Chevy Trucks Reviews

For several years including my 2001 truck, Chevrolet and GM have used plastic exterior door handles on their trucks (not sure about cars). Recently, during our famous Dec., 2007 ice storm here in Oklahoma, I was attempting to open my driver's side truck door, when the plastic handle broke off. I had made sure my door was free of ice or so I thought. It is common knowledge that ABS plastic or plastic of any kind is susceptible to stress breaking and deteriorates in both hot and cold weather conditions. Why would vehicles be designed in this manner? To me this is a major design flaw. Obviously the automotive engineer that thought this design up was standing behind the door the day brains were passed out. Since this has happened to me, I have seen other numerous GM/Chevy trucks here in Tulsa with broken exterior door handles. What is Chevy/GM going to do about this obvious design flaw? I feel they need to replace my handle free of charge!!!

I purchased my Chevy Silverado 2500HD new in March of 2005. I have not used this truck heavily (toughest job was hauling mulch). It has 10,600 miles. I noticed a bad pulsation when braking over the last 1,000 miles. Took it for inspection, told mechanic to check brakes- all 4 rotors were junk, rear pads shot. 800 bucks later, i have a truck that is barely 3 years old, just over 10,000 miles and an obvious design flaw with the brakes. I sent a letter to GM expressing my outrage.

I have a 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche Truck and currently have 79,000 plus miles on it. Recently (within the last 6 weeks) I have been experiencing problems with my speedometer. The speedometer will say I'm going 80 miles per hour when I'm at a complete stop. The only way to fix it is to shut the car off and restart it (approximately 8-12 times) in order for the speedometer to reset itself to 0. When I first experienced the problem, I went on the internet to see if there was a recall for this from Chevrolet knowing that it would be costly to fix such an item. I found that there was no recall but I did see that there was a class action regarding the same type of problem. Last week, I received a letter from Chevrolet stating that this was happening to some of their vehicles and as a courtesy they were extending the warranty on the instrument panel gauges and they listed the speedometer as being involved in this warranty. Unfortunately, the letter states that they are extending the warranty regarding this problem to 7 years or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first. I called a dealer today who gave me customer assistance's number (since I was above the warranty miles and said that I would have to get approval from them). I went through 2 different people who after 15 minutes of being placed on hold several times told me that I didn't qualify for this warranty since I was over 70,000 miles by 9,000 miles and because I'm the second owner of the car (I bought the truck from my sister at about 10,000-12,000 miles.)

I received a letter from Chevrolet stating that there may be a problem with the instrument gauges in my 2003 suburban. We do have that problem where the gauge sticks at 80. Chevrolet sent me the letter saying they would fix it if it was less than 7 years or 70,000 miles which ever comes first. We have exceeded the 70,000 miles so they will not fix it. My complaint is, if this is a knowledge that Chevrolet has that this happens in 2003 models, they should fix it no matter what the mileage. I got tons of excuses why they won't fix it, my feelings are if this is an ongoing problem change it to a recall and fix everybody's or don't send out a letter.

I have a situation that you may be able to help me with., I have a 2003 Chevy Suburban with 120,000 miles on it. I have four kids and do a lot of driving. Recently, my speedometer gauge has been fluctuating. I got a letter from GM stating there is a flaw with all 2003 GM truck models with faulty speedometers. They will pay for replacement of the panel BUT only if your vehicles has less than 70,000 miles. Now, I can see this if it were a part in the drive train but a SPEEDOMETER??? This really has nothing to do with my wear and tear but with their faulty design. When I brought this to the attention of GM, they denied any reimbursement for repair. I have the letter sent to me from GM. They state throughout the letter that they are doing this to keep good customer relations. They have now lost me as a future customer. Would you be interested in looking into this? My dealer is also involved, Courtesy Chevrolet on Madison. Let me know and I will fax you the letter.

In 2000 I purchased a new 1999 chevy silverado Z71 ext cab 4x4.This truck has always been stored in a heated garage,and only has 61000 miles.I keep this truck spotless!Recently I noticed both rocker panels are loaded with rust coming from the inside out.I'm extremely disapointed.The truck is still in like new condition.It looks like this is going to be a problem with these trucks and it shouldn't happen!

I had to purchase a new key for my 2008 Cheverolet Silverado Half Ton pick-up the dealership did not bother to tell me that the truck would have to be brought in to program the new key. After reading the owners manual and finding this out I called GM roadside Assistance to have my truck towed to the dealership. After over 4 hours of waiting I contacted the local dealership they had not recieved a dispatch from GM. It was almost 5 PM and they would not be able to pick up the vehicle today and tomarrow is a holliday. when I called GM Roadside to complain I was treaded routly by Customer Service Rep. and was hung up on.

We purchased a New 2005 TrailBlazer in December 2005 and just want you to know how EXTREMELY disappointed we are with this vehicle. We had several problems with the vehicle in the last two years that the dealer fixed; however, it is the stereo system/CD Player that will no longer play after 1 1/2 years that really kills us. We called the dealership after it completely went and because it was 2 weeks out of warranty they said that there was nothing they could do and that it would be $450.00 to install a new stereo. We have owned GM vehicles our entire lives and my husbands father used to work for GM. Is there anything that you can suggest to help us with this situation? Many Thanks...Giles R.

