 22,612 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE AUTOMATICALLY PLACED ITSELF INTO 4 WHEEL DRIVE. THE SERVICE DEALER CHANGED A SWITCH AND ELECTRICAL WIRING BUT THE PROBLEM WAS NOT CORRECTED.*AK UPDATED 11/30/06. *JB

Oct 19, 2006 Steering 18,700 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN HAVING TO AVOID AN OBSTACLE ABOVE 40 MPH, STEERING AND BRAKING MUST OCCUR TO AVOID ROLLOVER. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE A PROBLEM.

Oct 19, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 18,700 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN HAVING TO AVOID AN OBSTACLE ABOVE 40 MPH, STEERING AND BRAKING MUST OCCUR TO AVOID ROLLOVER. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE A PROBLEM.

Oct 19, 2006 Steering 18,700 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN HAVING TO AVOID AN OBSTACLE ABOVE 40 MPH, STEERING AND BRAKING MUST OCCUR TO AVOID ROLLOVER. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE A PROBLEM.

Oct 19, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 18,700 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN HAVING TO AVOID AN OBSTACLE ABOVE 40 MPH, STEERING AND BRAKING MUST OCCUR TO AVOID ROLLOVER. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE A PROBLEM.

Oct 10, 2006 Tires 2,940 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, POOR TRACTION WAS OBSERVED WITH THE TIRES. UPON INSPECTION, TREAD PIECES WERE MISSING ON ALL FOUR TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED ALL TIRES WITH THE SAME BRAND NAME OF TIRES. THE DEALERSHIP MENTIONED T...

Oct 10, 2006 Tires 2,940 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, POOR TRACTION WAS OBSERVED WITH THE TIRES. UPON INSPECTION, TREAD PIECES WERE MISSING ON ALL FOUR TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED ALL TIRES WITH THE SAME BRAND NAME OF TIRES. THE DEALERSHIP MENTIONED T...

Oct 5, 2006 Tires 7,968 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH ON NORMAL ASPHALT ROADS, PIECES OF THE TIRE TREAD SEPARATED FROM ALL FOUR TIRES. THIS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES OVER THE COURSE OF 5 MONTHS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER, WHO DETERMINED THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM WAS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. UPDAT...

Oct 5, 2006 Tires 7,968 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH ON NORMAL ASPHALT ROADS, PIECES OF THE TIRE TREAD SEPARATED FROM ALL FOUR TIRES. THIS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES OVER THE COURSE OF 5 MONTHS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER, WHO DETERMINED THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM WAS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. UPDAT...

Sep 20, 2006 Power Train 1 mi

THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION ON MY 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 HAS A PROBLEM. WHEN THE CLUTCH IS PRESSED YOU CAN NOT SHIFT, OR IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO SHIFT GEARS. AND THE DEALERS SERVICE DEPARTMENT SAYS CHEVROLET DESIGNED ALL STANDARD TRANSMISSION VEHICLES TO WORK THIS WAY. THEY SAY THERE IS NOT AN...

Sep 20, 2006 Power Train 1 mi

THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION ON MY 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 HAS A PROBLEM. WHEN THE CLUTCH IS PRESSED YOU CAN NOT SHIFT, OR IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO SHIFT GEARS. AND THE DEALERS SERVICE DEPARTMENT SAYS CHEVROLET DESIGNED ALL STANDARD TRANSMISSION VEHICLES TO WORK THIS WAY. THEY SAY THERE IS NOT AN...

Sep 11, 2006 Suspension

I HAVE A NEW 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, REGULAR CAB, LONG BED. IT HAS A PRETTY BAD VIBRATION AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, BUT IT IS MOSTLY AT HIGHER SPEEDS, SAY 50 AND UP. THE DEALER HAS BALANCED THE TIRES THREE TIMES AND CONDITION REMAINS. I TOLD THEM SOMETHING IS OUT OF BALANCE. THEY TOLD ME THE TRUCK...

