We found the following complaints for GMC SUBURBAN (1998)
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Dt: the contact owns a 1998 gmc suburban. He states that on june 1, 2005vehicle was in a accident andwas hit in the front end.upon impact,none of the air bags deployed.
A fire startedin theelectrical mirror switch assembly ondriver side of the vehicle, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
Battery acid wasleaking onto front right brake line and on high pressure air conditioner hose, causing loss of brakes and electrical system.please give any further details.
Battery is leaking acid from around the positive terminal down to the brake line at the front passenger'sside, in the area of the front tire. Consumer feels it may eat a hole though brake line, and cause the brakes not to work properly. Dealer replaced battery, but only cleaned the other parts affected by the leaking battery acid, even though there are signs of corrosion on these parts.*ml
1998, gmc, suburban, replacement battery leaks onto right front wheel brake hose, corroding the fitting.dealer has been notified. Consumer stated this is the second battery that has failed.
Battery acid wasleaking onto front right brake line and on high pressure air conditioner hose, causing loss of brakes and electrical system.please give any further details.
The positive battery terminal post broke loose from the battery, spilling battery acid on the brake tubing.discussed battery failure with gm and they refused to replace battery due to the fact the vehicle was out of warranty.
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
Couldn't startvehicle.attempted to replace oem delco battery with new battery and found acid had leaked from positive side terminal, totally corroding battery bolt, terminal and cables.acid had leaked onto high pressure a/c line, electrical wiring and brake lines, corroding them. Significant corrosion on body metal.repair estimates run in excess of $500.negotiating with gmc for repairs under a products liability claim.
Front post of battery leaks,postive side, corrodes electrical cables, causing vehicleto shut down.
Due tobattery design flawacid leaks through a screw hole and causes corrosion.this may resultin a no-start condition or stalling.please provide further information.
During summer of 1999, i noticed battery acid residue below battery on lines and wires.cleaned off with oil.brakes were mushy.in october, 2000 brakes slowed vehicle but required additional pressure to stop.noticed additional battery acid build up on lines and wiring.brakes failednov. 22, 2000.added brake fluid.vehicle would not start on nov. 28, 2000.positive battery post separated from battery.spent two hours removing broken-off battery from battery bolt,cables and installing battery.poured baking soda water on affected area of lines and wires.
Alternator belt failed, causing loss of power steering.
Fire then smoke coming from wire harness.
Wiring to the electric fuel pump can over heat (and possibly cause a fire) when the fuel pump fails.this would occur when the fuel pump is in a failed (locked) condition while power is applied to the pump. The electrical current draw is higher than the rating of the wiring.
Steering gear box broken internally. Weak power steering pump. Leak in braking system at axle seal. Brake pads worn out prematurely. Vehicle pulls to left when brakes applied. Left, rear seat belt would not extend after retracting. Short circuit in wiring harness under hood - harness length too short caused inability to start vehicle.
Left rear brake light socket had a shortforsecond time. Whole socket has to be replaced.worked for 2 weeks, and it shorted out again.part cost $60 each time.dealer informed consumer that there was not a recall, however they had been replacing a lot of these parts.
Rear tail light printed circuit has shorted out twice, leaving melted componets and total replacement option.
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
Rotors on 4wd sububan rusted out at the weld between the cast rim and the stamped steel interwheel. The stamped part has the lug holes, the cast rim is the what the brake pads grip.
While driving at various speeds vehicle stalled withoutwarning. Dealer had not been able to duplicate the problem. Also, windshield wipers worked intermittently.
Check engine light illuminated after an hour of driving.*mr. The consumer stated when she came to a stop and then proceeded to drive again, the vehicle jerked extremely hard.*nlm
The ses light would illuminate intermittently , this would happen when the weather was cold and would last from 10 days to several weeks, to date the dealer has not been able to correct the problem, possibly related to engine or indicator light failure. Nlm
A/c blower failed.
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
Rotors on 4wd sububan rusted out at the weld between the cast rim and the stamped steel interwheel. The stamped part has the lug holes, the cast rim is the what the brake pads grip.
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
Fuel injector failed. Yh
Wiring to the electric fuel pump can over heat (and possibly cause a fire) when the fuel pump fails.this would occur when the fuel pump is in a failed (locked) condition while power is applied to the pump. The electrical current draw is higher than the rating of the wiring.
