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While driving a 55mph hit a dodge dakota and driver's/passenger's airbags did not deploy, and did not protect occupants in this crash.
During impact with another vehicle the master cylinder sheared off the fire wall rendering brakes inoperable after impact.do deployment of driver nor passenger side air bag resulted in driver suffered a fratured sternum. Vehicle totaled.
Consumerwas involved in a frontcollision at 25-30mph, and air bags did not deploy.
My vehicle ran head-on into the side of a car that ran a stop sign.my car was so damaged that the insurance adjustor "totaled" it.the impact was so severe that i, the driver, sustained a fracture of the sternum (i was wearing a seat belt with shoulder harness).the air bags of my car did not go off, but the air bags of the car i hit did go off.on impact the brake mastercylinder with the power assist unit was broken off the fire wall by the abs module.therefore i did not have any brakes and rolled for another 300 feet before coming to rest against a tree in the lower shoulder of the road.
Battery leaked acid and caused electrical failure, alternator failure, wire short.
Electrical system stays on after car is turned off.
Battery leaked acid and caused electrical failure, alternator failure, wire short.
I recently read an article about 1995-1997 suburbans, tahoes that have batteries.
Battery leaked acid and caused electrical failure, alternator failure, wire short.
1998 chevy tahoe wont start, spontaneously. It will turn over, but wont start. First time it happened wasn't sure what was wrong, tried it again after 10-15 minutes and it started. I figured it was just cold. Second time it happened, it was about 45 minutes before it started, and i was told by the guy at the tire dealer, that his and a friends tahoe had the same problem, i should take it to the dealer. I did this and was told it was the theft deterrent module. After several hundred dollars and a rental car for a week i got the truck back. It was about 2 months later, it happened again. Same thing, couple hundred dollars, a rental car for a week and i got it back after 3 days. 3 days later, the same thing. I do not have my truck now, i have a rental again. I was told i would have to pay for this again, because it is a "....totally different set of codes than read the first couple of times..."
Problem with electrical system on chevrolet suburban 1998 model.vehicle was purchased in september 1997 but is a 1998 model.problems are as follows:.chevrolet has a recall for 1997 model for windshield wiper malfunction i have a 1998 model with the same problem but the recall does not cover it.2.i also have problem with the remote control. Vehicle has some sort of wiring problem, i changed the batteries on the remote control but it will not work.3.i had to change wiring harness for rear lights since the lights would not work and dealership said that i had to change the wiring.
Steering wheel sensor failed. In addirion, radio/electrical c omponents will not cut off when the ignition is turned off.
Starter failed.yh
Inner harness shorted, causing the dome lights to come on when riding over bumps, the accessory light also did not work, the dealer found a loose connection at the rear lighting.
Electrical short due to faulty switch that controls outside mirror, caused driver side door to start burning, claim 40-2517-187.
While driving consumer smelled something burning, stopped and saw yellow smoke coming from behind driver's door panel, sparks were flying.smoke stopped, fuse had blown. Mechanic found that wire to outside mirror switch. After further investigation, it was found that the wire was 14 gauge. The electrical short occured at the mirror switch.
Electrical short due to faulty switch that controls outside mirror, caused driver side door to start burning, claim 40-2517-187.
Intermittently vehicle will not start.dealer has inspected vehicle, and discoveredthat wires to battery were loose.since dealer reconnectedwires,vehicle stalled out and died.dealer inspected vehicle, and was not able to duplicate or correctproblem.
Problem with electrical system on chevrolet suburban 1998 model.vehicle was purchased in september 1997 but is a 1998 model.problems are as follows:.chevrolet has a recall for 1997 model for windshield wiper malfunction i have a 1998 model with the same problem but the recall does not cover it.2.i also have problem with the remote control. Vehicle has some sort of wiring problem, i changed the batteries on the remote control but it will not work.3.i had to change wiring harness for rear lights since the lights would not work and dealership said that i had to change the wiring.
Wires keep getting cut by the car harness, why are the wires located in the harness? this is getting dangerous driving without brake lights is a hazard.the fuel line / pump has never worked correctly, and who ever heard ofa transmission going out at 50,000 miles.please note i have never towed anything with this car and i am a very careful female driver without any accidents or speeding tickets, oil is changed every 3,000 miles, all highway driving.please help! this car is a disaster and a hazard.the leaking fuel line could have killed me, no brake lights...obvious issue.thank you! liz zimmer.
Fireman contacted determined to be an alectrical short cause fire total loss of vehicle.(ak
The wire loom under the dash was cut with exposed wires, caused the abs module and relay short. Yh
There is a coolant leak, the dealer could not locate the leak, the crankshaft was also leaking.
The dealer refused to fix the vehicles recall!the parts were available.the consumer is concerned,he receive a recall notice a one month ago recall number#50112290 to replace fuel jumper harness.the first dealer graff chevrolet 972 263 2281 1405 east main street grand praire tx.second dealership :van chevrolet service manager frank south 35e carollton tx 972 389 6700.*nlm
We still need our vehicle fixed!!!we got the runaround and were discouraged from pursuing the problem as the gm & gmpp customer service? employees kept trying to beat us down so we would give up.gm & gmpp employees have done their best to discourage us from purchasing another gm product.thank you, [xxx] vin #[xxx] [xxx] 87 total problems never fixed. Summary of repairs (continued) 1)oil leaks14 times, never fixed 2)engine rough idle10 times never fixed 3)wind noise right front window6 times never fixed4)cooling system leaks\t4 times 5)dome light\t4 times 6)steering\t4 times never fixed 7)tailgate carpet\t4 times\ever fixed 8)door (left rear) glass rattle3 times never fixed 9)grab handles cover caps3 times never fixed 10)rear axle 3 times 11)suspension clunk (left front)3 times 12)air conditioning 2 times 13)battery2 times after warranty expired, was replaced by a better costco battery 14) door (right front) glass 2 times 15)fuel filter 2 times fixed for no reason 16) mirror 2 times17)signal (right rear) 2 times never fixed 18) seat belt 2 times 19) seats 2 times 20) tailgate alignment2 times 21)transmission2 times 22)window strut (rear)2 times 23)wipers2 times 24)alternator output cable1 time 25)2 high switches1 time26)axle leaks1 time 27brake system1 time 28)door (right rear) glass channel\t1 time 29)fuel pump\t1 time 30) sun visor1 timehistory misfire (rough idle) warranty dispute 1)the vehicle was take to guy schmidt six (6) times for misfire (rough idle). 2)the vehicle never had diagnostic computer codes present. 3)by working, replacing parts and billing gmpp for services performed, guy schmidt confirmed and acknowledged that misfire (rough idle) was present. 4) after six (6) times at guy schmidt, i thought it would be a good idea to try community chevrolet since guy schmidt couldn't repair the problem after six (6) attempts.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Transmission failure at 32000 miles - radiator replaced at 54000 - water pump- differential and transmission mounts replacednow driver side door will not open from inside and windshield wipers do not work .
The intake gasket fails after about 4 years of service. I am told that it is due to the poor design of the gaskets and the extended life anti-freeze used in the vehicle. The failure of the gasket allows anti-freeze to mix with the oil which can cause damage to the engine if not detected. This is a fairly common problem. I personally know of 3 failures of this gasket. The anti-freeze also degrades some fittings that go into the intake.
I had problems with the brakes once. They just filled up the brake fluid. 2nd time they replaced the master cylinder. I had problems with the electrical. They said it was the wiring harness at the engine.i had problems with the air conditioning . Took it in two or three times for that. They replaced some switches . Then had to take it in again and they replaced the rear airconditioner. We purchased this truck to pull a 20 ft trailer the trailer weighs 4200 lb.the suburban has a 3.73 differential and the trailering pkg. Plus post traction or whatever thety call it now! we went on a vacation in nov. Planning on being home the 1st of the year. Our !st differentialbroke outside of frederick md. It was replaced. Upon trying to return home the 2nd differentialbroke! it was replaced in louisville ky. Continuning our venture home. The 3rd differential went out in mobile ala. They gave me a very difficult time. Told me it was my fault. I was either going too fast of the trailer was too heavy. Neither acusations were true! upon finally arriving home (almost) the 4th differential went out and replaced. I have lost all faith & trust in this vechicle. Am scared to death to take it on the road. My husband is 67 years old and has dreamed of his retirement all his life. Now we are stuck with a suburban we don't dare take on the road for fear of it breaking down again. Chevrolet refused to do anything about it. The garage we purchased it from has been very nice. However, they also have been no help in this issue! any help you can give pertaining to chevrolet replacing my suburban wouyld be greatly appreciated.
Thermostat failed.nlm
Chevrolet service engine light is consistently on in the vehicle.dealership can't seem to give an honest answer as to what is the problem. *la
Oil plug failed causing oil to leak.
Hydraulic valve lifters in 7.4l engine came apart under normal driving at 78,000 mi. Oil has been changed regularly since new.