Sep 11, 2006 Suspension

I HAVE A NEW 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, REGULAR CAB, LONG BED. IT HAS A PRETTY BAD VIBRATION AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, BUT IT IS MOSTLY AT HIGHER SPEEDS, SAY 50 AND UP. THE DEALER HAS BALANCED THE TIRES THREE TIMES AND CONDITION REMAINS. I TOLD THEM SOMETHING IS OUT OF BALANCE. THEY TOLD ME THE TRUCK...

Sep 9, 2006 Steering 4,000 mi

WHEN I TURN THE STEERING WHEEL NORMALLY FROM LEFT TO RIGHT I HEAR A CLICKING NOISE AS I TURN. THE SERVICE MANAGER AT THE DEALERSHIP STATED THAT THERE IS A RING IN THE STEERING COLUMN THAT WORKS WITH THE AIRBAG. HE STATED THAT IT CANNOT BE FIX AND THAT IS THE WAY IT IS. WHEN I TOLD HIM THAT OTHER ...

Sep 9, 2006 Steering 4,000 mi

WHEN I TURN THE STEERING WHEEL NORMALLY FROM LEFT TO RIGHT I HEAR A CLICKING NOISE AS I TURN. THE SERVICE MANAGER AT THE DEALERSHIP STATED THAT THERE IS A RING IN THE STEERING COLUMN THAT WORKS WITH THE AIRBAG. HE STATED THAT IT CANNOT BE FIX AND THAT IS THE WAY IT IS. WHEN I TOLD HIM THAT OTHER ...

Aug 28, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 926 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED IN THE FRONT AND REAR AT 40-60 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF THE REAR VIEW AND PASSENGER SIDE MIRRORS DUE TO THE SEVERE VIBRATION. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONTACT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE FRAME ON THE 1999-2006 MODEL YEARS OF THESE V...

Aug 28, 2006 Suspension 926 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED IN THE FRONT AND REAR AT 40-60 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF THE REAR VIEW AND PASSENGER SIDE MIRRORS DUE TO THE SEVERE VIBRATION. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONTACT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE FRAME ON THE 1999-2006 MODEL YEARS OF THESE V...

Aug 28, 2006 Tires 926 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED IN THE FRONT AND REAR AT 40-60 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF THE REAR VIEW AND PASSENGER SIDE MIRRORS DUE TO THE SEVERE VIBRATION. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONTACT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE FRAME ON THE 1999-2006 MODEL YEARS OF THESE V...

Aug 28, 2006 Visibility 926 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED IN THE FRONT AND REAR AT 40-60 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF THE REAR VIEW AND PASSENGER SIDE MIRRORS DUE TO THE SEVERE VIBRATION. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONTACT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE FRAME ON THE 1999-2006 MODEL YEARS OF THESE V...

Aug 28, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 926 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED IN THE FRONT AND REAR AT 40-60 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF THE REAR VIEW AND PASSENGER SIDE MIRRORS DUE TO THE SEVERE VIBRATION. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONTACT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE FRAME ON THE 1999-2006 MODEL YEARS OF THESE V...

Aug 28, 2006 Suspension 926 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED IN THE FRONT AND REAR AT 40-60 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF THE REAR VIEW AND PASSENGER SIDE MIRRORS DUE TO THE SEVERE VIBRATION. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONTACT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE FRAME ON THE 1999-2006 MODEL YEARS OF THESE V...

Aug 28, 2006 Tires 926 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED IN THE FRONT AND REAR AT 40-60 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF THE REAR VIEW AND PASSENGER SIDE MIRRORS DUE TO THE SEVERE VIBRATION. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONTACT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE FRAME ON THE 1999-2006 MODEL YEARS OF THESE V...

Aug 28, 2006 Visibility 926 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE SHIMMIED IN THE FRONT AND REAR AT 40-60 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF THE REAR VIEW AND PASSENGER SIDE MIRRORS DUE TO THE SEVERE VIBRATION. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED THE CONTACT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE FRAME ON THE 1999-2006 MODEL YEARS OF THESE V...