My vehicle (a 2002 Chevy Tahoe) began making a few odd noises. I then took it to my local Chevrolet dealership for a diagnostic and repairs as I always do. The list turned out to be as follows: - AC compressor locked up - replacement of compressor, serpentine belt and all related components. - Inner & outer tie rod ends on passenger side - replacement of both - Rattle in the steering column - replace steering shaft - They also found a bolt broken on the exhaust manifold. I was quite surprised at the repair list b/c I had just bought the vehicle a few months prior. Luckily it had the bumper to bumper warranty. Being that I have dealt with warranty companies before I was careful that I followed procedure. I left all warranty contact info for the dealer and expected to get my vehicle back in a day or two. That was definitely not the case. I received a call from the dealer that of their bill of around $3,000, the warranty was going to pay $1300 or so. I was shocked at this so-called bumper to bumper warranty.

I leased a 2006 Chevrolet Siverado 1500 extended cab 4x4. With in 4000 miles brake pulsation was so bad the truck would actually bounce up and down. It took 4 visits in the next 20,000 miles to repair brakes for the same issue until finally GM replaced all the brake components. Almost immediately after that I started getting noise from the steering column whenever the truck hit a bump in the road. The dealer knew within seconds the cause and, unofficially, told me GM has been suffering from this same failure, a bad steering column mid shaft, for years. After that was fixed my power steering failed. It has taken another 4 trips to the dealer to fix that problem and I'm not at all certain it is fixed. This LEMON has been back to dealerships, no exaggeration, 15 times in the year and a half I've owned it for warranty repairs. The best offer they have is to pay for a year of oil changes! Gee thanks, do I get a kiss too?

I bought a 2005 Silverado 1500. Since I purchased it, I have warped the rotors 3 times and finally had them replaced to the tune of $720 for front rotors and pads. Every time I have had the brakes checked, I have been told that I was being too hard on the brakes causing uneven wear and heat spots (Warping). I only have 42k miles on the truck and I am still being told that this is not a known issue with GM. I look at this site and know of my complaints and I can't understand how they can not know that they have a major safety issue with the breaking system on these vehicles. Something needs to be done.

2004 silverado 2500hd purchased 3/25/04.had wheels replaced once,and are corroded again. have windshield windlace noise,dealer unable to repair.have notified dealer several times that brakes dont seem to stop correctly,meaning stops slow for a heavy duty truck.dealer sent me notic last year that they would,for a charge,inspect the truck brakes and lubricate the slides, that have been a problem.at 50,000 miles i just replaced the rear brakes and rotors. pads were froxzen to bracket and needed to be hammered out of the bracket. the rotors ate trashed. inside of rotors had large chunks out of them.after reading this board,with all the brake problems, i think it is time to buy another brand,and not chevrolet. i have purchased G.M. cars and trucks since 1961, and plan on buying from another manufacturer, that can make a heavy duty truck,that will stop when i am traveling showing my vintage chevrolets.it is a shame that a company will spend no time correcting a major failure such as brakes. toyota is pounding the ads showing great stopping power.which is very impressive. my experience with this truck is serious and i would gladly consider joining any class action being brought forward.

After reading the recalls / complaint section on the Consumer Affairs website, I'm having serious doubts about my purchase of the new Chevy Silverado. I, recently, had my 2007 Silverado into Miller Brothers in Ellicott City, MD for service. They were able to find and correct a defective pressure sensor in the left rear tire.

I have a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD with a diesel engine. I have had braking issues where the truck at times takes a long time to slow down and come to a complete stop. The master cylinder has been replaced and the dealer told me I should also replace all of the brake fluid. That being done I still have experienced the braking issues and it has been noted (on a total of three complaints), they have inspected the brake system and have found no leaks, my rotors and shoes are in good shape but the truck still fails me in stopping at times. I am happy with the rest of the truck but at the high cost and the companys inability to fix a problem I willl not be purchasing another Chevrolet. product.

I have a 2000 Chevy Silverado which has the VERY common steering column problem. Since 1999 almost all Chevy trucks and suvs have been having a problem with clunking and loose feeling of the steering column. For years GM didn't have a fix for this and all they would do is grease the shaft and the problem would reappear soon. This was a design problem with the intermediate shaft. There is plenty of info about this problem online.

I have 2002 Chev Z-71 truck and it has the piston slap noise.It only has about 60.000 miles. I've taken it to dealers and said its normal to hear the noise and they dont have a fix for it.This is not normal for an engine to make this noise.

I have a 2004 trailblazer with 42,000 miles. ABS and brake light went on. Brakes felt fine, but checked brake pads. They were fine. Then all of a sudden, brakes felt like they were sticking. ABS would not release. Then one day the right passenger side brakes caught on fire. I had to replace caliper on right passenger side. All sensors, brake lines, power brake booster, master cylinder,and rotor on rear passenger side due to rust and severe wear. ABS still won't release and I am going through gas like crazy because my truck has to work twice as hard to accelerate.I don't know what else to do. This is just ridiculous.

I own a 2003 Chevy Silverado truck. My 5th new GM product. I purchased this vehicle new. Have taken extreme care wit it. At 60,000 miles, the intake manifold gasket leaked and caused total engine failure.

I just paid off my 2002 Chevy Trailblazer when lo and behold the passenger side window stopped working. I have taken it to a dealership then a repair place, neither have been able to fix the problem. Now the driver side window has stopped working. Odd thing is that I went outside to get something out of the garage. The trailblazer was parked outside and there was a slight drizzle. When I walked past the car, I thought I heard the window roll down. I turned my head and sure enough the driver's side window was partially down. So I opened the door, inserted the ignition key and rolled it back up. When I came out in the morning the driver's side window was all the way down. I inserted the key and rolled it back up. Now the window won't roll up or down.