Coolant light comes on while driving, and when driving 200 miles or more the light comes on again. Dealer replaced the engine because anti-freeze got into the engine through a head gasket.
There is a coolant leak, the dealer could not locate the leak, the crankshaft was also leaking.
Problem with brake failure from day one. 1st:original power steering pump that controls the brake pressure was replaced when pulley shaft broke. Lost all power and braking ability when the pump shaft broke. No brakes no steering. 2nd: since initial purchase i have had panic brake failure. When brakes are required at panic stop, the brake pedal will go all the way down to the floor. Brakes become inactive until pressure builds up and pedal regains original height. At that time the brakes will become active and start to slow the vehicle. This almost caused me to hit someone who jumped infront of my vehicle. Swerved to avoid incident. Have spoke to different dealers and all say that that is normal and nothing can be done. I have spoken to other suburban owners who also have experienced the same problem and also to nothing wrong. 3rd problem is with steering system is too loose. Truck wanders at hwy speeds. Must continuallyreadjust steering back and forth.
Car stall in traffic, it would not turn or brake until the engine was turned off and restarted.
I had problems with the brakes once. They just filled up the brake fluid. 2nd time they replaced the master cylinder. I had problems with the electrical. They said it was the wiring harness at the engine.i had problems with the air conditioning . Took it in two or three times for that. They replaced some switches . Then had to take it in again and they replaced the rear airconditioner. We purchased this truck to pull a 20 ft trailer the trailer weighs 4200 lb.the suburban has a 3.73 differential and the trailering pkg. Plus post traction or whatever thety call it now! we went on a vacation in nov. Planning on being home the 1st of the year. Our !st differentialbroke outside of frederick md. It was replaced. Upon trying to return home the 2nd differentialbroke! it was replaced in louisville ky. Continuning our venture home. The 3rd differential went out in mobile ala. They gave me a very difficult time. Told me it was my fault. I was either going too fast of the trailer was too heavy. Neither acusations were true! upon finally arriving home (almost) the 4th differential went out and replaced. I have lost all faith & trust in this vechicle. Am scared to death to take it on the road. My husband is 67 years old and has dreamed of his retirement all his life. Now we are stuck with a suburban we don't dare take on the road for fear of it breaking down again. Chevrolet refused to do anything about it. The garage we purchased it from has been very nice. However, they also have been no help in this issue! any help you can give pertaining to chevrolet replacing my suburban wouyld be greatly appreciated.
Engine failed.
Wires keep getting cut by the car harness, why are the wires located in the harness? this is getting dangerous driving without brake lights is a hazard.the fuel line / pump has never worked correctly, and who ever heard ofa transmission going out at 50,000 miles.please note i have never towed anything with this car and i am a very careful female driver without any accidents or speeding tickets, oil is changed every 3,000 miles, all highway driving.please help! this car is a disaster and a hazard.the leaking fuel line could have killed me, no brake lights...obvious issue.thank you! liz zimmer.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
The air pump diverter valves failed.nlm
Oxygen sensors clogged.nlm
Weld on heat shield.
The first reported item: shoulder belt anchors, 3 of the shoulder anchors have come loss, the first came completely off, after noticing, i regularly check and tighten.there appears to be no mechanical locking device to keep this from repeating.the second item reported is the exhaust leak.the dealer repeatedly has fixed the same leak, it fills the vehicle with fumes and is dangerous.i finally replaced the exhaust manifolds at my expense to make the vehicle safe.the failed component was always the exhaust manifold to "y" pipe gaskets.the third could have been disasterous, the throttle cable failed leaving the vehicle stuck at full throttle.
The a/c had a musty smell when on.nlm
A/c compressor failed.yh
The a/c had a musty smell when on.nlm
Musky odor from air conditioner system. Mjs
A/c compressor failed.
Tape deck malfunctiones.yh
Vehicle was parked in garage on flat surface,consumer used scissor type jack forfirst time to change a tire. After jacking vehicle up just enough so tire cleared the ground,consumer turned around to grab the new tire,jack bend and vehicle dropped.
Wires keep getting cut by the car harness, why are the wires located in the harness? this is getting dangerous driving without brake lights is a hazard.the fuel line / pump has never worked correctly, and who ever heard ofa transmission going out at 50,000 miles.please note i have never towed anything with this car and i am a very careful female driver without any accidents or speeding tickets, oil is changed every 3,000 miles, all highway driving.please help! this car is a disaster and a hazard.the leaking fuel line could have killed me, no brake lights...obvious issue.thank you! liz zimmer.
All brake lights failed for unknown period. No warning or other indication given that brake lights were inperative until a "near miss" accident and we discovered brake lights were inoperative.dealer found a worn connection on two wires in turn signal switch.resoldered wires to correct the problem.dt
Headlights only come on with emergency brake not with switch.
Right rear turn signal failed to operate; in-dash indicator properly indicated failure by rapid flash.with great difficulty, opened taillight assembly; found light bulb not failed; can not properly re-assemble and gasket is not sold separately to permit re-assembly.had to replace 'circuit board' which connects to wiring harness to sockets; cost is $70 (seventy dollars) although 'circuit board' is wiring only and has no components; dealer parts clerk helpfully advised "the circuit boards fail all the time -- there isn't a recall, but there should be a recall."system is designed to virtually require replacement of entire turn signal/backup/taillight unit for $127 (one hundred twenty-seven dollars) with dealer-only parts, precluding any field repairs on trips, etc; causing great likelihood that turn signal will not function for extended periods of time because of trouble and cost of replacing the unit. *la
Each rear tail light assembly circuit board had to be replaced.these occurred at different times (approximately 6 months apart).now, about a year later, the right rear needs to be replaced again.this was found due to the blinker and brake light failing, so i switched the bulb from the other side, with the exact same results, so i know it is the circuit and not a bad bulb.
Fuel system gas spout rusted which created fume, that is entering the vehicle and making the occupant sick. This could also can cause a fire due to it's location per consumer.
I purchased on 11/1997 a new 1998 chevrolet suburban 3/4 ton 2500 series.the suburban has 38,528 original miles and has been garage kept since new.the vehicle has been used primarily as a secondary vehicle for recreational purposes. The suburban has been driven in snow conditions only 12-14 times.i am experiencing excessive brake and fuel line corrosion on the steel brake/fuel lines, flexible brake hoses and connections.i am very concerned over the brake/fuel line corrosion issuea and have since learned that an investigation has been initiated by the nhtsa on 1/5/11, nhtsa investigation file no. Ea11001.
Brakes-when coming to stop pedal is hard then drops about an inch more before vehicle stops.anti lock will sometimes engage and stop vehicle. After vehicle stops i can continue to push pedal all the way to floor. Dealer replaced rear dump valve but problem still there. Master cylinder has been replaced,new rotors, new back brake shoes(3rd set). Brake problem started in jan 2001. Intake gasket is leaking. Fuel pump is running very noisy, nosier than when new. I know that this means it is going to go.so i will have to replace it.
Wires keep getting cut by the car harness, why are the wires located in the harness? this is getting dangerous driving without brake lights is a hazard.the fuel line / pump has never worked correctly, and who ever heard ofa transmission going out at 50,000 miles.please note i have never towed anything with this car and i am a very careful female driver without any accidents or speeding tickets, oil is changed every 3,000 miles, all highway driving.please help! this car is a disaster and a hazard.the leaking fuel line could have killed me, no brake lights...obvious issue.thank you! liz zimmer.
Fuel pumpis not working anymore, and the vehicel cannot start up. Contacted dealer.
Consumer called complainingabout having problems with the vehicle stalling while driving the vehicle and has happend about 60 times. Two dealer were contacted,first dealer was not able to fix the problem until consumer took the vehicle into another dealer and they were able to fix the problem.dealer stated that it was a defected pump module of the fuel injector pump. Mr
Brakes-when coming to stop pedal is hard then drops about an inch more before vehicle stops.anti lock will sometimes engage and stop vehicle. After vehicle stops i can continue to push pedal all the way to floor. Dealer replaced rear dump valve but problem still there. Master cylinder has been replaced,new rotors, new back brake shoes(3rd set). Brake problem started in jan 2001. Intake gasket is leaking. Fuel pump is running very noisy, nosier than when new. I know that this means it is going to go.so i will have to replace it.
Chevrolet has brushed me off severerl times by saying i never brought the vehicle in to a gm dealer for brakes the first time i ddidnt feel i was obligated to go to gm i went to brake max this is a big problem and chevy wont fess up and help the public the truck is to big for the brake system made for this application.
Car was difficult to start, and when it did start, wouldn't accelerate past 28 mph. Windows squeak. Tailgate has trouble latching and unlatching.
Check the engine light came on and the vehicle was misfiring due to injectors failure.