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
Rear doors do not have child safety locks.a childwas able to open the door while vehiclewas moving.also there is no latch on the inside of the rear door to exit the vehicle from the rear. *ml
Water leaked inside the vehicle, also there was a mold problem, the dealer tried to remedy problem by spraying a chemical inside the vehicle, however the odor was still there, the rear transfer case and door lock was replaced, and the front shoulder belt was readjusted. Ts
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
Check engine light illuminated after an hour of driving.*mr. The consumer stated when she came to a stop and then proceeded to drive again, the vehicle jerked extremely hard.*nlm
The transmission on my 1998 gmc surburban failed.i was told by the dealer and another transmission specialist that this particular problem has been common to the 1997-98 gmc and chevrolet surburbans, tahoes and comparable vehicles.it is not fair to consumers for an auto maker to know about severe problems like this with vehicles and not issue a recall or correct the problem.of the 86 complaints listed on your website for this model, 7 involved and others involved the drivetrain which can be an associated problem.
Began shifting hard from 1-2 and 3-4. Does so after driving.can stop and turn off engine and it will stop for a while.i have read many similar complaints.3 and 4 transmissions have been replaced and same thing occurs after 10-20,000 miles.local dealer says it is a common problem, but gmc will not cover.
Transmission failed due to a change in the manufacturing process admitted by gmc.they are aware that on 1997-1999 models of the suburban ( and possibly other gmc models?) the 4l60e transmission will suffer a fatigue failure of the sun gear reaction shell, causing the loss of reverse, 2nd and 4th gears.
1998 gmc suburban transmission problems. Our vehicle was special ordered from gmac in 1997. The issues in our transmission started late last summer, 2002. There is a very noticeable "bump" when starting from a standstill and going from 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd gears. As stated in other complaints this is our family vehicle transporting or 3 small children.*nlm
The vehicles transmission failed abruptly without warning, causing the vehicle to lose speed, the mechanic that rebuilt the transmission reported to the consumer that a technical service bulletin was issued for the problem the consumers vehicle experienced, the consumer is requesting reimbursement for the cost of repair and the expense of the rental car her family required during the time of repair.nlm
When driving at 50 mph the adaptor within the transmission fell down, causingoverheating and smoke to fill the passenger compartment. Also, passenger's compartment became very hot. Consumer has contacteddealer, dealer has replaced the transmission.
While drivingengine check light illuminates ondash.transmission does not shift.when slowing downtransmission will shift into gear very hard. Accident occurred. Please provide any further information.
The vehicles transmission failed abruptly without warning, causing the vehicle to lose speed, the mechanic that rebuilt the transmission reported to the consumer that a technical service bulletin was issued for the problem the consumers vehicle experienced, the consumer is requesting reimbursement for the cost of repair and the expense of the rental car her family required during the time of repair.nlm
1998 suburban w/ 4l60e transmission, shifting hard 1-2 and 2-3. Research shows it is a known problem of manufacturer addresses under gm tech serv bulletin 01-07-30-023b. Further, internet search indicates that problem is manufacturers design error, and that only permanent fix is to use an aftermarket suppliers re-designed replacement part.currently, i am in the position of having to seek repair at estimated costs ranging from $1800-2800 from local service providers.
Rear axle seals were leaking on both sides.the dealer has replaced the seals also, rear wheel bearings have been replaced twice. Manufacturer has been notified.
Rear axle seals were leaking on both sides.the dealer has replaced the seals also, rear wheel bearings have been replaced twice. Manufacturer has been notified.
Inner cv boots failed.
The transmission failed and was rebuilt, the consumer was asking reimbursment because the problem was created by change in manufacturing process. Consumer was informed that other vehicles like these have had problems with losing reverse, 2nd and 4th gears, this being caused by a change in the manufacturing process for the sun gear reaction shell, during production the radius of the area attaching the splines on the shell to the shell housing was reduced, leading to a fatigue failure of the shell.
Water leaked inside the vehicle, also there was a mold problem, the dealer tried to remedy problem by spraying a chemical inside the vehicle, however the odor was still there, the rear transfer case and door lock was replaced, and the front shoulder belt was readjusted. Ts
Water leaked inside the vehicle, also there was a mold problem, the dealer tried to remedy problem by spraying a chemical inside the vehicle, however the odor was still there, the rear transfer case and door lock was replaced, and the front shoulder belt was readjusted. Ts
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
Steering gear box broken internally. Weak power steering pump. Leak in braking system at axle seal. Brake pads worn out prematurely. Vehicle pulls to left when brakes applied. Left, rear seat belt would not extend after retracting. Short circuit in wiring harness under hood - harness length too short caused inability to start vehicle.
