78,000 miles - blown intake manifold gasket and transmission failure. Got both repaired and now (1 month later) rear end starting to clunk. Piece of junk.
Consumer Complaints & Reviews
My 2006 (two year old!) Chevy Tahoe with only 43,369 miles on it experienced major transmission failure. Although the vehicle was purchased brand new, and within the warranty timeframe, but not within the warranty mileage, GM Customer Service provided no help resolving the issue.
Out of nowhere, when I tried to acellerate, my vehicle acted as if it was in neutral, reving while sitting in place, and then lunging forward after hard shifting into first gear. Maintenance schedules show that the transmission requires no service prior to 100,000 miles (50,000 under extreme conditions) however, the faulty component failed at a significantly lower mileage. Additionally, the hesitation and subsequent lunge forward caused a dangerous situation where I was forced to back quickly out of the intersection to avoid oncoming traffic. As recommended in the manual, I called GM Customer Service prior to proceeding with any other complaints. After receiving what seemed to be good customer service, I was advised that my claim was being endorsed and forwarded to a regional specialist who would work directly with me and the dealer. I was also, promised a call back within 24 hours or one business day from the regional specialist.
Nearly one week later, I have yet to receive a return phone call and was forced to buy a new transmission (also given the option from the dealer to rebuild at slightly less cost). I have read in internet newsgroups and other areas of the web of people experiencing similar problems and desiring a class action suit or recall from the manufacturer. This is my third brand new Chevy in a row, and the second to experience major transmission failure under 60,000. Other GM/Chevy makes and models with this same transmission should be recalled.
I purchased my 2002 Chevy Tahoe brand new and have kept up with the scheduled maintenance. I've had no problems until a few days ago. The mileage is at 58,000 and was told by my mechanic that I now need a new transmission which will probably cost at least $2500. There was no indication that the transmission was having problems ie metal shavings and the fluids were all topped off.
Towing charges and replacement of brand new transmission costing at least $2500.
I purchased a 99 Chevy Tahoe less than 3 years ago. About 3 months after buying the vehicle, the transmission went. I took it back to the dealership and was told it would be fixed.
The mechanic that fixed my truck advised that Tahoe/Suburban makes have a manufacturers defect with transmissions. He would get all Chevy parts and rebuild the transmission. After the truck was out of the shop, it drove fine for about a year. After that, when going from first to second gear it made a rough engagment. Like a loud thump! I took it back to the mechanic and was told everything was fine.
On New Year's Eve, while driving the transmission wouldn't go into gear. My truck has about 99,000 miles and is only about 6 years old. I believe a transmission should last longer than that! I don't have the money to get a new transmission. Please help!