3 fuel injectors failed (#1, #7 and #8).nlm
Faulty injectors caused the vehicle to misfire and caused the check engine light to illuminate.nlm
The contact owns a 1998 chevrolet suburban.the driver's side linkage connection between the door latch assembly and the interior driver's side handle was defective.chevrolet stated that there was no recall for this failure.the mechanic stated that there were warranty alerts on the doors, including one for the door knob remaining open due to the detail bracket needing to be replaced.through online research, the contact found a notice regarding the suburban door handles being difficult to open because the structure was produced incorrectly.the current and failure mileages were 72,083.
Transmission failure at 32000 miles - radiator replaced at 54000 - water pump- differential and transmission mounts replacednow driver side door will not open from inside and windshield wipers do not work .
I drive a 1998 suburban and my husband drives a 1997 gmc 2500 truck.the interior door handle (used to open the door) has broken three times in his truck and it has difficulty catching and needs to be replaced in my suburban.
Door locks failed twice.
Car was difficult to start, and when it did start, wouldn't accelerate past 28 mph. Windows squeak. Tailgate has trouble latching and unlatching.
The second transmission is failing at 85,939 thousand miles, out of warranty. Is it normal for two tranmissions to fail at relatively low mileage. I don't think so. My suburban is in fantastic condition. It is extremely well maintained and believe it or not like new. Now i have to spend another 2000 $ on top of just having the brakes done??
Vibrations at highway speeds (60 to 75) as well as wandering on highway.dealer says they cannot recreate.replaced variable speed adjustment module twice with some improvement.
Transmission failure.
This vehicle was used as a passenger vehicle, never pulled anything more than a small trailer with riding mower, or dirt bikes.it was not used to plow snow or off road. It was a large family sedan that was used on the highway day in and day out. No safety defect listed in summary.
Transmission failure at 32000 miles - radiator replaced at 54000 - water pump- differential and transmission mounts replacednow driver side door will not open from inside and windshield wipers do not work .
While driving vehicle drove erratically.the driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer, andmechanic determined that sun gear reactionshell needed to be replaced from the transmission.
Stopped on roadway to pick up a part that had fallen out of the truck traveling in front of me.i put my 1998 chevy suburban in park and popped the rear hatch.i remember hearing the rear hatch click and now realize that the hatch won't release unless the truck is in park.i walked behind my truck to pick up the part.after i picked it up, i was knocked down by the force of my truck. The truck must have slipped out of gear after i'd put it in park.i recently read about a similar incident in the local newspaper, where this happened to someone else with this type of vehicle.the truck rolled over me, and i was trapped under it.a man came and drove the truck off me.i suffered a deep cut to the back of my head, the meat was ripped off my leg, i shattered the t-12 vertebra in my back and the disks above and below were compressed.
Wires keep getting cut by the car harness, why are the wires located in the harness? this is getting dangerous driving without brake lights is a hazard.the fuel line / pump has never worked correctly, and who ever heard ofa transmission going out at 50,000 miles.please note i have never towed anything with this car and i am a very careful female driver without any accidents or speeding tickets, oil is changed every 3,000 miles, all highway driving.please help! this car is a disaster and a hazard.the leaking fuel line could have killed me, no brake lights...obvious issue.thank you! liz zimmer.
Windshield wipers experienced the same defect as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin.the wipers had become inoperative at times, the brakes were soft, the wheel cylinders were found leaking, and the shoes cracked.transmission fluid leaked, and the tail shaft seal was replaced. *scc
Transmission gears were ripped apart - like metal fatigue. Pieces cracked off. Truck was only driven - never used for towing. Mostly highway driving - no offroading.transmission broke up - manufacturing defect.... (tiresize: 265/75r16)( dot number: tire size: 265/75r16 )
The gears in the transmission were made from a substandard metal that had broken down and crumbled. General motors is aware of this flaw and due to the large quantity of vehicles that they produce will not fix the problem until the government requires them to do so. (tiresize: 16)( dot number:tire size: 16 )
Transfer case was shredded inside even though this vehicle was never used off-road or for towing.manufacturer declined to take any responsibility.service technician commented that he had never seen this type of damage before.
Consumer stated that they could take the vehicle out of park without their foot on the brakes. Dealer notified. Ts
Differential serviced, causing rear end vibration. Mjs
Transmission failure at 32000 miles - radiator replaced at 54000 - water pump- differential and transmission mounts replacednow driver side door will not open from inside and windshield wipers do not work .
I had problems with the brakes once. They just filled up the brake fluid. 2nd time they replaced the master cylinder. I had problems with the electrical. They said it was the wiring harness at the engine.i had problems with the air conditioning . Took it in two or three times for that. They replaced some switches . Then had to take it in again and they replaced the rear airconditioner. We purchased this truck to pull a 20 ft trailer the trailer weighs 4200 lb.the suburban has a 3.73 differential and the trailering pkg. Plus post traction or whatever thety call it now! we went on a vacation in nov. Planning on being home the 1st of the year. Our !st differentialbroke outside of frederick md. It was replaced. Upon trying to return home the 2nd differentialbroke! it was replaced in louisville ky. Continuning our venture home. The 3rd differential went out in mobile ala. They gave me a very difficult time. Told me it was my fault. I was either going too fast of the trailer was too heavy. Neither acusations were true! upon finally arriving home (almost) the 4th differential went out and replaced. I have lost all faith & trust in this vechicle. Am scared to death to take it on the road. My husband is 67 years old and has dreamed of his retirement all his life. Now we are stuck with a suburban we don't dare take on the road for fear of it breaking down again. Chevrolet refused to do anything about it. The garage we purchased it from has been very nice. However, they also have been no help in this issue! any help you can give pertaining to chevrolet replacing my suburban wouyld be greatly appreciated.
Chevrolet has brushed me off severerl times by saying i never brought the vehicle in to a gm dealer for brakes the first time i ddidnt feel i was obligated to go to gm i went to brake max this is a big problem and chevy wont fess up and help the public the truck is to big for the brake system made for this application.
My 1998 1500, 2 wdchevy suburban lost a bolt in the differential. Bolt held a pin, when the pin worked loose, the rearend locked up, putting my car into a spin. Fortunately i was only going 25 mph, and no one was hurt.
When vehicle is attempting to stop, the drive train sounds as if the rear end is banging into the transmission, transmission also does not shift smoothly.dealer claims gm is noise but insist that there is no problem.
Transmission pan gasket was replaced due to leaking, the driveshaft splines were dry and were causing a clunking noise, the consumer also heard a clunking noise when shifting.
Design of seat belt/shoulder harness causes it to be too tight.
Brakes--disc brakes. Seat belt--right front seat belt.
Both seatbelts have locked and are unuseable.
The front passenger seat belt will not pull out of the retractor leaving the front passenger improperly restrained.dealer has been contacted.please describe further.*ph
Rear seat belt broken.yh
Whilevehicle was parkeddriver's side seat frame snapped. This caused the seat to fall backwards. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
While vehicle was parked consumer entered the vehicle, and the driver seat reclined backwards.dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Brake line failed after med to heavy braking, leaving little to no brake as pedal went to the floor.
The contact owns a 1998 chevrolet suburban. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph, the brake pedal failed. The contact mentioned that the abs and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician stated the abs sensor, the inner and outer bearings and the caliber needed to be replaced. The vehicle has been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 182,000.
Consumer stated that when coming to a stop the abs would engage causing a distraction to the consumer. Dealer notified.mr
Nhtsa recall 98-v-033-000: vehicle description:light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose passenger vehicles.one or both front brake rotor/hubs were built with an out-of-specification gray iron that can fail during the life of the vehicle. Consumer states has the same problem. Had changed five time the brake pads, and three times the rotors. Dealer has been notified. However this vehicle is not included in recall due tovin#. Please provide further information.
Brake rotors have become warped twice now, first time at 5000 miles the second at 13000 miles.at 15000 miles it now needs new brake pads.the engine computer will not let the engine idle down until you have come to a stop.this makes the vehicle very hard to stop and hard to control on slippery pavement.very unsafe.dealer says it checks out ok on both the brakes and engine idle problem.95% of my driving is on interstate highways, thus seldomly using the brakes!
Brake drum failed.
Windshield wipers experienced the same defect as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin.the wipers had become inoperative at times, the brakes were soft, the wheel cylinders were found leaking, and the shoes cracked.transmission fluid leaked, and the tail shaft seal was replaced. *scc
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 5 mph on normal road conditions and applying the brakes under normal braking conditions, the brakes increased in stopping distance.the vehicle was taken to a dealer, who determined that the left front brake sensor needed to be replaced.after the vehicle was repaired, the contact noticed a nhtsa recall # 05v379000 regarding service brakes hydraulic:antilock.the vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.
I purchased on 11/1997 a new 1998 chevrolet suburban 3/4 ton 2500 series.the suburban has 38,528 original miles and has been garage kept since new.the vehicle has been used primarily as a secondary vehicle for recreational purposes. The suburban has been driven in snow conditions only 12-14 times.i am experiencing excessive brake and fuel line corrosion on the steel brake/fuel lines, flexible brake hoses and connections.i am very concerned over the brake/fuel line corrosion issuea and have since learned that an investigation has been initiated by the nhtsa on 1/5/11, nhtsa investigation file no. Ea11001.