Aug 23, 2006 Unknown Or Other 800 mi

I BOUGHT A 2006 SILVERADO EXT CAB LT3 AT THE END OF FEBRUARY 2006. IN MARCH HEADLINER CAME DOWN. REPLACED TWO WEEKS LATER. SIX WEEKS LATER HEADLINER CAME DOWN AGAIN THE SECOND TIME. REPLACED HEADLINER ONE WEEK LATER. TWO DAYS AFTER REPLACING HEADLINER, IT CAME DOWN THE THIRD TIME. I CONTACTED AREA R...

Aug 23, 2006 Structure 800 mi

I BOUGHT A 2006 SILVERADO EXT CAB LT3 AT THE END OF FEBRUARY 2006. IN MARCH HEADLINER CAME DOWN. REPLACED TWO WEEKS LATER. SIX WEEKS LATER HEADLINER CAME DOWN AGAIN THE SECOND TIME. REPLACED HEADLINER ONE WEEK LATER. TWO DAYS AFTER REPLACING HEADLINER, IT CAME DOWN THE THIRD TIME. I CONTACTED AREA R...

Aug 23, 2006 Unknown Or Other 800 mi

I BOUGHT A 2006 SILVERADO EXT CAB LT3 AT THE END OF FEBRUARY 2006. IN MARCH HEADLINER CAME DOWN. REPLACED TWO WEEKS LATER. SIX WEEKS LATER HEADLINER CAME DOWN AGAIN THE SECOND TIME. REPLACED HEADLINER ONE WEEK LATER. TWO DAYS AFTER REPLACING HEADLINER, IT CAME DOWN THE THIRD TIME. I CONTACTED AREA R...

Aug 23, 2006 Structure 800 mi

I BOUGHT A 2006 SILVERADO EXT CAB LT3 AT THE END OF FEBRUARY 2006. IN MARCH HEADLINER CAME DOWN. REPLACED TWO WEEKS LATER. SIX WEEKS LATER HEADLINER CAME DOWN AGAIN THE SECOND TIME. REPLACED HEADLINER ONE WEEK LATER. TWO DAYS AFTER REPLACING HEADLINER, IT CAME DOWN THE THIRD TIME. I CONTACTED AREA R...

Jul 26, 2006 Tires 900 mi

I BOUGHT A 06 CHEVY SILVERADO PICKUP IN JUNE 06. THE TRUCK HAS 1800 MILES ON IT AND IT HAS A BAD VIBRATION AT ANY SPEED OVER 30 MPH. I HAVE BROUGHT THE TRUCK BACK TO THE DEALER 4 TIMES AND EACH TIME THEY REBALANCE THE TIRES. THE LAST TIME I WAS THERE THEY LET 5 LBS OF AIR OUT OF EACH TIRE. THEY ARE ...

Jul 26, 2006 Tires 900 mi

I BOUGHT A 06 CHEVY SILVERADO PICKUP IN JUNE 06. THE TRUCK HAS 1800 MILES ON IT AND IT HAS A BAD VIBRATION AT ANY SPEED OVER 30 MPH. I HAVE BROUGHT THE TRUCK BACK TO THE DEALER 4 TIMES AND EACH TIME THEY REBALANCE THE TIRES. THE LAST TIME I WAS THERE THEY LET 5 LBS OF AIR OUT OF EACH TIRE. THEY ARE ...

Jul 21, 2006 Electrical System 1,200 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TURNING THE KEY TO THE ACCESSORY POSITION, THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE TAKEN OUT OF PARK WITHOUT APPLYING THE FOOT BRAKE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONSULTED, WHO DETERMINED THE VEHICLE WAS PURPOSELY DESIGNED IN THAT MANNER. THE CONTACT EXPRESSED THAT WHILE THE IGNITIO...