My 2003 Chevy Silverado was in the dealership for repairs. Brakes went to the floor when I tried to stop it exiting the dealership. Returned the truck Can not duplicate is there response. Within 50 Km and 3 days the truck didn't stop again. On Sept. 20, 2005, this time it collided with another vehicle. Since then GM continually tells me they cannot duplicate. Photos after accident indicated drums and shoes were OK. Why then does this truck not stop? On the dealership lot it happened again. I was told that there was a small amount of room under brake pedal to meet standard. I feel there is a serious and dangerous issue with these brakes and GM is aware of it. I don't believe it is rotors or brakes that is causing the mushy brakes that go to the floor.

I own a 03 Silverado. At 29,000 the brakes started squealing and became mushy. I brought it to an independent dealer, and was told how Chevy Rotors are junk. $680 later, I had new brakes. I contacted customer service at GM. Nothing but runaround. Said that I did not use replacement GM rotors, so they could not help. I asked why I should put defective equipment back on, and they stuttered. I recieved an email stating they consider my case frugal and will not respond to anymore requests. Has anyone thought class action suit? Goodbye Chevy, hello Honda.

If I had looked at the complaint list on the number of people who has fan clutch problems with their Trailblazers I never would have purchased the truck. My 2002 Trailblazer LTZ sounds like a jet. This would certainly seem like a recall issue by any company concerned with future sales of their product. It is not hard to understand how a company can be on the verge of failure with the attitude that they sell a multi-thousand dollar, throw away product. I will certainly be a toyota driver after this experience with American quality.

I have a 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Silverado. I bought this used with about 40,000 miles on it in June 2003. By March 2004 I had to replace all the rotors and pads. The truck seemed to be working fine, however, over the summer of 2007 the brakes started to feel soft and when I came to a full stop, there was an aweful grinding noise coming from just below the brake pedal and then at the stop, the brake pedal would push back against my foot. I took it in and the back brakes were all rusted so i had to have the rotors and pads replaced again for $350. Then about two weeks later, I lost both the power steering and power brakes at the same time. Luckily I was turning around in the driveway when this happened and not on the highway in traffic as I'd have had an accident for sure. It turns out the brakes are powered by the power steering fluid as the 2500 has the Hydro-Boost brake system instead of a vaccum system. So I had to have the truck towed and the power steering pump replaced at a cost of $450 with the tow. I think the concept of both the steering and brakes in one system is terrible, if the pump gois out while in heavy traffic or going 60+ mph on the highway, you're in a world of hurt.

I made the mistake of buying a 2004 Chevy Trailblazer. Considering the price I paid for the car, you would think I would have a dependable car. NO. After 3 years and 41,000 miles the entire transmission went out on my way to work. I had the car towed to the dealership only for them to charge me $80 and tell me what I already knew. I had to pay for another tow to a more reputable transmission garage and found the price to repair it to be over $2,000. Yeah, I have $2,000 just laying around the house to give away. I will never buy a GM product again.

The brakes on my 1999 Chevy Silverado 2500 randomly go out while driving, almost causing serious damge and injury. I took the vehicle to the chevy dealership and they told me my brake lines were rusted out. They want me to pay over $2000 in repairs for new brake lines and minor under carriage damage due to rust. I've taken very good care of my truck even though I lived on the beach for 2 years. I noticed there was a recall on the brakes for that model and year, and I want to know if the dealership is covering, and the sea salt caused the same problems as described in earlier articles about Chevy's ABS sensors causing the brakes to go out. My truck is currently still at the dealership in Athens, GA, because i cannot afford the repairs, so in the mean time I'm out of a vehicle.

2003 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 truck. Replaced bad rear rotors and pads at 17000 miles at a Chevrolet dealer. Then at 22,000 miles rotors wear again and flaked off the metal and left a rough rusted surface. When tapped lightly with a hammer all the surface flakes and a rusty surface remains. The brake lines to each wheel is very rusted enough to look dangerous.

Under their Mr Goodwrench Lifetime Warranty, certain major parts are warranted for life. I had a part replaced at the Gm dealership that was warranted for life. When the part failed again GM said the part had a lifetime warranty when I bought it but it doesn't anymore and refused to warrant the part even though they charge a premium for the parts because they have a lifetime warranty I found there are several parts in this category no longer under warranty after they've been paid for.

I have a 1996 Chevrolet Blazer and on the way home from Denver to Colorado Springs which is 56 miles I had a fuel line start leaking. I looked under the car only to find the fuel lines resting on the transmission, where the hole is, it looked as if over time the transmission had worn a hole through the fuel line. I have not seen any recalls or anything on this problem, the fuel lines are in their stock location. GM is only wanting to charge me 900 hundred dollars to put new lines on. I dont know what to do about this problem.

We purchased a 2001 Chevy Suburban in December of 2006. In March of 2007, the vehicle broke down. OUr mechanic replaced the fuel module. This cost us almost $700. In May of 2007, we received a notice from Chevrolet that there was an open recall on this vehicle for a defect to the wiring harness of the fuel module resevoir. I called and explained to them we had this repaired already and would like to be reimbursed. GM refuses to reimburse me for my expense because the mechanic used after market parts. They also refuse to send me a letter stating that they are denying my claim even though their own Product Recall Customer Reimbursement Procedure states that if the claim is denied you will receive a letter from GM stating the reason for the denial.