The vehicles' abs brakes stays engaged, which causes the brakes pad and rotors to wear excessively. The dealership has replace part 5 times. Please provide more details. Ts
1. Hard stop to avoid hitting wildlife.going approximately 40 mph.2. After the brakes holding for a second or two the pedal dropped to the floor.after that only 1/4 brake power.once home, observed brake fluid coming from corroded brake lines.3. I will need to review cost of service.
Brakes failed.
Brakes--premature failure. 6 sets of brakes used in 60000 miles.
Front brakes.
Catastrohicloss of entire breaking system due to bursting of brake lines without prior notice; dealer required complete replacement of entirebrake system owing to servely rusted parts throughout; mechanical emergency brake system required several hundred yards to stop vehicle; vehicle had been regularly serviced since new with most recent service just 2 months before brake system failure; had vehicle been traveling at highway speed possible fatal consequences; possible issue of design/component defect
Consumer states that when trying to apply the brakes the brake pedal will go to the floor causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer notified.ts
The second transmission is failing at 85,939 thousand miles, out of warranty. Is it normal for two tranmissions to fail at relatively low mileage. I don't think so. My suburban is in fantastic condition. It is extremely well maintained and believe it or not like new. Now i have to spend another 2000 $ on top of just having the brakes done??
The brakes failed to stop vehicle, which resulted in an accident.
Chevrolet has brushed me off severerl times by saying i never brought the vehicle in to a gm dealer for brakes the first time i ddidnt feel i was obligated to go to gm i went to brake max this is a big problem and chevy wont fess up and help the public the truck is to big for the brake system made for this application.
Abs brake system on the front driver's side wheel began having failures at very low speeds(under 10 mph) when the vehicle(1998 chevrolet tahoe) was coming to a full stop at the end of the drive or when pulling to a stop. This was occurring over & over more more than a month. I contacted white-allen chevolet in dayton ohio and the service manager contacted the gm zone manager and gm would not warranty this repair saying that my vehicle did not fall under the recall years for this problem even though the problem was exactly the same as the recall issuedfor the same vehicle 1999-2002( mine is 1998). I finally had to have it done strictly because of my children's safetythe day i made the appointment my daughter and i almost glided into traffic coming to a stop while taking her to school.the zone manager response to our claim was thatmy vehicle was not part of the recall and they will not have the repairs done as part of the recall even though the failure is the same defect according to the service manager. Service was supplied on 9/26/2005 at white-allenservice order reads "checked abs system right front sensor failure due to low voltage output action taken : replacedleft front hub and bearing parts: owner has the old replaced parts.
All 4 brakes locked up, and consumer went in a 90 degree circle. Presently,brakes won't stop, they go tofloor, and vehicle pulls to the right.
Brakes-when coming to stop pedal is hard then drops about an inch more before vehicle stops.anti lock will sometimes engage and stop vehicle. After vehicle stops i can continue to push pedal all the way to floor. Dealer replaced rear dump valve but problem still there. Master cylinder has been replaced,new rotors, new back brake shoes(3rd set). Brake problem started in jan 2001. Intake gasket is leaking. Fuel pump is running very noisy, nosier than when new. I know that this means it is going to go.so i will have to replace it.
Driver's' side front brake caliber locks when hot.this in turn will result in premature wear/failure of the brake pads.if the vehicle sits for a while the pressure in the caliber lessens and the wheel turns.
Hitting a bump while braking releases the brakes at all 4 wheels (will cause an accident).
Brake pads and shoes have worn out under 8,00 miles.when the pedal is applied, the pedal goes to the floor, and the they will click.consumerwill feel brakes kick in, and begin to slowdown the vehicle. The dealer has been contacted.
At any speed and intermittently when depressing brakes, vehicle goes into extended stopping distance traveling to the left or right. . consumer states most of the complaints have been repaired under warranty, however within a short interval, problems arise again, the dealer has stated the problem may be a design issue.
The antilock brakes on my 1998 chevrolet suburban activate at low speeds .if this condition occurs where stopping distance is limiteda crash could occur..this is a for real safety issue and is documented in nhts item number 10000062. Noticed on the internet someoneposted in ontario canada there is a gm recall for the speed sensors and corrosion.. I can not believe a issue involving brakes is not on a recall.....i asked a service manager about the problem i'm having and he quotedthe speed sensor right away...come on gm knows they have a problem....going to take the vehicle to gmnext week and ask to talk to the zone manager .
Abs brake system failed.
Brakes shake and vibrate when braking. On occasion, brakes failed and pedal went to the floor. Mechanic inspected found "no problem" with brakes. The last incident with the brakes resulted in an accident when more than enough distance was given for stopping.
I have reported the problem before oid id: 701281, this needs to be addressed before someone else dies. Oid id:609017, 609109, 541068, 541537, 609005, 536544, 537798, 534868, 607646, 824021, 859425, 701281, 709150, 714200, 607214, 609769, 833732, 846325, 846347, 857553 are all related. No safety defect mentioned within summary.
I experienced the braking issue described in recall 05v379000.on the date below, i narrowly avoided a crash with children in the vicinity.the vehicle has been registered in mn since purchase to me as the original owner.i have experienced this braking issue 3 or so times over the last year.
Vehicle experienced problem with braking system;when brakes were applied vehicle wouldpull to the right, and sometimes to the left. Vehicle has beenat dealer's repair shop on several occasions, and nothing has been found to correct the problem.
Brake pedal goes down or gets spongey at slow stopping speeds under 5 mph.it feels like an abs event is occuring!no abs light comes on.incident occurs at nearly every stop.stopping distance is longer.it feels like the vehicle is not going to stop.it is not a safe secure feeling when coming to a stop.i have hear (on the radio) that this is probabley the same kind of problem occuring as occuring on 1999 to 1005 vehicles.i believe my vehilce should be included in the repair.
Vehicle is a company vehicle and was purchased without test drive. After vehicle was put into service we experienced insufficient braking power, grabing brakes, 100% loss of brakes. Original dealer replaced brake pads, rotors & abs system. Maryville, tn dealer also replaced pads & abs parts. Still vehicle has no stopping power. On going problem which creates a dangerous vehicle.
My truck since new once every one or two weeks the brakes don't work, when you more need them, suddent stop not panic stop. Was reported in several occasion to the deler,they inspectedrepace pads ... No problem with brakes. The truck continue with the same problem. The last 9/25/00 the car started running like when the brakes is on and lock it.one more time pads every think is replaced, but this time continue lock,know contamination is susp. ??? more parts to be change. I am requesting help this is normal, i am very concern about my family safety. We need to wait until a fatality occur to then someone concern about this matter. I have a naibor have the same problem, and he was involved in an accident. I will like to know if is more data about this matter and what i can do to prevent a fatal accident. Thanks.
When the brake pedal is depressed about 2 inches the vehicle will not slow ownor stop. Thenmeets resistance and vehicle starts to slow down.depresses even harder to the point where the seat belts lock up and then the vehicle finally stops with a jerk.same problem occurs when going around corners.
Whenbrake pedal was applied to pull over, the brakes did not respond.pedal went straight to the floor causing the vehicle to keep rolling, it had to cruise to come to a stop. After this occurred, the brakes felt moist, having a smell of the pads being burned. Dealer has been contacted.
Upon braking and completely stopping brakejust releases by itself.
The brake pedal will go to the floor under moderate braking.the brake system is inadequate for such a heavy duty 3/4 ton vehicle.have had several near misses, when having to brake suddenly, where there was sufficient distance between my vehicle and the vehicle in front of me.the brakes make a groaning noise under hard braking.also, vehicle pulls wildly and hard when emergency braking.
Dt:the consumer complained about abs brakes kicking in at low speeds.the service brakes and abs will not hold when the abs kicks in.the problem has been on goingsince november of 2004.the dealership cleaned and greased the brakes.they machined the rotors and replaced the left upper arm bushing.and they checked the abs sensors.the problem recurred.when she contacted them they said they could not find thecause of the problem. It started getting worse in july of 2005.she took vehicleto the dealership again.they replaced the sensor bushings and an idle arm.the problemis still occurring.she took it back to them.they replaced two rear drums, the sway bar bushings, the u joints, and t tightened the transfer case. However, the problemrecurred. A recall for the 2000 models was issued.when she contacted the manufacturer, they said that thismodel year vehicle was not included in the recall.the contact had to have the service brakes replaced before.the dealership replaced the rotors and the pads.the contact felt that it wasa result ofnormal wear and tear. .
1998 suburban k1500 = repetitive problems with rear brakes not self adjusting, replaced brake shoes twice, replaced springs and all hardware once (since 2000) with no avail. Rear brakes don't work well, front brakes need to stop vehicle antilock brakes have to kick in to stop vehicle. Transfer case now leaking and wondering if rear brake problem is the cause of transfer case problem. Have there been any recalls on this vehicle?