Jul 21, 2006 Electrical System 1,200 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TURNING THE KEY TO THE ACCESSORY POSITION, THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE TAKEN OUT OF PARK WITHOUT APPLYING THE FOOT BRAKE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONSULTED, WHO DETERMINED THE VEHICLE WAS PURPOSELY DESIGNED IN THAT MANNER. THE CONTACT EXPRESSED THAT WHILE THE IGNITIO...

Jul 19, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 5 mi

THE 2006 SILVERADO ONLY PROVIDES TWO OPTIONS FOR AUTO DOOR LOCKS (1. IN GEAR 2. AT SPEED). PRIOR TO 2005 THERE WAS A THIRD OPTION FOR "NO AUTO DOOR LOCK OR DISABLE". BESIDES BEING A HUGE INCONVENIENCE TO MANY OWNERS IT IS POTENTIALLY A SAFETY ISSUE IF YOU NEED TO EXIT THE TRUCK IN AN EMERGENCY AND...

Jul 19, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 5 mi

THE 2006 SILVERADO ONLY PROVIDES TWO OPTIONS FOR AUTO DOOR LOCKS (1. IN GEAR 2. AT SPEED). PRIOR TO 2005 THERE WAS A THIRD OPTION FOR "NO AUTO DOOR LOCK OR DISABLE". BESIDES BEING A HUGE INCONVENIENCE TO MANY OWNERS IT IS POTENTIALLY A SAFETY ISSUE IF YOU NEED TO EXIT THE TRUCK IN AN EMERGENCY AND...

Jul 17, 2006 Equipment 8,026 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED, THE DIRECTIONS FOR CHANGING A TIRE INDICATED THERE WAS A PAD ON THE AXLE, FOR THE POSITIONING OF THE TIRE JACK. THERE WAS NOT A PAD ON THE AXLE AS INDICATED, LEAVING NO SAFE LOCATION TO POSITION THE TIRE JACK. *AK UPDATED 09/13/06. *JB

Jul 17, 2006 Equipment 8,026 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED, THE DIRECTIONS FOR CHANGING A TIRE INDICATED THERE WAS A PAD ON THE AXLE, FOR THE POSITIONING OF THE TIRE JACK. THERE WAS NOT A PAD ON THE AXLE AS INDICATED, LEAVING NO SAFE LOCATION TO POSITION THE TIRE JACK. *AK UPDATED 09/13/06. *JB

Jul 17, 2006 Equipment 8,026 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED, THE DIRECTIONS FOR CHANGING A TIRE INDICATED THERE WAS A PAD ON THE AXLE, FOR THE POSITIONING OF THE TIRE JACK. THERE WAS NOT A PAD ON THE AXLE AS INDICATED, LEAVING NO SAFE LOCATION TO POSITION THE TIRE JACK. *AK UPDATED 09/13/06. *JB

Jul 17, 2006 Equipment 8,026 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED, THE DIRECTIONS FOR CHANGING A TIRE INDICATED THERE WAS A PAD ON THE AXLE, FOR THE POSITIONING OF THE TIRE JACK. THERE WAS NOT A PAD ON THE AXLE AS INDICATED, LEAVING NO SAFE LOCATION TO POSITION THE TIRE JACK. *AK UPDATED 09/13/06. *JB

Jun 21, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 180 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE THAT WAS PURCHASED ON 06/16/06 WAS EQUIPPED WITH POOR QUALITY BRAKES IN THE REAR. THE VEHICLE WAS ALSO EQUIPPED WITH DISC BRAKES IN THE FRONT AND DRUM BRAKES IN THE REAR. THE CONTACT EXPRESSED THAT THE SAME MODEL FROM YEARS 2000-2004 WAS EQUIPPED WITH STANDARD D...

Jun 21, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 180 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE THAT WAS PURCHASED ON 06/16/06 WAS EQUIPPED WITH POOR QUALITY BRAKES IN THE REAR. THE VEHICLE WAS ALSO EQUIPPED WITH DISC BRAKES IN THE FRONT AND DRUM BRAKES IN THE REAR. THE CONTACT EXPRESSED THAT THE SAME MODEL FROM YEARS 2000-2004 WAS EQUIPPED WITH STANDARD D...