Seat belt will not retract fromretractors ondriver's side. Dealer has replacedretractor. Part is available for analysis. Feel free to provide any further infromation.
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
While trying to lay down the back seat consumer finger got stuck and got cut off when holding ontopost handle under seat. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.
Dt: the contact stated while theengine was warming up, anda few minutes later while getting in to the vehicle, the passenger's seat was smoking. The heater in the seat burned a hole in the seat. The vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection. The dealership told the contact if the seat heater was turned on again it would short out.
The abs brakes on my 1998 gmc suburban come when i come to a stop. (all of the time) i also know of 4 other 98 gm trucks that this happen to. Plus all of the dealers i have contacted are well aware of this problem that costs about $700 to fix. I feel this is a saftey issue as well as a defect. I know of one small accident due to this problem because your stopping distance is now increased.dt
Several times when i or my husband have hit the brakes, they lock and instead of stopping the car, itcontinues to slide. I reported this to the technician at silveira pontiac after the first accident in 1998.he told me that was the nature of abs brakes, i had a van before my suburban thjat had abs brakes and i /we never experienced this problem.in feb. 1999 we had the brakes redone atmarin-pontiac-buick-gmcand we were hoping the problem was corrected: however it was not and it resulted in myhaving a second accident.( dot number: unknown tire size: 2457512r16 )
Abs system kicks on every time vehicle slows down, removing braking force. Ph
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
Newly purchased vehicle is experiencing the same major braking problems as the older model that was sold back to gmc because the problem could not be repaired.
Rear brake drums failed on three occasions. The main brake seal failed once.
Rotors on 4wd sububan rusted out at the weld between the cast rim and the stamped steel interwheel. The stamped part has the lug holes, the cast rim is the what the brake pads grip.
Dt:the consumer stated that the abs locked up at low speeds.the consumer stated that this happens every time she slowed down.the problem would occur at 10 mph and slower when pulling into parking spots.there was a recall on this for other gmc vehicles.recall campaign #05v379000; anti-lock.the manufacturer had been contacted.the dealer was called but they have no information on the recall yet.(11/17/05)the consumer stated that she almost went through the store window as a result of this problem.*sc
Dt*:the contact stated at speeds below 10 mph, the abs would pump and grab.as a result, the brake pedal needed excessive pressure to stop.the dealership determined the driver side front hub and bearing needed to be replaced.there is a nhtsa recall, # 05v379000, regarding the anti-lock brakes.the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the vin. The consumer was informed the abs sensors needed to be replaced. Updated 03/17/06. 8jb
I have a 1998 gmc suburban just purchased and i experienced the same problem described in recall #05v379000. Result was my wife slammed into the back of another car in our driveway. Damage was minimal but i sure don't want her driving this vehicle until it is fixed! i called gm and they said this year (1998) is not effected! yeah, right!
Dt: the contact states there is a nhtsa recall campaign05v379000 concerning the anti lock brakes. This vehicle hasthe same problemsas indicated in the recall, but it is not included in the recall due to vin and the model year. The contact repaired the vehicle at her own expense.
During summer of 1999, i noticed battery acid residue below battery on lines and wires.cleaned off with oil.brakes were mushy.in october, 2000 brakes slowed vehicle but required additional pressure to stop.noticed additional battery acid build up on lines and wiring.brakes failednov. 22, 2000.added brake fluid.vehicle would not start on nov. 28, 2000.positive battery post separated from battery.spent two hours removing broken-off battery from battery bolt,cables and installing battery.poured baking soda water on affected area of lines and wires.
Abs locked at low speeds.
The defective kelsey hayes abs braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash.also at a stop andwnen proceeded, abs brakes grabbed.dealer could not determine the cause..please provide further information.
Battery acid wasleaking onto front right brake line and on high pressure air conditioner hose, causing loss of brakes and electrical system.please give any further details.
When the brakes are applied they grind . Also,driver experiences extended stopping distance.manufacturer has been notified.
A 4-wheel drive,abs braking engages unexpectedly and won't return to normal, causing extended stopping distance whichmayresult in a crash. Dealer could determine cause.abs emgages intermittently and the vehicle jerks when brake is applied.abs also does not disengage when stopping on dry pavement.
When applying the brakespedal seems very soft, andvehicle takes longer to stop. This happens everytime the brakes are applied. Owner also replaced the front brakes, at 19,000 miles, and problem still exists.