When traveling about 25mph and applyingbrakespedal goes all the way to the floor.also, vehicle makes a clinking and clunking noise. He has to let off ofbrakes in order to brake the vehicle to slow down. He has contactedmanufacturer .
My 1998 suburban had same repair done on the abs brakes that current recall is out for 1999-2002 and gmis saying the part on 99-2000 recall is not the part on my 98 suburban. The dealership says it is the same recall partand they are refusing to reimburse me for repairs i paid for before the recall was issued.
When applying the brakesthe vehicleslowed down, but would not stop. The brakes had to be pumped in order for the vehicle to be stopped. Dealer saidmaster cylinder failed, after master cylinder replacement brakes continued to experience failures, total of four master cylinders replaced.
The anti-lock brakes have always pulled to the right and are getting worse.the auto was taken to the dealership several times while under warranty with no satisfaction.other suburbans have had the same problem, but no recall has been issued.california has a lemon law, but not oregon....there have been several complaints about this problem in ca with satisfaction b/c of the lemon law.the problem keeps getting worse until the time comes when the auto almost leaves the road after applying the brakes
Experienced extended stopping distance resulting in vehicle collision.
Front brakes have been replaced and a rear brake adjustment has been made, however the brakes still make noise and the dealer can not remedy the problem.
The vehicle has had several repairs of the brake systeml, three sets of front brake pads, when the brakes are applied they suddenly fade, the rotors have been turned 4 times, the brake return spring failed the master cylinder leaks and there is air in the lines.nlm
The brakes have been replaced two times in less than 30000 miles, the consumer believes this is due to poor brake design.nlm
The brakes were poorly designed and wore out twice in less than 30000 miles.
I have had to replace the disc pad 4 times in under 10,000 miles, i have had to replace the rotors twice in the same amountof time.i am now facing another rotor and brake pad replacement.the rotors warp very quickly and the pads do not last, seems to always have some pull when brakes applied in normal braking situations.also, the vehicle pulls hard and wildlyin emergency braking situations.
Vehicle is a company vehicle and was purchased without test drive. After vehicle was put into service we experienced insufficient braking power, grabing brakes, 100% loss of brakes. Original dealer replaced brake pads, rotors & abs system. Maryville, tn dealer also replaced pads & abs parts. Still vehicle has no stopping power. On going problem which creates a dangerous vehicle.
Chevrolet has brushed me off severerl times by saying i never brought the vehicle in to a gm dealer for brakes the first time i ddidnt feel i was obligated to go to gm i went to brake max this is a big problem and chevy wont fess up and help the public the truck is to big for the brake system made for this application.
Brakes--disc brakes. Seat belt--right front seat belt.
Brake pads and calipers failed.yh
Brake pads and shoes have worn out under 8,00 miles.when the pedal is applied, the pedal goes to the floor, and the they will click.consumerwill feel brakes kick in, and begin to slowdown the vehicle. The dealer has been contacted.
The vehicle has had several repairs of the brake systeml, three sets of front brake pads, when the brakes are applied they suddenly fade, the rotors have been turned 4 times, the brake return spring failed the master cylinder leaks and there is air in the lines.nlm
Brake rotors warped due to overheating, pads failed.
Brake pads and calipers failed.yh
Whenbrake pedal was applied to pull over, the brakes did not respond.pedal went straight to the floor causing the vehicle to keep rolling, it had to cruise to come to a stop. After this occurred, the brakes felt moist, having a smell of the pads being burned. Dealer has been contacted.
Dt:the consumer complained about abs brakes kicking in at low speeds.the service brakes and abs will not hold when the abs kicks in.the problem has been on goingsince november of 2004.the dealership cleaned and greased the brakes.they machined the rotors and replaced the left upper arm bushing.and they checked the abs sensors.the problem recurred.when she contacted them they said they could not find thecause of the problem. It started getting worse in july of 2005.she took vehicleto the dealership again.they replaced the sensor bushings and an idle arm.the problemis still occurring.she took it back to them.they replaced two rear drums, the sway bar bushings, the u joints, and t tightened the transfer case. However, the problemrecurred. A recall for the 2000 models was issued.when she contacted the manufacturer, they said that thismodel year vehicle was not included in the recall.the contact had to have the service brakes replaced before.the dealership replaced the rotors and the pads.the contact felt that it wasa result ofnormal wear and tear. .
Brakes-when coming to stop pedal is hard then drops about an inch more before vehicle stops.anti lock will sometimes engage and stop vehicle. After vehicle stops i can continue to push pedal all the way to floor. Dealer replaced rear dump valve but problem still there. Master cylinder has been replaced,new rotors, new back brake shoes(3rd set). Brake problem started in jan 2001. Intake gasket is leaking. Fuel pump is running very noisy, nosier than when new. I know that this means it is going to go.so i will have to replace it.
Spoken to chevrolet customer service.dealer says no problem with brakes.vehicle is under recall notice -- nhtsarecall 98v033000.currently on third set of front brakes.chevrolet area service representative, harvey myer has never followed up with complaint, customer service representative barbara fleming is helpful.dealer worked on brakes when under warranty, refuses to accept nhtsa information.
Dt:the consumer complained about abs brakes kicking in at low speeds.the service brakes and abs will not hold when the abs kicks in.the problem has been on goingsince november of 2004.the dealership cleaned and greased the brakes.they machined the rotors and replaced the left upper arm bushing.and they checked the abs sensors.the problem recurred.when she contacted them they said they could not find thecause of the problem. It started getting worse in july of 2005.she took vehicleto the dealership again.they replaced the sensor bushings and an idle arm.the problemis still occurring.she took it back to them.they replaced two rear drums, the sway bar bushings, the u joints, and t tightened the transfer case. However, the problemrecurred. A recall for the 2000 models was issued.when she contacted the manufacturer, they said that thismodel year vehicle was not included in the recall.the contact had to have the service brakes replaced before.the dealership replaced the rotors and the pads.the contact felt that it wasa result ofnormal wear and tear. .
Brake rotors warped due to overheating, pads failed.
I own a 1998 chevy suburban 2200 4wd.on 7/10/00, at 13.000 mi the front rotors and pads and rear shoes were replaced by the dealer. On 9/13/00 at 15,000 mi thefront disc pads, master cylinder proportion valve and caliper brake hoses were replaced per service bulletin.on 8/21/03 at 22,500 mii had the front rotors and pads replaced with factory oem parts.on 10/11/04 at 27,00 mi i had to have the front rotors cut because of overheating of the rotors.rotors displayed hot spots.there seems to be a significant recurring problem/defect with the front brakes.
Rear brakes failed twice, caused squeak noise.yh
Brakes-when coming to stop pedal is hard then drops about an inch more before vehicle stops.anti lock will sometimes engage and stop vehicle. After vehicle stops i can continue to push pedal all the way to floor. Dealer replaced rear dump valve but problem still there. Master cylinder has been replaced,new rotors, new back brake shoes(3rd set). Brake problem started in jan 2001. Intake gasket is leaking. Fuel pump is running very noisy, nosier than when new. I know that this means it is going to go.so i will have to replace it.
Brake drums rusted.
1998 suburban k1500 = repetitive problems with rear brakes not self adjusting, replaced brake shoes twice, replaced springs and all hardware once (since 2000) with no avail. Rear brakes don't work well, front brakes need to stop vehicle antilock brakes have to kick in to stop vehicle. Transfer case now leaking and wondering if rear brake problem is the cause of transfer case problem. Have there been any recalls on this vehicle?
I had problems with the brakes once. They just filled up the brake fluid. 2nd time they replaced the master cylinder. I had problems with the electrical. They said it was the wiring harness at the engine.i had problems with the air conditioning . Took it in two or three times for that. They replaced some switches . Then had to take it in again and they replaced the rear airconditioner. We purchased this truck to pull a 20 ft trailer the trailer weighs 4200 lb.the suburban has a 3.73 differential and the trailering pkg. Plus post traction or whatever thety call it now! we went on a vacation in nov. Planning on being home the 1st of the year. Our !st differentialbroke outside of frederick md. It was replaced. Upon trying to return home the 2nd differentialbroke! it was replaced in louisville ky. Continuning our venture home. The 3rd differential went out in mobile ala. They gave me a very difficult time. Told me it was my fault. I was either going too fast of the trailer was too heavy. Neither acusations were true! upon finally arriving home (almost) the 4th differential went out and replaced. I have lost all faith & trust in this vechicle. Am scared to death to take it on the road. My husband is 67 years old and has dreamed of his retirement all his life. Now we are stuck with a suburban we don't dare take on the road for fear of it breaking down again. Chevrolet refused to do anything about it. The garage we purchased it from has been very nice. However, they also have been no help in this issue! any help you can give pertaining to chevrolet replacing my suburban wouyld be greatly appreciated.