May 29, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control

OUR NEW 2006 CHEVROLET CK1500 4X4 EXTENDED CAB PICK UP TRUCK HAS A CRUISE CONTROL DEFECT THAT CHEVROLET DISMISSES AS NORMAL. WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING USING THE CRUISE CONTROL AND START UP A HILL THE TRUCK SLOWS DOWN AT LEAST 10 MILES AN HOUR THEN SUDDENLY WITHOUT WARNING THE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM JOLTS...

May 29, 2006 Vehicle Speed Control

OUR NEW 2006 CHEVROLET CK1500 4X4 EXTENDED CAB PICK UP TRUCK HAS A CRUISE CONTROL DEFECT THAT CHEVROLET DISMISSES AS NORMAL. WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING USING THE CRUISE CONTROL AND START UP A HILL THE TRUCK SLOWS DOWN AT LEAST 10 MILES AN HOUR THEN SUDDENLY WITHOUT WARNING THE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM JOLTS...

May 22, 2006 Power Train 1,000 mi

MY 1500HD SUPER CREW CAB HAS HAD A HARMONIC RUMBLE SINCE THE SECOND WEEK OF OWNERSHIP. IT VARIES SOME WITH SPEED AND LOAD BUT CAN BE FELT THROUGH THE FLOOR INTO YOUR FEET AND BE HEARD EASILY AT ALL TIMES. IT GETS PROGRESSIVELY LOUDER UNTIL IT IS SERVICED. THE DEALER HAS WORKED ON THE PROBLEM 4 TI...

May 22, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 1,000 mi

MY 1500HD SUPER CREW CAB HAS HAD A HARMONIC RUMBLE SINCE THE SECOND WEEK OF OWNERSHIP. IT VARIES SOME WITH SPEED AND LOAD BUT CAN BE FELT THROUGH THE FLOOR INTO YOUR FEET AND BE HEARD EASILY AT ALL TIMES. IT GETS PROGRESSIVELY LOUDER UNTIL IT IS SERVICED. THE DEALER HAS WORKED ON THE PROBLEM 4 TI...

May 22, 2006 Power Train 1,000 mi

MY 1500HD SUPER CREW CAB HAS HAD A HARMONIC RUMBLE SINCE THE SECOND WEEK OF OWNERSHIP. IT VARIES SOME WITH SPEED AND LOAD BUT CAN BE FELT THROUGH THE FLOOR INTO YOUR FEET AND BE HEARD EASILY AT ALL TIMES. IT GETS PROGRESSIVELY LOUDER UNTIL IT IS SERVICED. THE DEALER HAS WORKED ON THE PROBLEM 4 TI...

May 22, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 1,000 mi

MY 1500HD SUPER CREW CAB HAS HAD A HARMONIC RUMBLE SINCE THE SECOND WEEK OF OWNERSHIP. IT VARIES SOME WITH SPEED AND LOAD BUT CAN BE FELT THROUGH THE FLOOR INTO YOUR FEET AND BE HEARD EASILY AT ALL TIMES. IT GETS PROGRESSIVELY LOUDER UNTIL IT IS SERVICED. THE DEALER HAS WORKED ON THE PROBLEM 4 TI...

May 15, 2006 Air Bags Crash 3,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING A U-TURN AT 40MPH, THERE WAS A LOSS OF CONTROL, THE VEHICLE STRUCK A TREE AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT WAS WEARING A SEATBELT HOWEVER, MINOR INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END. ALTHOUGH THERE WA...

May 15, 2006 Air Bags Crash 3,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING A U-TURN AT 40MPH, THERE WAS A LOSS OF CONTROL, THE VEHICLE STRUCK A TREE AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT WAS WEARING A SEATBELT HOWEVER, MINOR INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END. ALTHOUGH THERE WA...