The brake pedal buzzes and requires significant additional pedal pressure after the brakes are applied and the vehicle reaches slow speed.the problem is most likely the anti-lock braking system activating as the vehicle comes to a stop.this problem presents a safety hazard because the vehicle requres additional distance to stop.of special concern is the danger to pedestrians, parking attendants and others who are likely to enter, or already be in, the vehicle's path as it comes to a stop.these people, who may be between the stopping vehicle and other parked vehicles,would be expecting the vehicle to stop in the usual manner and would be unaware that driver is wrestling the vehicle to a stop.the problem was originally intermittent.the vehicle was taken to the dealer who was advised by gm to clean the abs wheel position sensors.this caused the problem to become much worse and now occurs every time the vehicle is brought to a stop. I live about one hour outside washington dc and would be happy to bring the vehicle to nhtsa for inspection or test by nhtsa personnel.this would provide the oportunity for nhtsa staff to better understand the nature of the problem which is difficult to adequately describe in this text.from first hand inspection and/or testing nhtsa staff could best determine the level of risk presented by this problem and also it may assist them with deceiphering the nature of similar brake related complains. Please call me at the numbers listed on this form if you would like me to bring the vehicle to you.additional information related to this problem:the abs brake light is not lit and does not light when the brake pedal "buzzing" occurs.i understand this to indicate that there are no malfunctions detected with the abs braking system and that this would be consistent with a wheel position sensor problem that could cause the abs system to operate as if the vehicle were in a skid.
Brakes do not stop the vehicle properly.
Consumertried to apply brakes and found she had none. No accident/noinjuries.
The front brakes are not big enough to stop the truck. The brakes will only last 15000 miles. That is a good indication that they are not big enough to stop the truck. I think something needs to be done about this defect.thank you.
When applying the brakespedal seems very soft, andvehicle takes longer to stop. This happens everytime the brakes are applied. Owner also replaced the front brakes, at 19,000 miles, and problem still exists.
Both front disc pads were replaced the left front totally disintegrated and the right front pad had only a minimal thickness left.both front discs had some scoring and both were turned to smooth them out. Vehicle is a 1/2 ton gmc suburban and has never been used to tow.dealer replaced the discs and turned rotor at no cost stating that it wasn't a warrenty problem but that he wanted to maintain good will between me and the dealership.
Both front disc pads were replaced the left front totally disintegrated and the right front pad had only a minimal thickness left.both front discs had some scoring and both were turned to smooth them out. Vehicle is a 1/2 ton gmc suburban and has never been used to tow.dealer replaced the discs and turned rotor at no cost stating that it wasn't a warrenty problem but that he wanted to maintain good will between me and the dealership.
The front brake pads wear out prematurely. The pads have been replaced at owner's expense. Please provide any furhter details.
While applying the brake pedal the brakes failed.consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and pulled over.consumer inspected the vehicle and noticed that the rotorsneeded to be replaced due to corrosion.this information was provided helen's boy friend erick wunk.front passenger brake rotor separated from lug bolt hub.drivers side rotter also ready to separate. Gmc recalled this part but not for the serial number of the consumers vehicle.consumer replaced parts at his own expense.consumer states that if this incident happened while driving at a high rate of speed he would have loss control of the vehicle.*tc
Consumer request for reimbursement of repairs on gmc 1998 suburban.the consumer learned of a recall regarding the rotors, however the dealer informed the consumer the recall was only for c type trucks not kand the only difference being a c is a two wheel drive and the k type isfour-wheel drive.
Continued problems with the rear brake assembly which culminates with a complete set of rear drums to be replaced at 3 to 4000 mile intervals.dealer has been very helpful trouble-shooting this problem and believes that the axle flange that receives the drum is to small, allowing the drum to float when brake pressure is applied.this causes severe vibrations from the rear brake assembly which is similiar to a pulsing sensation only more severe.upon instructions from gm, the dealer ordered new axles and drums but it was discovered that the replacement drums fit on the new axle flange the same, having approximately 1/4 inch of space between the drum and the flange.on 09/13/00 a gm engineer inspected the vehicle at the dealer, and determined that the rear drums need to be replaced, a new and improved brake shoe assembly installed along with a front to rear proportioning valve is to be installed.at this time i am just waiting for these componants to be installed and am at the mercy of gm.i appreciate the dealers fortitude in resolving this problem and have not pursued any lemon law actions until this point.a safety concern for me is how this pulsing of the rear brake system interacts with the vehicle's handling during operation on wet roads.with brisk and firm applications of the brakes, the rear wheels will momentarily lock up causing an unsettling of the vehicle.i have lost control of the vehicle once because of this but fortunately did not hit anything.my wife and i are now extremely careful when operating during wet conditions but feel that we are at gm's mercy.please call me if you have any further questions.thomas dowling
Rear brake drums failed on three occasions. The main brake seal failed once.