My vehicle ran head-on into the side of a car that ran a stop sign.my car was so damaged that the insurance adjustor "totaled" it.the impact was so severe that i, the driver, sustained a fracture of the sternum (i was wearing a seat belt with shoulder harness).the air bags of my car did not go off, but the air bags of the car i hit did go off.on impact the brake mastercylinder with the power assist unit was broken off the fire wall by the abs module.therefore i did not have any brakes and rolled for another 300 feet before coming to rest against a tree in the lower shoulder of the road.
Master brake cylinder failed.yh
Brakes-when coming to stop pedal is hard then drops about an inch more before vehicle stops.anti lock will sometimes engage and stop vehicle. After vehicle stops i can continue to push pedal all the way to floor. Dealer replaced rear dump valve but problem still there. Master cylinder has been replaced,new rotors, new back brake shoes(3rd set). Brake problem started in jan 2001. Intake gasket is leaking. Fuel pump is running very noisy, nosier than when new. I know that this means it is going to go.so i will have to replace it.
When applying the brakesthe vehicleslowed down, but would not stop. The brakes had to be pumped in order for the vehicle to be stopped. Dealer saidmaster cylinder failed, after master cylinder replacement brakes continued to experience failures, total of four master cylinders replaced.
During impact with another vehicle the master cylinder sheared off the fire wall rendering brakes inoperable after impact.do deployment of driver nor passenger side air bag resulted in driver suffered a fratured sternum. Vehicle totaled.
When driving at 55mph and upon depressingbrake pedalbrake booster malfunctioned, causing poor braking ability, and resulting inextended stopping distance.please provide any further details.
When pressing on brakes they would get hard.brakes get harder as day wears on. Vehicle would buck if stopped at light or sign. Makes a swooshing sound. Can feelbrake pedal fighting back. Have taken to indpendent mechanic, andwas informed brake power booster was gone and was leaving no power brakes.
When turning toright vehicle will make a sharper turn, like steering wheel is being jerked in that direction. Tookvehicle to dealer, and they changedsteering sensor.consumerfelt that this was very dangerous, car could tip over. Please provide any further information.
Steering wheel sensor failed. In addirion, radio/electrical c omponents will not cut off when the ignition is turned off.
No steering control.
I am having the same trouble with my 1998 suburban that was filed on nhtsa investigation ea99011. I also notice that it happens worse when driving in winter when temperatures are colder.it seems once vehicle has been driven for awhile its not as bad.but still seem to loose steering control as indicated in the report mentioned above.a very serious problem and scary. Loss of steering for split second causing vehicle to jerk in both directions when the loss occurs. *la
Steering sensor failed causing steering to bind momentarily-then full power assist occur.nlm
Electrical system stays on after car is turned off.
Whenever a turn is made it appearsthe vehicle wouldturn more then the driver required. Can nhtsa help or provide additional information. Dealer was not contacted at this time.
Steering would grab momentarily while making right curve turns at 55-70 mph. Dealer was not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.
1) near crashes have been caused by an erratic condition in the steering.called gm national customer service number and gave all information and was promised someone would contact me.(never happened)2 other families here in rochester have the same vehicle and the same problem.2)upon turning the steering wheel, the wheel itself suddenly free-wheels several inches.this rapidly accelerates the degree of turn and makes the driver feel as if they have lost control and the entire vehicle often swerves out of control.3)i brought it to 2 dealers here in rochester and neither was able to detect the problem on a test drive.the problem comes and goes.when it happens, it will scare the livingout of you, and the driver on the other side of the road. We have all but lost control on more than one occasion.a friend of mine who also has a suburban said he had the same problem and finally someone suggested replacing something called the power steering assist?we have a 98' suburban and have had it since it was 7,000 miles old.it has a 350 and is an lt and has 3rd seat and four wheel drive.i think this problem affects most if not all suburban's in our year class.chevy is not responding to my questions.please help.
Steering sensor failed, causing steering wheelto skip when turning and feels like control of steering is lost momentarily.sensor was replaced once and problem was cured for a time, but it is now recurring.
The steering gear was leaking fluid, the spool valve is leaking, the dealer replaced the spool valve, support, and seals, the dealer replaced the steering gear end due to it leaking.
Steering wheel "skips" during turns at 30 to 50 mph.
Vehicleveers to left /right, counter clockwise from the way its swings. This happens at 55 to 60 mph. Dealer has been contacted.vehicle has had continued component replacements in the suspension and steering due to defect. Also power steering sensor was replaced/nuts:bolts that hold tire together sheared off, causing tire to fall off.
1998 suburban almost wrecked several times to do faulty electronic variable orifice (evo) sensor located under steering column.when in a right hand turn vehicle will suddenly lunge to the right to do sudden increase in power steering.this is very dangerous and gm or anyone for that matter is doing anything about it.i think it should be a recall immediately.there are plenty of documented cases of this problem and gm knows it too...but they refuse to fix the problem. *la
While driving around curves steering wheel would make noise.later,noise would disappear while still driving aroundcurves.dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information.
When driving at almost any speedsteering slips and jerks toright orleft.the tires don't move with the slip.it started out as just a right shift, and now it is jerking both to the right and left.
Dealer said this happens all the time? why not have a recall? no safety defect listed.
Vehicle was delivered to me with a noticeable pull to the right.repeated trips back to the dealer for service and repeated talks with various levels of management at the dealership have not corrected the problem.in fact, the service personnel refuse to acknowledge the problem at all.an independent repair shop has also been unable to correct the problem.i have given up on trying to get the problem fixed, but still consider it to be a serious safety issue.
Power steering pump also powers the braking system. Brakes fail at panic stops and pedals go to floor. Power steering system causes the vehicle to wander at hwy speeds. Requires constant readjustments. At times will lose control. Gm says normal. Have contacted them and refused assitance in these issues but received only standard corporate no assistance/form answers.
The power steering pump was replaced under warranty, after the pump was replaced the consumer could hear a squealing belt sound, dealer diagnosed it as a bad belt and replaced it.nlm
The power steering pump was replaced under warranty, after the pump was replaced the consumer could hear a squealing belt sound, dealer diagnosed it as a bad belt and replaced it.nlm
The power steering pump failed at 25000 miles.
The power steering pump failed at 25000 miles.
Consumer complained about apower steering problem.when turning left resistance increasesed all at once, driver received power assistance when turning right.
Accidently struck pole at 1 to 2 mph and did $505.08 damage to rear bumper.is there not a speed regulation concerning rear bumpers.
Rust was found on the inside rear bumper.nlm
The side door panel clips broke, the dealer replaced the door panel, the passenger side inner door panel rattles, the panel was loose, the back door inside trim loose, the dealer replaced the trim.
Rear double doors makes noise.yh
Consumer bought a boa., but when he puts it ontruck it makes the truck vibrate. Also, when not carrying the boat it vibrates ifvehicle is traveling at a higher speed.
Ea99-011, when traveling 50-70 mph consumerfelt a shimmywithin the steering column,also, when making a left hand turnvehicle jerked and pulled to the left. Consumer has yet to contactdealer. Please provide any further details.
Vehicle would wander at any speed.appointment has been made for dealer inspection. Do nhtsa have any other information on this problem.
When turning toright vehicle will make a sharper turn, like steering wheel is being jerked in that direction. Tookvehicle to dealer, and they changedsteering sensor.consumerfelt that this was very dangerous, car could tip over. Please provide any further information.
The vehicle has been experiencing several suspension related problems, the side shock absorber split causing a rattle, the dealer replaced the bolts on both the driver and passenger sides, consumer complained of steering wheel pulling to the right, the dealer found that the vehicle was out of alignment and after the alignment was completed, the problem still existed, the dealer later found a left front inner tie rod nut loose, however the vehicle still pulled to the right so a tire rotation was done, also, the coil spring insulators were missing causing a clunking noise when turning, it was later found that the insulators were improperly installed, the vehicle continues to pull to the right after all the repairs and the dealer can not find a remedy for the problem.
Front end out of alignment.
Destroys front right 2 tires (not alignment problem) 2 tires in 22k miles( dot number: m3dd tire size: p235/75r15 )
Vehicleveers to left /right, counter clockwise from the way its swings. This happens at 55 to 60 mph. Dealer has been contacted.vehicle has had continued component replacements in the suspension and steering due to defect. Also power steering sensor was replaced/nuts:bolts that hold tire together sheared off, causing tire to fall off.
Front tire uneven wear, due to possible alignment problems.yh
Front end out of alignment on two occasions.mjs
When first taking vehicle from the sales lot it pulled to the right.consumer tookvehicle back to the dealer, who balanced the tires, but the problem recurred. Also, when the brakes were depressed vehicle shookseverely.vehicle was taken to dealer four times,after taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic, it was determined that wheel hub was warped from the factory.
Shocks failed at 29000 miles.
The shocks were replaced under warranty.nlm
Front shock absorber failed.
The tire blew up - completetly disintergrated without warning - the pressure had been checked before the trip and no road hazrards were noticed - however the car following noted the tire looked low before it blew - so it had to have lost pressure during the @10 miles and then disentergrated.