May 7, 2006 Tires 2,700 mi

I HAVE A BRAND NEW 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO PICKUP AND IT CAME WITH P265/70R/17 GOODYEAR WRANGLER ST TIRES. AT 2700 MILES THE RIGHT REAR TIRE WENT FLAT WHILE TRAVELING ON A PAVED ROAD AND AT 5500 MILES THE LEFT FRONT TIRE WENT FLAT WHILE TRAVELING ON A GRAVELED ROAD. BOTH TIRES HAD CUTS IN THE CENTER OF...

May 7, 2006 Tires 2,700 mi

I HAVE A BRAND NEW 2006 CHEVY SILVERADO PICKUP AND IT CAME WITH P265/70R/17 GOODYEAR WRANGLER ST TIRES. AT 2700 MILES THE RIGHT REAR TIRE WENT FLAT WHILE TRAVELING ON A PAVED ROAD AND AT 5500 MILES THE LEFT FRONT TIRE WENT FLAT WHILE TRAVELING ON A GRAVELED ROAD. BOTH TIRES HAD CUTS IN THE CENTER OF...

May 5, 2006 Equipment

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 EXTENDED 0.5 TON: SPEAR-TIRE LOWERING DEVICE. THE PLASTIC TUBE FROM BUMPER TO SQUARE LOWERING NIPPLE DOES NOT ALIGN. WHEN INSERTING RODE INTO TUBE YOU CANNOT CONNECT WITH NIPPLE. AFTER 25 MIN. IF FISHING AROUND FOR CONNECTION ONE PERSON MUST CRAWL UNDER THE VEHICLE, L...

May 5, 2006 Equipment

2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 EXTENDED 0.5 TON: SPEAR-TIRE LOWERING DEVICE. THE PLASTIC TUBE FROM BUMPER TO SQUARE LOWERING NIPPLE DOES NOT ALIGN. WHEN INSERTING RODE INTO TUBE YOU CANNOT CONNECT WITH NIPPLE. AFTER 25 MIN. IF FISHING AROUND FOR CONNECTION ONE PERSON MUST CRAWL UNDER THE VEHICLE, L...

Apr 18, 2006 Tires 12,171 mi

DRIVING AT LOW SPEED IN DOWNTOWN MACON, RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT. SIDEWALL HAD 0.5 INCH SLIT AND OBVIOUSLY WAS BEGINNING TO "SEPARATE" (I COULD SEE WHAT LOOKED LIKE A THREAD). TIRES WERE JUST BALANCED/ROTATED WEEK OF APRIL 10, 2006. TREAD LOOKS OK. COULD SEE "DETERIORATION" AROUND ENTIRE TIRE SI...

Apr 18, 2006 Tires 12,171 mi

DRIVING AT LOW SPEED IN DOWNTOWN MACON, RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT. SIDEWALL HAD 0.5 INCH SLIT AND OBVIOUSLY WAS BEGINNING TO "SEPARATE" (I COULD SEE WHAT LOOKED LIKE A THREAD). TIRES WERE JUST BALANCED/ROTATED WEEK OF APRIL 10, 2006. TREAD LOOKS OK. COULD SEE "DETERIORATION" AROUND ENTIRE TIRE SI...

Mar 28, 2006 Tires

WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AT 75 MPH AND HAD A REAR TIRE BLOWOUT FOR NO APPARENT REASON OTHER THAN A POSSIBLE TIRE DEFECT. WE DID NOT HIT ANYTHING. WE QUICKLY SLOWED AND GOT OFF THE ROAD. THE TIRE SIDE WALL BLEW OUT. THE TIRES ARE NEW AND HAD LESS THAN 3000 MILES ON THEM. *JB

Mar 28, 2006 Tires

WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AT 75 MPH AND HAD A REAR TIRE BLOWOUT FOR NO APPARENT REASON OTHER THAN A POSSIBLE TIRE DEFECT. WE DID NOT HIT ANYTHING. WE QUICKLY SLOWED AND GOT OFF THE ROAD. THE TIRE SIDE WALL BLEW OUT. THE TIRES ARE NEW AND HAD LESS THAN 3000 MILES ON THEM. *JB