My avalance 92 ABS system went out. When engine off the ABS just kept on running. The Dealer stated there were no recalls and the part replacement was $895.00 $1165 installed. I have found recalls on this same unit on internet. However, GM only has recalls in 20 states. Even though problem in nation wide.

I purchased a chevy avalanche 2002 model two years ago and I've had every problem imagined ranging from no oil in engine to my last and costly ploblem rear differential that ruined my vacation three weeks ago.

2003 Chevy Silverdao truck anti lock brakes keep coming on at low speed causing a pulsating feel and further stopping distances. Unfortuneately my vehicle's vin number is not on the recall list ( surprise)for this known GM problem. Looks like I will have to spend hunderds of dollars on repairs and it appears based on other internet responses this will be an ongoing expence. My only hope is that a government recall is ordered for is a poor GM response for a poor designed ABS break system or a class action laysuit.

Our 2000 Chevy Silverado has been involved in many recalls that we were not made aware of since GM did not have our correct name and address. I discovered this when I called GM regarding 2 recalls concerning the brake lines that I found on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website. We have lost our brakes very suddenly 3 times and each time the dealership has repaired a section of the brake line.

Last year I bought a 2002 Chevy Trailblazer. Not quite one year later a ticking noise has began. After speaking with a mechanic they said it was most likely the fan clutch that needs to be replaced. I've done considerable research online and discovered this is not only an extremely common problem, just because I replace the fan clutch, it does not ensure it will not happen again shortly. There is a faulty design pattern. GM changed the control software with worked at 100PWM's to 80PWM's so that the clutch would not go too fast at low speeds, thus effecting the fuel economy. This ticking noise is part of their design and ultimately leads to the fan clutch failing. If it gets stuck open, threads can get caught in the valve causing engine problems. Visit http://forums.trailvoy.com/showthread.php

On June 12, 2007, while driving my 2004 Silverdo, I felt a jerk in the driveline and lost all digital readouts, lost power windows on the driver side front and rear, lost all running lights, turn signals and hazard lights. I took my truck to GM dealer for an inspection. They found a blown 50 amp fuse. They ran some tests and found no shorts. They replaced the fuse, did a test drive and no short was found. I took my truck back, and on July 9 my truck had a fire while parked.

I have a 2004 Silverado with rusted rotors and mushy brakes. I talked to a coworker who had the exact same issue. Looking on the web I saw many many others with the same exact problem. I just went out of warranty even though I have only 15,000 miles on the truck. The dealer would only offer a discount on the brake job. Everyone knows what that means. These braking systems are obviously defective and most obviously a safety hazard. I would think this would be a simple issue to resolve and should be handled by the GM compay.I plan to lodge a formal complaint with GM because I know the dealers will never foot the bill for one of these.

I have a 2002 Chevy S10 crew cab 4WD that was inspected in January. They told me that my brakes passed but needed attention before next inspection. Two weeks later I hear a squeal coming from my driver side. It sounded like my brake sensor. I didn't think so , because it was just inspected and passed. I looked at the inspection sticker and the driver's side was one of the tires they pulled. It was the brakes, the rotors were also grooved really bad in the back. I called the dealer. I told them what happened. The person I talked to couldn't tell me what happened. He said that when they pull the tire, they look at the front pad and if it is okay , they don't go any further. Ever since , my truck still makes a squeal and I am trying to figure it out. Just today, 7/7/07, I found out it could be my wheel bearing. The dealer would charge $400 for the bearing and $400 for labor. That's just great. I can buy the bearing myself for $128 and install it myself. I am not sure that is what's wrong.

sububran 2001 fuel pump problems after recall for the sending unit was done

I have both of the vehicles listed and although both are reliable, they do have several problems in common. Both vehicles have the 4.3l Vortec engine. For both vehicles, with A/C operating, it feels like the engine is missing or losing power every time the A/C unit cycles. I very seldom use the air for this reason. The door hinges on both vehicles have had to be replaced. The truck has less than 50,000 miles. Lots of rattles on the Blazer. The structural integrety on the drivers door of the pickup is poor because of the 3rd door. On medium rough roads, the door will shift enough that it will 'clunk' and you can hear wind noise thru the weatherstripping. I helped this problem by applying another strip of foam rubber along the factory weatherstripping. The truck has an unexplained thumping noise in the right front, beween the front right tire and the glove box. A friend with the same model pickup, has the same problem and despite taking it to several mechanics and replacing anything suspicious, has yet to find the problem. His pickup also has the same problem as mine with the driver side door. On another note, I noticed your recommendation to be very carefull of GM cars using the newer antifreeze. My in-laws have a 2001 Buick Century. When I checked the antifreeze this winter, it looked like engine sludge had made its way into the radiator. There is a thick, reddish brown sludge covering everything. It almost has the consistency of grease.

I first called using ONSTAR in my Avalanche; the lady with ONSTAR said that they were closed. Afterward I then called back on my own and I got the automated system and the store hours said they were open. I pressed the number for sales and finally got someone after holding for over 5 minutes. I voiced my concerns about not getting a LIVE HUMAN and wanted the service department. He said they were busy so I said if you want to prove how great the service that you brag about really is then have them call me back in 15 minutes.

2001 chevy suburban piston slap since 40,000 miles and getting louder. Uses more oil than should. Had no idea that these motors were doing this till after the fact, had I known I would not have bought. Been told by gm that it is normal. Uses at least 1 quart of oil every 3000 miles. I have a 98 sunfire with 126,000 miles that doesn't use a drop of oil.