Steering gear box broken internally. Weak power steering pump. Leak in braking system at axle seal. Brake pads worn out prematurely. Vehicle pulls to left when brakes applied. Left, rear seat belt would not extend after retracting. Short circuit in wiring harness under hood - harness length too short caused inability to start vehicle.
While driving and when turning steering wheel jerks in the same direction.
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
This concerns nhtsa action number : ea99011.i had a steering module that failed.prior to replacement of the module, the steering wheel would periodically jerk as if to increase the rate of turn significantly when i was in a turn, either left or right.after replacement of this module at the gmc dealership (at about 50,000 miles, as i recall), the jerking instantly stopped.i now have about 111,000 miles, and the same jerking has begun again (at about 100,000 miles) from time to time.if a driver unfamiliar to the propensity to jerk in turns was driving, i could definitely see where the unexpected jerking may cause them to lose control.the latest jerking comes and goes and is not very consistent from week to week yet.when it gets more consistent, i will ask the dealership to replace the module.i don't presently recall for sure, but i think i may have paid for having the sensor module replaced the first time.the incident date below is an estimate, since i don't have my records of the first steering module replacement with me as i am filling out this form.also, the purchase date was in january, 2000, but i don't recall the exact purchase date and don't have my purchase records with me.
Steering gear box broken internally. Weak power steering pump. Leak in braking system at axle seal. Brake pads worn out prematurely. Vehicle pulls to left when brakes applied. Left, rear seat belt would not extend after retracting. Short circuit in wiring harness under hood - harness length too short caused inability to start vehicle.
Vehicle suddenly will veer right or left when turning wheel slightly at road speed.seems to be a surge in power steering unit.gmc says they have issued a bulletin on this safety defect to all dealer service managers.car must be taken to a dealer and repairspaid by customer if out of warranty.see my letter dated july 7, 2001 to coury buick, mesa, az, 85206.
Steering speed sensor intermitantly failed causing unpredictable steering movement when making right turns at speed. Steering power assist would suddenly change resulting in sudden veer of vehicle. Couple of "near misses" when pulling trailers and entering freeway. Vehicle has been repaired and problem resolved.
Power steering frequently goes out becausefluid constantlyleaks. Dealer has examined it and found a defective seal ingear box.problem comes andgoes.
Steering gear box broken internally. Weak power steering pump. Leak in braking system at axle seal. Brake pads worn out prematurely. Vehicle pulls to left when brakes applied. Left, rear seat belt would not extend after retracting. Short circuit in wiring harness under hood - harness length too short caused inability to start vehicle.
Water leaked inside the vehicle, also there was a mold problem, the dealer tried to remedy problem by spraying a chemical inside the vehicle, however the odor was still there, the rear transfer case and door lock was replaced, and the front shoulder belt was readjusted. Ts
The locking mechanism locks, making it impossible to close the door.
The locking mechanism locks, making it impossible to close the door.
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
Front suspension failed, due to missing component which was replaced by dearler.
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
The tires that failed the first time had been replaced with the same firestone steeltex at tires.these new tires are a year old and already are falling apart and all cracked.i want firestone to recall these tires before i get into another accident. (tiresize: 16)( dot number: tire size: 16 )
When making any kind of turn between 90 degrees or smaller the front wheels lock up.dealer stated that thiswas normal condition when driving in 4- wheel drive. Owner was driving in 2- wheel drive at the time. The suburban is being repaired by dealership.steering repaired, but vehicle still vibrates while driving on highway, dealer says that it is because tires need to be replaced.owner believes tires should last longer than 21,000 miles. *ml
Vehicle 1998 gmc suburban: when driving on the highway at 65-70 mph onerear firestone steeltex radial tire blew out, causing loss of vehicle control/ collision whichresulted in one fatality. Tire size r4slt245/75r16,dot number v611b1a377.
While traveling 75mph tread came offleft front tire. Had no warning or vibration of vehicle.weather was 95%.rim dug intoconcrete. Did not lose control of vehicle. Finally,pulled over & stopped. Checked & changedtire with the spare.tire had disintergrated.tire size is 245/75r16.