We have had two tires seperate on this vehicle plus three tires on another chevrolet suburban of the same size at an earlier date. (dot number: v611 b1atiresize: 245x75x16)
Michelin xw4 p235-75r tires blewout on two occasions.
Tire failed causing cupping.
These tires did not last one year. Odometer reading 30249 when tires new. I changed the tires at odometer reading 59126 miles. The tires are rated for 50,ooo. I had the tires rotated before i took a trip to kansas city this past summer in may. I was told by the owner of the goodyear service center in beaumont texas that the reason for the tire failure was under inflation. The tire manufacturer recommends one inflation and the auto manufacturer recommends another. I asked the goodyear service manager if goodyear had this in writing he said no. I beleive i got ripped off! the two times i had my vehicles tires balance i was not told that at the goodyear dealerships that they were under inflated. I would not purchase another goodyear tire even though the company i work for has them as a customer butadiene customer. I went to another company and got tires for my vehicle and met a goodyear employee and the beaumont texas facility that told me he had the same problem and even though he worked for goodyear plant he would not purchased their tires. He also by here say told me that a retired gentleman at the firestone facility in illonois plant told him that they made tires with other tire company names. I would like to know if this is true. I have four children and a sick wife and i can't afford to be duped by conglomerate tire manufactures. If i have been wronged as i feel i think the american public sould be protected against such practices. (tiresize: 235/75r1c)( dot number:tire size: 235/75r1c )
We were driving straight at 70 mph on i-35; all tires were properly inflated; there were no obstructions or debris in the roadway; without warning, the left rear tire came apart.the tread came off of the tire, wrapped around the axle while the wheel kept turning.from what i've read on your site, this appears to be exactly the same as the firestone/explorer problems.
Kumho road venture ht tire had tread separation while driving and pulling a 26 foot travel trailer at 68 mph .tire was still inflated. Aftermarket equipment installed at 38,000 miles, tire size 245/75r16, dot# h211yd1p309. Manufacturer was notified. The tire manufacturer inspected the failed tire and found no defect.
When thumping occurred and vehicle was pulling to right we had tires balanced.this did not cure the problem so took it in to have tires checked more throughly.we were told the two front tires had tread separation and to get them off imediately.thumping and pulling ceased after new tires were put on. (dot number:tiresize: 245/75r16)
The steel belt broke, causing a lump on the tire.changed tire out immediately. (tiresize: 245/75r16)( dot number: tire size: 245/75r16 )
Orginal equipment firestone, steeltex tires, size lt245/75 r16 dot # v611b1a, at 25,000 miles had to be replaced because of tread separation on three of the four tires, dealer has been contacted.
Pe 00 040/tread separation: left rear tire had a tread separation while traveling at 70 mph withdriver and three passengers, one adultin a 1998 chevrolet, suburban; original equipment, tire size lt245/75r16.dot numbers v611b1a447 and v611b1a487 for the firestone steeltex r4s tires, front tires were kept at 70psi and rear tires 75psi.
Tread separation.ambient temp 96 degrees.inflation 80 pounds cold.mud/snow tread.towing 6200 lb travel trailer with equilizing hitch. (dot number: vn11b3a477tiresize: lt24575r16)
Lt265/75r16, dot unknown,replacement tire with 10000 miles on a 1998, chevrolet suburban.while driving 63 mphrear driver's side tire experienced tread separation. No accident.
Class i hitch developed hairline crack at one of welds.nlm
Digital compass/temperature readout giving inaccurate reading failed.
The dashboard front panel cracked, the dealer ordered a new panel.
The first reported item: shoulder belt anchors, 3 of the shoulder anchors have come loss, the first came completely off, after noticing, i regularly check and tighten.there appears to be no mechanical locking device to keep this from repeating.the second item reported is the exhaust leak.the dealer repeatedly has fixed the same leak, it fills the vehicle with fumes and is dangerous.i finally replaced the exhaust manifolds at my expense to make the vehicle safe.the failed component was always the exhaust manifold to "y" pipe gaskets.the third could have been disasterous, the throttle cable failed leaving the vehicle stuck at full throttle.
A kinked throttle cabple has been installed during manufacturing of the vehicle. This allowed cable to fray and srick against fire wall,causing the vehicle to accelerate to 80-90mph unexpectedly in which the braking system did not help in reducing the vehicle's speed, almost caused an accident.
The first reported item: shoulder belt anchors, 3 of the shoulder anchors have come loss, the first came completely off, after noticing, i regularly check and tighten.there appears to be no mechanical locking device to keep this from repeating.the second item reported is the exhaust leak.the dealer repeatedly has fixed the same leak, it fills the vehicle with fumes and is dangerous.i finally replaced the exhaust manifolds at my expense to make the vehicle safe.the failed component was always the exhaust manifold to "y" pipe gaskets.the third could have been disasterous, the throttle cable failed leaving the vehicle stuck at full throttle.
Hvac system failed.
Heater motor.
The heater core clamps were leaking, the dealer installed 2 heater clamps.
Rear door windows separated from internal track.
The windshield was delaminating around the sides and was replaced under warranty, after installation there was an oily film on the glass which is hard to remove, a plastic clip broke causing the rear door windows to separated from the internal track.nlm
The quarter panel glass doorshatteredinside and outside of the vehiclewhile closing thefront door.dealer stated that it was common on those vehicles.
The windshield was delaminating around the sides and was replaced under warranty, after installation there was an oily film on the glass which is hard to remove, a plastic clip broke causing the rear door windows to separated from the internal track.nlm
Power window regulator failed causing window to stick and rattle.
The left side window lock broke, the dealer replaced the window lock.
Locking gas cap turns of service light, due to possible electrical malfunction with power accessories.yh
Vehicles built in garage door opener is inoperative.
Windshield wipers have failed at least once almost every time used for quite some time now.usually could be thumped & restarted. Today they failed several times and then quit altogether, in light to heavy rain, on the interstate. Drove to mcconnell in mobile and they knew exactly what was wrong.. Had obviously seen it plenty before.i had to pay $158.46 for the repair as they informed me the recall only covered '94 - '97.'98 should also be included!!gm is very lucky that there have been no tragedies because of this... At least, that anybody knows about.i think it's very possible that there are unreported accidents or deaths related to this problem.visibility goes to zero almost immediately!reimburse me, gm, you're getting off cheap!!
My windshield wipers would stop working from time to time.it appears to be the same defect as in earlier year suburbans, but was not included in the recall.general motors has plenty of notice that the same defect exists in suburbans older than those already recalled, and should include others in the recall as well.
Windshield wipers experienced the same defect as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin.the wipers had become inoperative at times, the brakes were soft, the wheel cylinders were found leaking, and the shoes cracked.transmission fluid leaked, and the tail shaft seal was replaced. *scc
Auto dimming for the rear view mirrors has become defective,and it doesn't dim the mirrors anymore.with no manual way to dim your rear view mirror this makes driving at night very dangerous at times.i took it to the dealer to get it fixed and they wanted $500 saying that the rear view mirror needed replaced.i feel that the replacement price is too exorbitant, and because of that it hasn't been replaced. It seems like they should put a manual flip switch on the mirror as a back-up in case the mirror would become defective like mine has.
While driving consumer smelled something burning, stopped and saw yellow smoke coming from behind driver's door panel, sparks were flying.smoke stopped, fuse had blown. Mechanic found that wire to outside mirror switch. After further investigation, it was found that the wire was 14 gauge. The electrical short occured at the mirror switch.
Mirror switch and windshield wiper motor investigations upgraded at nhtsa.
Outside rear view mirror.
Car was difficult to start, and when it did start, wouldn't accelerate past 28 mph. Windows squeak. Tailgate has trouble latching and unlatching.
While driving at 40 mph a rock came throughfront windshield / passenger's side and shattered glass ontopassenger and a child insecond raw in a css. Both parties received minor injury. Feel free to provide any further infomation concerning this matter.
The windshield was delaminating around the sides and was replaced under warranty, after installation there was an oily film on the glass which is hard to remove, a plastic clip broke causing the rear door windows to separated from the internal track.nlm
The windshield was delaminating around the sides and was replaced under warranty, after installation there was an oily film on the glass which is hard to remove, a plastic clip broke causing the rear door windows to separated from the internal track.nlm
The left side window latch broke, the left side middle bay window was leaking and the dealer resealed the window, and the passenger side rear bay window was also leaking where the dealer reasealed that window.
I have a 98 chevy suburban, and the windshield wipers some times stop working while they are in use. There was a recall on some suburbans, and blazers, but the year only went up to i think 1997. The recall had to do with the wipers stopping during operation. Icalled cheverolet just to see if our year was going to be included in the recall, and he replied no, and there was nothing that could be done. He said he could call a dealer and have me take it to them and i would have to pay for any repairs. I cannot afford to take it in right now, so hopefully there will be a recall in the future. This happens every time i use the wipers.