2004 trucks and suv's speedometer stops working. Mind stopped after only 2 years old. I have come across quite a few people just in my area with this problem. there is no recall, there should be.

I am not at all happy about how General Motors deceived me on my purchase of an extended cab pickup truck. First I’ll give you some background, then my complaint. Last February 14, 2007 I bought a new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 extended cab 2WD pickup truck VIN #1GCEC19X37Z123266. According to the paper work, it is a 2007 model. The vehicle price, ($23,698.00) plus the service contract ($1,495.00) made the total cash price $25,193.00. The manufacturer’s rebate was $3000.00 reducing the total cash price - $22,193.00. April 1, 2007 I read a newspaper article about the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 extended cab 2WD LT 4X2 vehicle. This is the same pickup that I purchased. The main feature of the 2007 is, and I quote “We drove an LT 4X2 with the pure truck décor and an extended cab that featured Silverado’s new rear-hinged panel door. That door now opens 170 degrees to fold virtually flush against the bed. No more being trapped by open doors in tight parking lots.� Another obvious change in the 2007 model is the cosmetic look of the front bumper. Now my complaint: My truck does not have the rear doors that open 170 degrees. They open 90 degrees and, yes, it does trap me in tight parking lots. The front bumper has the standard 2006 look. The $3000.00 rebate is the same offer that was made in 2006. Since my truck, according to the paperwork is a 2007 model my auto insurance rates and Missouri personal property taxes are based on 2007 rates. The truck neither looks nor functions as a 2007 model. The bottom line is that my truck is a 2006 model and I am paying taxes on a 2007. Sincerely, William J Marshall

On August 22, 2006 my 2001 Silverado failed a New York safety inspection due to excessive corrosion of the brake rotors despite having only 31,000 miles and being garaged while not in use. The service advisor said that he had seen a lot of problems with the rotors because GM used laminated, recycled steel to save weight and these rotors were prone to failure.

100% Chevy-Man MAYBE,I own a 2005 silverado 4x4 1500 standard cab,plain jane truck.At approx.15,000 break shutter,and upon pulling out of the garage every day for work I would get a noise from my breaks squeak/howl,when I inquired and was told the rotors and drums were dirty,and had moisture,on them the rotors had the glazing knocked off,and the drums were cleaned and told me they were fine,my truck set in my garage over the weekend,monday leaving for work same noises,took it back and was told the same,took it back after noticing a pulse in the pedal,I inquired why they went back to a frt.rotor-rear drum,it was stated to that GM was having problems with brakes locking up on four-wheel disc,I can't tell I think they're having problems all around.At 35'000 I have real bad shutter out of my fronts at stopping,so bad it feels as if the tires are bouncing,like you see on the back of a semi-tractor,when they are under heavy breaking,I then took it to a local repair shop,who inspected it and told me the pads look almost like new,the problem is in the rotors,they were wearing from the center of the hub out in other words un-evenly and had weird ware patterns and the specs for the rotors were almost un-safe.On a 2004 trailblazer Ls my father owned,replaced the rotor after 40,000 rusted and pitted and grooved break pads looked almost brand new.THE CRAZY THING IS GM DOES'NT CARE THEY ARE TRYING TO BUY CHRYSLER,AND TOYOTA IS BUILDING A BETTER PRODUCT JUST ASK MY FRIEND HE GOT 350,000 MILES WITH NO MAJOR REPAIRS,NO IT IS'NT A TYPE-O 350,000 MILES.

I have a 2005 Chevy Astro Van which also has brake problems.At 12,000 miles the rotors warpped, I changed the rotors with after market ones ( thought GM may have had bad rotors)and pads. Now the van has 26,000 miles and the rotors and pads need to be replaced again.What gives ?? Is it a calaper problem? I have 6 GM cars in my driveway now ranging from a 1971 Corvette to this 2005 Astro van and this van and my daughters 2003 Trailblazer both seem to have a anti-lock brake problem. At low speeds over some road bumps the anti-lock brakes kick in and has brake failure.

2000 Chevy Silverado LS V8 Fuel gauge does not work. Heater and air control malfunctions by staying on heat by continuuing to blow hot air when air condition or cool fan is selected. Is there any known recalls? What options are there available to fix both problems and cost?

I purchased my 96 Chevy Blazer in 1998 with 42,000 miles. The first week I had it the check engine light came on. I called the dealer and he told me to check the gas cap. I did. The light would stay on until I would drive about 100 miles then it would go off. I took it back to the dealer he checked it said there were no codes set and there was nothing wrong.

3 weeks after leasing a new 07 Chevy Trailblazer(12 miles at purchase) the car started shaking at certain times. This got progressivley worse until it was finally almost undrivable. I brought it in on 2/20/07 and they told me the rotors were rusted and the balance was off. So, they cut the rotors off and put on new ones and re-balanced the vehicle. Well, the shaking is now worse. They came and towed to car from house on 2/27 and I am now stuck driving an embarrassing rental with no hubcaps while no one from the dealership will call me back. I told them I want a new car becuase this one is obviously defective and they are unresponsive.