Pe00020; original equipment on a gmc, suburban 1998,vn1183a447, sp842ka14l, vn1183a447, vn1183a447size- l226575r16. Consumer noticed a crack going all the way around the whole tire.while on vacation took vehicle to a dealer, and dealer told consumer not to drivevehicle. Firestone wilderness at l226/75/r16 *mw
Pe-00-020; original equipment on a1998, gmc suburban, tire size lt24575r16.tires have 40 thousand miles on them.when driving on a two way highway at 60 mph right rear tire outer rubber separated fromtire, tire stayed inflated, rubber wrapped aroundheater hose, causingfluid to leak, resulting in vehicle overheating.consumer has replaced all four tires with another brand.
Consumernoticed crackson all four tires inside and outside.tireswere not part of recall.
The leaking tire valve steam caused the tire to go flat resulting in loss control of the vehicle.yh
While sitting.. Standing still.. Parked.. The spare tire in the rear of the suburban exploded.. I discovered this several days later.. The explosion caused approximately $650 in damage.. Not including the cost of the tire itself.. I contacted b.f. Goodrich and was assigned a claim number .. A case number.. 2983357.. I submitted informationtto b.f. Goodrich with no reply at this time..
Rollback of odometer equipment in 1998 gmc suburban.*mr
The ses light would illuminate intermittently , this would happen when the weather was cold and would last from 10 days to several weeks, to date the dealer has not been able to correct the problem, possibly related to engine or indicator light failure. Nlm
Nar 04/28/2003.mrthe consumer experienced problems with his vehicle.the vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative.the fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.
Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing the driver views. Dealer sorry there is no recall on this vehicle.
While driving 60 mph smelled smoke. Then, saw fire coming from driver's door panel. Stopped and put out fire, consumer stated it appeared fire started at mirror adjuster on door panel. No electrical component was used prior to fire.
The windshield wipers experienced the same defect as stated in recall 03 v 159 000. *nlm ph
Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing the driver's view. Dealer stated there is not recall on this vehicle. A recall has been issued on similar makes and models, however this vehicle is not included due to the vin#. Please provide further information. *ph
Windshield wipers work intermittently. When they do not work, the wipers and the windshield fluid motor don't work at all. There is a recall for this exact same problem for suburban 1994-1997. Normally they will work when you first start the car, but then go out after about 10 minutes, and fail to work the rest of the day.*ph
Consumer states windshield wipers work intermittently during use. Dealer has been contacted.
Windshield wipers come on and off intermittently while traveling in inclement weather.cause of failure is undetermined at this time.
While driving at various speeds vehicle stalled withoutwarning. Dealer had not been able to duplicate the problem. Also, windshield wipers worked intermittently.
I own a 1998 gmc suburban. The wiper motor on this vehicle is defective. There is a recall (# 03v159000) on the 1997 wiper motors......but not on the 1998 even though the design and wiper motor are the same. During a recent rainstorm the wiper motor become completely unresponsive while driving at highway speed. The motor makes the same "buzzing" sound that gm technicians refer to for other gm vehicle years. Clearly, this is the same issue. I would like to have the recall re-evaluated or at a minimum include the 1998 models. *nlm
While driving in rainy weather conditionswindshield wipers become inoperable. Cause unknown.please give any further details.
Windsheild wipers don't work properly when set to intermittent.they work fine when set to low or high speed.
While driving in a rainstorm windshield wipers failed.
Wiper motor/electrical problem on my 1998 gmc suburban.gmc has had to recall earlier models, and i have the same problem on my 1998.why was it not also recalled? *nlm
Winshield wipers do not work.contaced dealer and manufacturer.
Windshield wipers work intermittently. When they do not work, the wipers and the windshield fluid motor don't work at all. There is a recall for this exact same problem for suburban 1994-1997. Normally they will work when you first start the car, but then go out after about 10 minutes, and fail to work the rest of the day.*ph
I own a 1998 chevrolet suburban.the wiper motor on this vehicle is defective.there is a recall (# 03v159000) on the 1997 wiper motors......but not on the 1998 even though the design and wiper motor are the same.during a recent rainstorm my wiper motor become completely unresponsive in mid swipe @ 65 mph on i 40.i would like to have the recall re-evaluated or at a minimum include the 1998 models.my vin is [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Consumer disappointed with the lack of recalls on the defective windshield wiper circuit board on his 1998 gmc suburban. Artemis down until july,05 aaethe consumer recently heard about recall of several vehicle which have the same wiper component.the wipers failed while driving in a rain storm at 70 mph.
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