Speed variation, and sometimes cease, of operation of windshield wipers.possible discrepancy with turn signal lever, seems to be affected by,and sometimes corrected with wiggling with the lever.
Windshield wipers quit at various times.sometimes work sometimes not, sometimes quit in middle of use.
Consumer states that while driving at 65 mph in the rain the windshield whiper stopped working without warning, resulting in poor visibilty. Almost caused an accident.mr
1998 chevrolet suburban intermittent windshield wiper problems.sometimes they don't operate when activated and sometimes they don't shut off when turned off. *nlm
Windshield wipers fail during use; will not operate in timed mode; stop at incorrect locations
Inheavy rain, windshield washers failed completely with no warning. Humming in the motor but the wipers would not work. Extremely hazardous condition. Could not see road nor oncoming traffic.
The windshield wipers do function correctly most of the time.when switched on to the intermittent setting they usually operate at low speed rather than intermittent.when switched off they usually continue wiping for many cycles and then stop seemingly randomly anywhere in there path of travel.also, the windshiled washer no longer pumps fluid.
I had my windshield wipers quit working on my 1998 chevrolet suburban.at first it started out once in awhile.however coming back from vacation in the autumn of 2001, i was coming through a mountain pass at 10:30 pm.it was raining very hard and on a two lane highway in the middle of the night my windshield wipers quit.i had my wife and 2 young daughters in the second row seat.there was no shoulder to pull over on, and in the pitch black i thought for sure we would either end up in the other lane and hit an oncoming car or end up in the ditch.i had the windshield wiper module changed at capitol chevrolet in salem oregon.i have the invoice.i want to make sure that no one else has to go through the same situation as we did.i am aware of the recall on certain chevrolet models, but it does not include 1998 models...big mistake...it should include 1998's also.
While operating continuously for an hour or more in heavy rain, the wipers stopped. *phhen the consumer pulled on the wiper arm, the wipers worked for awhile. The consumer stated there was a recall, however it only included the 1995 to 1997 models.
1998 suburban 2500 4x4 wipers do not work all the time. For some reason they almost never work in the rain.
Transmission failure at 32000 miles - radiator replaced at 54000 - water pump- differential and transmission mounts replacednow driver side door will not open from inside and windshield wipers do not work .
Windshield wiper motor control board failed due to faulty shoulder joint.*phthis was the same failure as in the 1997 suburban recall.this problem occurred while the vehicle was in motion during the rain. *sc
I received a recall notice for a faulty windshield wiper motor on my 1998 suburban,the wiper would quit working periodical and you would here a buzzing noise but no wiper movement. By opening the hood and hitting or tapping on the wiper module they would work again temp for some time. I take the suburban in with my recall notice, but they refuse to replace since they show this model is not affected or fall with the vin #'s that show even though the exact symptoms exist.this is a major scam!!!!
Windshield wipers would stop suddenly. I would have to get off the road shut car off, then ait 5-10 minutes before wipers will work again.
Windshield wipers quit working during a strong storm on i-75. Luckily i was able to get over to the right lane and pull off the road...a buzzing noise was coming from a black motor casing, so i tapped it and the wipers began to work again. This has happen on numerous occasions. The car is dangerous to drive in the rain.*nlm
Windshield wiper motor, control module p/n 12463090, fails due to a cold (cracked) solder joint on the controller circuit board.this causes the windshield wipers to work erratically or not at all. *nlm
For about 2 months the windshield wipers would fail intermittently. They finally quit completely july 7,2003.called chevy dealer and they said there was not a recall for 1998 suburban.
Mirror switch and windshield wiper motor investigations upgraded at nhtsa.
While operating continuously for an hour or more in heavy rain, the wipers stopped.*ph
Windshield wipers work intermittently, or stop working during operation. Dealer contacted.
(1) driving in rain.(2) wiper failure. Consequences are obvious!(3) stop, open hood of vehicle, and smack the wiper control!note! due to fact that a friend of mine has a 1996 gmc sierra truck which was recalled for this problem, i refuse to pay hundreds of dollars to have it fixed! my vehicle is a 1998 (ordered in 1997 before they hit the production line) chevrolet suburban. The problem is bad solder joints on the board! i am an eet by degree for 25 years and i know the problem well and i also know that the problem with my friend's truck and mine are the same problem!i got absolutely no help from chevrolet customer representatives! they acknowledged that it was indeed the same wiper control and could not explain why the recall cutoff stopped when it did! but, they also would not give me a guarantee that i would not be charged to have it fixed!if i have an accident due to this failure, gmc will pay that bloody money!
1998 chevy suburban-wipers stop working at random intervals, must force to work by hand until they start working again,need to replace wiper motor
Consumer states windshield wipers work intermittently during usage.
Vehicle experienced the same defect as stated in recall 03 v 159 000, but it's model year and vin number was not included.
I have a 1998 chevrolet suburban 5.7l v8, 4x4 with the lt package.i am experiencing windshield wiper problems where the wipers fail approximately 50% of the time when needed.there is currently a recall on 94-97 model chevrolet pickups/suv's on this issue but the 98 models are not included.i believe i am experiencing the same problem and the issue should be gm's responsibility.
I have a 1998 suburban. I asked gm to include my vehicle since it has the same defects, but they say no. How do i get included in this recall?gm recalls 1.77m vehicles.no. 1 automaker recalls '94-'97 pickups, suv's, vans to replace windshield wiper circuit boards.may 1, 2003: 11:21 am edt.new york (cnn/money) - general motors said thursday it will recall about 1.77 million pickups, sport/utility vehicles and vans produced from 1994 through 1997 to replace windshield wiper circuit boards and motor covers.gm (gm: down $0.77 to $35.28, research, estimates) conducted similar windshield wiper recalls in 1998 and 2003. The company told cnnfn that since the first recall in 1998, there have been five crashes and one injury related to the parts on the vehicles being recalled, but no fatalities.it added that there have been no lawsuits stemming from the parts being recalled as far as it knows.the company said the vehicles involved are: 1994-1997 chevrolet c/k and gmc sierra pickup trucks, chevrolet tahoe and suburban/gmc yukon and suburban suv's; 1995-1997 chevrolet astro and gmc safari midsize vans and chevrolet/gmc full-size crew cabs; 1996-1997 chevrolet blazer, gmc jimmy midsize suv's, chevrolet s10, gmc sierra, and isuzu hombre small pickups.gm said it will notify vehicle owners beginning this summer and the repairs will be made at dealerships at no cost to the customers.*nlm
Problem with electrical system on chevrolet suburban 1998 model.vehicle was purchased in september 1997 but is a 1998 model.problems are as follows:.chevrolet has a recall for 1997 model for windshield wiper malfunction i have a 1998 model with the same problem but the recall does not cover it.2.i also have problem with the remote control. Vehicle has some sort of wiring problem, i changed the batteries on the remote control but it will not work.3.i had to change wiring harness for rear lights since the lights would not work and dealership said that i had to change the wiring.
Today, while drivingin a rain storm my windshield wipers stopped, making visibility near zero!recently, the wipers have not always worked when turned on, but with persistence they have eventually come on. *nlm
On 9/07/2003 at 1140 hrs while driving my 1998 chevrolet suburban in a rain storm with my two young children in the back, my wipers failed to continue working. Visibility was extremely difficult. I proceeded immediately to the nearest dealer and was informed about a defective wiper motor relay circuit board that gm has redesigned to correct this problem. I purchased the updated module kit and installed the unit in less one half hour. This is a serious safety problem which should be covered under a recall program so as to avoid serious mishaps.
I own a 1998 chevrolet suburban.the windshield wipers work very intermittently.when on delay they sometimes delay, sometimes work on slow speed and sometimes do not work at all.there is an active recall on other chevrolet models for this exact problem but not this model and year.chevrolet needs to fix this problem before there is a fatal or debilitating crash.safety first! *nlm
Windshield wiper/motor problem is the same as with the earlier suburbans on the recall list.the recall only addresses '97 and back, not 1998.what can be done about getting this year added.there are other complaints with this same problem with this year and later.
Vehicleveers to left /right, counter clockwise from the way its swings. This happens at 55 to 60 mph. Dealer has been contacted.vehicle has had continued component replacements in the suspension and steering due to defect. Also power steering sensor was replaced/nuts:bolts that hold tire together sheared off, causing tire to fall off.
Had not previously heard anything unusual.have owned 2 other suburbans besides this one.i was leaving a parking lot, turning left onto the street when i heard a pop.i then heard some rattling and squeaking.i pulled over and could not see anything, so i drove it home...about 5 miles.took off the lugs:nuts cover and 2 broken stems fell on the ground with the nut still on them and the rest of the lugs: nuts were extremely loose.had all the tires rotated at firestone on 10-7-99 and the mileage was 42,720.none of the other wheels were affected.all lugs: nuts were on tight except for this one wheel.found out that ford had a recall on all 1998 lugs: nuts on ford f150 pick ups...could this be related?
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