I have less than 2000 miles on the new 2006 Chey 4x4 Silverado truck, the ABS Light has come on at three different times, When the light comes on there is a beeping sound, sometimes it beeps three time and sometime four times. The vehicle has been in the shop every time this has happened, the first time they could not find the problem, the second time they replaced the sensor on the hub and called the factory about an unknown code, this last time which happend yesterday (4-27-07) The ABS Light came on, beeped three times as I was making a low spped turn to the right, The Breaks Hardened up and were too difficult to push, I had to use the emergency break to slow and steer the vehicle away from another car which I could have side swiped. After pulling into a parking lot I put the vehicle in park and pumped the breaks, the ABS light went out, then as I made a left hand turn the light came on again and I drove it directly to the dealership and told them of my experiance. This is the thrid time that the ABS Light has come on and each time the dealership has not been able to correct the problem even after calling the GM headquarters in Detroit, MI. This vehicle is in my opinion a LEMON and UNSAFE due to the breaking system failing at unexpected times.

This vehicle is a lemon. First, at 12,00 mi. ABS speed sensor failure and lost brakes temporarily. Back to the dealer it went. Still not right. Second, at approx. 20,000 failed inspection needed all new rotors and discs the whole way around. Finally, just yesterday, left my driveway to go to work, the main brake line blew out resulting in brake loss, and guess what that is not covered in my super expensive extended warranty. This vehicle is a P.O.S. GM sucks. I am checking out a new Toyota Tundra.

Bought my 2003 Chevy Avalanche was very happy with it. At 16,700 miles havd to replace rotors and pads (covered under warranty) due to rust. At 34,500 miles had to replace rotors and pads (covered under warranty) due to rust. This time dealership had to torch off the rotors due to the rust. Now at 69,500 need new pads and rotors due to yes you guessed it.....rust. The dealership is not covering this due to the fact that the vehicle is out of warranty. At first the Service Manager stated that the truck sits thus the rust. I stated to him due the math 69K miles/ 4 year old truck = 18K miles a year... higher than national average. Then the regional Service Manager stated that it is an enviromental issue. When asked to explain this he stated that it was due to the rain and road salt on the East Coast. Now reading this and other web sites..... it seems that the eviormental issue line is a corporate excuse. My issue is that if GM states its an enviromental issue then these vehicle should not be sold on the EAST Coast. Why sell a product that does not preform well in that area without disclosing this to the consumer.

I purchased a 2003 Chevy Silverado 2500hd, Duramax, new. later, at 33,000 miles and less than 2 years, the brakes were shot! The bill was going to be over $800.00 After some discussion with the service manager at our dealer, the repairs were covered. He agreed that was a little premature for brakes to wear out. Now at 52,000 miles the brakes are almost worn out again. Thats less than 20,000 miles on a set of brakes! (I've always been able to get closer to 100,000 mile on a set.) This time the service manager says GM considers that normal wear. And he is giving me a deal on the brake job $740.00. Thank-you Generous Motors! I'll pass! Hell the next set may only go 10,000 miles! I have talked to repair facilities in my area and have been told this is a common problem with my model of truck. I have even had a couple Chevy sales men tell me the same thing. I wonder what Toyota will give us for a trade in?

The brakes on my 2004 Silverado K1500 were so bad that I was afraid to tow anything with the truck. The pedal was mushy and would go to the floor in a hard stop. I took the truck to the Chevrolet dealer 3 different times complaining about the brakes and was assured each time that they were within General Motors specifications. I then contacted the Block Office for Chevrolet and they had me go back to the dealer to have the brake system analyzed. Again, I was assured that the brakes were within specifications. However, this time I was told the brakes are within specifications then the shop person said, however, if you want to fix them, here is what you need to do. He then proceeded to tell me to have Ford Heavy Duty brake fluid installed, and then replace my ceramic pads with carbon metallic pads. I have done this at my own expense, and the brakes did improve some. However, they are still not what they should be.

I bought a brand new 2007 silverado in october of 2006. It had 6 miles and looked to be in perfect condition. In February the rear axals went out, which we took to the closest dealership where they fixed the truck. 200 miles later the same thing happened so we had it sent to riverside where they had rental cars. upon getting it there, after they had it for 2 days they called us to tell us it had been in a wreck and they were not liable to fix it. Even though they had worked on it before. it has never been in a wreck. We have had our insurance look at the vehicle.

I have a 2000 Silverado 1500. It has been a LEMON from the first day. Transmission went out at 56,000 mile. I do not dog a vehicle. ABS system quit working right after that. Now the air conditioner has quit working. the windshield washer spray ends quit working. I have 165,000 mile on it now, but it constantly keeps costing me money. I would never own another GM product. The GM people were very rude and did not try to make things right with there so called ROCK. Perfect name for something laying on the road.

I bought a brand new 2006 Chevy Silverado 1500 2wd.I took it in one month after buying and every other month there after.My initial complaint was the sqeaky brakes. I was told this was normal.

I bought a used 2005 chevy silvarado pick up fro city chevy. When i bought the truck it had a lift kit installed. I specifically asked if the lift kit would affect the factory warranty.They told me since I was buy the truck with the lift already on it the warranty would not be effected. I also bought and extended warranty and was told the same thing.

Bought a 2004 chevy silverado 1500 from them in December of 2003. I also Bought and extended Warranty 100,000 or 5 years. I was told by Dale that if I didn't use the warranty in those 100,000 miles or 5 years, I was entitled to a full refund.

My 2004 Chevy Silverado's speedometer quit working at about 63,000 miles. It isn't that it doesn't move at all, it just doesn't ever display the correct speed. I now have to drive my truck using just the tachometer and the gear I'm driving in to determine my speed. Until the tach dies that is. GM's resolution on the problem is buy a new cluster. Well, I don't think $700+ is reasonable, so I'll be buying one online.

I was involved in a car accident. My wife and I and 3 children were in a 1994 isuzu Trooper. The truck taht hit us was a '06 Chevrolet silverado p/u. The brakes failed on the p/u and almost killed my family. He ran a stop sign because of brake failure and made us loose control and run head on into a tree and we almost flipped twice. That was the worst experience we had and I have seen many complaints about GMC's brake failures and they need to do something about it I am a victim from GMC's error and am planning on letting GMC know!

I am a long time chevy driver and a GM retiree.In 2005 I purchased a new Silverado Z71 4x4 long bed extended cab.Since day one the truck has not (and to this day) will not hold an alignment.At 20,000 miles my Bridgestone Dueler tires had to be removed, due to center of tire being bald however the inner and outer of the tire were like new.

I am changing parts on my '93 chevy s-10 blazer constantly. I have had it since 2002, I have put on 3 alternators; 2 starters; 3 batteries; new wiring harness; 2 o2 sensors; 2 egr valves; and not to forget 14 (yes 14) fuel pumps with new fuel filters and socks;radiator,heater coils,thermostats,etc. Anyone else having problems with GM like this? My father has a 2000 HD and my niece has a 92 s-10 w/similar problems

I have a 2002 Chevy Silverado truck with about 40,000 miles. The right rear brake rotor delaminated while braking and destroyed the caliper and both the brake pads and emergency brake shoes. Upon closer inspection the rotor was so badly rusted it simply disenegrated. The left rotor was also corroded badly and had to be replaced. Strangely, the pads were still servicable (except the damaged ones from the right side).

I just want this a public notice in case its happened to others who werent as fortunate as me to be safe. I was driving my fathers Chevy Uplander. I turned the corner fortunately it was a sidestreet and not a freeway lane change.

I own a 2001 1500 Chevy pickup that engages the ABS system at very low speeds and makes stopping in time impossible.

Have had an ongoing problem with my 2006 HHR. The key gets stuck in the ignition and I can't start the car. The service manager and I both have investigated the problem (after replacement of questionable parts), and have found that tech support has no solution to the problem.

Anti-lock break problem with 2003 Chevy silverado pick up. Antilock breaks keep activating at low speeds for unknown reason. Known recall issue but not on recall list according to GM recall records and VIN #. However it is the exact the same issue as many GM truck and SUV owners reported.Recall is probalby a lot larger than GM wants to admit.

I bought my chevy silervado 4x4 1500 new in 1997.I seem to have the same problem as many other GM SUV owners.Brake pedal going to floor and making a noise never knowing when it is going to happen.Affriad to pull my 5th wheel for sure. GM should step up to the plate and repair these faulty ABS breaking systems.

speedometer quit working. The truck is out of warranty,(2003 silverado) and GM canada said its not their problem since they did not make that part.

my 2003 silverado has brake sensor problems exactly like the years involved in the recall, 99-02. However when i contacted GM about this problem, they only said 2003 is not part of the recall, why would they not recall a 2003 with only 30,000 miles with the same documented sensor problems?

We purchased a 2004 Chevy Suburban in 7/2006 with 34,000 miles on it. At approximiatly 37,500 miles the instrument cluster gave out and now reads speeds of over 30-50 mph past what you are actually traveling. This is a safety concern! GM is proposing to pay only half of the cost associated with this problem and I feel this is unethical of them to do so. There should be a recall or some kind of agreement to take care of this issue in full. I've spoken to dozens of other individuals that have had the same issues with thier $40-50,000 vehicles, and they to are irritated and dissatfied with GM's like a rock kind of service and vehicles! Like a rock in the water is more like it!

My complaint is about GM rather than the local dealership because the local dealership is getting blind-sided just as much as me by this. I am writing in regards to a 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. GM has made it nearly impossible to add an after-market trailer hitch to the 2007 Equinox. They advertize the vehicle as having a 3500lb towing capacity. They offer a trailering package - but it turns out that it is available only as a factory-installed option. You cannot even purchase the package from their official accessories supply outlet gmgoodwrench.com as of 2/13/07.

2003 silverado The speedometer does not work properly at times it reads 0 or feels like i'm going faster then speed shown already had to replace the gear box at 80,000 km. at my cost. Truck that is only this should not have major parts fail.

I purchased a 2002 Chev Silverado K1500 in July of 2002. During it's warranty period I brought the truck in to Bergstrom GM, Neenah, WI for an excessive knocking noise in the engine when starting cold.

In November 2006 I purchased a new 2006 Chevrolet 2500 4X4 Crew Cab from Westfall Odell Motors in Excelsior Springs, MO. On January 17 2007 as I was driving this truck to work I had to lock in the 4 wheel drive as we had a recent snow fall. At this time the truck only had 1800 miles on it. As I was driving, the truck's wheels locked up and almost slid into a deep ditch.

I bought a 97 Chevy Suburban with 90,000 miles on it in 2006. The first month my mechanic found a leaky plastic intake manifold gasket and replaced it for $800.00 (ouch). OK, the car has a few miles on it and parts wear out.

2000 Silverado appears to be having the same antilock braking problem that everyone is complaining about. Twice in the last two weeks my vehicle's brakes have malfunctioned at slow speeds.

1995 Chevrolet Z71 extended cab ABS system failed. Windshield motor circuit board shorted out, recalled and replaced but no high speed wipers afterward. I wore the lever switch out desperately trying to see in the rain in heavy traffic. Not covered in the recall. Better get some Rain X just in case. Seat belt recall, (50 cents) fixed at the dealer at no cost in case you can't see in the rain and the ABS fails. Good job, now I can't get out of the truck at times.

Purchased 2006 Chevy Silverado May 2006 - October 2006 truck started to have plastic smelling from inside cab - then all of sudden there was smoke from the middle of the floor under the dash -called 911 - looked inside the truck there were flames coming from the deforster melting the windsheild. By the time a fire truck arrived the truck was fully in gulfed in flames.

I bought my truck new i May of 2003, on the way home it started to miss. I called the dealership and they told me to bring it back for repair. It was a coil pack. Two days later it started to act the same way. It went back to the dealership. They finally got that problem fixed when the air conditioner went out, I got that fixed then the transmission went out. Then it was the windshield wipers, then the rear windshield wiper, then the air conditioner again, then the back door was leaking when it rained, the weather stripping fell off from around the back driver side seat, the carpet pulled away from the edge in the front passenger seat.

The ABS & brake indicator lights coming on- the problem is the braking system in its entirety. I purchased my 2001 Chevy Silverado 1500 ext.cab- v8- 4x4(Z71 off rd. pkg) with tow pkg in Sept. of 2006 from an used dealership in MISSOURI. When I recieved the truck- it had 100,881 miles on it- but yoou 'can telll that it has been taken very good care of-Well after getting it the ABS and brakes light would come on intermittently- and it seemed like it was correlatted to when I would hit a small bump- but not always.

The sun shell gear failed on my 1996 Blazer transmission at only 79,000 miles. Since this is a known factory defect/design error, all GM trucks with this transmission (4L-60E) should be recalled. GM should be required to pay consumers for repairs on this transmission regardless of age or miles on their vehicle. The cost of repair was $2500.

I have a 2003 Chevy Silverado and it started on fire the on dec 28 of 2004. I feel lucky to be alive. I was close to home so i was able to call my friends and get help to put the fire out quickly. My insurance company did not want to pay for the truck because I was eighteen hours late on my payment..so now i am paying for this broken truck and it is Jan 2007. My complaint is against GM and Progressive Insurance. I am now 25 year old trying to start his life..what is going on can you help me...?

I was told by the local dealership that my 2003 Chevrolet Silverado with 30,000 miles need new rear brakes, rear rotors and emergency brakes. One day everything was fine and with no warning the next day I had terrible noises. I have documentation the Chevrolet is aware of emergency brake issues, but they are not willing to acknowledge it. Needless to say I have a $1200 brake bill. After continued conversation with customer service they won't do anything about this. Brakes, rotors and emergency brakes should not fail within 30,000 miles. This is my first and last Chevrolet I will ever buy.

I purchased a 1997 Chevy Silverado brand new andby 2003, I had 90,000. In Nov 03, I had to replace the gas/fule line at a cost of $900.00. In Agust of 2004 I had to have the Trans Case rebuilt. In 2005 on Mothers day, at 111.000 miles the vehicles engine died.

I bought a 2002 new Silverado 1550 extended cab 4wd. When the truck had 10,000 miles on it, they had to replace the rotors and brakes. The dealer told me this was a known issue with these trucks and that I would have to change brakes every 10,000 miles because of a problem known with the right rear side. I have sinced replace the rotors and all the brakes, including today for the 3rd time. Because the back brakes don't work right, now the front is having problems.

I bought a brand new 06 half ton Pick up with a 6 cyl in it. Sticker said 16 mpg city and 21 highway, I asked 5 different people and they all said I would get that or better. I am getting 12 to 16 mpg. Tank befor this last one was 16.4 mpg highway driving. The last one was 17.4 mpg highway. I have gotten as low as 12 highway.

Front rotors keep warping on my 2006 Silverado. The dealer has either turned or replaced the rotors 4 times in 10 months and 41K miles. Waiting for GM to call me back about a Customer Loyalty Coupon...otherwise, if I don't like that, then I WILL hire a lawyer and go for the Lemon Law...

Transmission and brakes gone on my 2002 Silverado. While traveling out of state for Christmas transmission went. I had no reverse and motor would rev. til shifted into drive and move forward. While being fixed technician noticed all brakes gone. was able to save discs but all else had to be replaced. Transmission had to be rebuilt. Truck is a 2002 Z71 off road package. Has never been plowed with, never off roaded with and towed a boat several time since owned. Towed only four miles to launch ramp. truck is garaged and is mainly to go back and forth to work.

I have a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan with less than 60,000 miles. I noticed a clunking noise in the front and a whining noise. I was told by the service department at one of the dealers that the sway link came loose and the power steering rack needed repair. This vehicle has never been in an accident nor off road conditions. I feel this is a manufacturer defect and should be paid for by Chrysler. I contacted them Reference number 15812736. They told me they could offer no assistance. I have never had a situation like this occur since I started driving 40 years ago. In effect the steering could have gone out on the car while I was driving it. Because Chrysler did not stand behind their product, I decided never to purchase or use another Chrysler product. I will advise all my clients and people I deal with on a daily basis not to consider Chrysler products when they are thinking of buying a vehicle.

As mentioned I too purchased a 2006 Silverado Z71 Crew Cab and my warranty went out just last month. 3 years/36,000 miles (which is pathetic in itself). I just turned 38K miles and my truck over heats randomly, that cheap aluminum drivesahft already snapped, had a steel one cut to specs, my right read hub and brakes also broke off after a slow slide into an angled curb (approx 45). The trucks are garbage man and once you sign those papers from the dealer they want nothing to do with you. Thousands spent so far and thousands more to come. The only thing like a rock is the debt I am in from this truck.