General Motors Corp. is recalling 4 million 2000-2004 model-year full-size pickup trucks to replace tailgate support cables that may corrode and fracture.
The recall involves certain 2000-2004 Chevrolet Silverado’s and GMC Sierra’s built between October 1999 and October 2003. Also, some 2002-04 Chevrolet Avalanche and Cadillac Escalade EXT trucks built between March 2001 and October 2003 are being recalled.
There have been reports of 134 minor injuries related to this condition but no crashes or fatalities.
The automaker said due to the large number of vehicles involved in this recall, the replacement cables will not be available immediately, so the notification and repair process will occur in phases. For now GM advises all owners to avoid applying direct loads to the tailgate until the cables can be inspected and, if necessary, replaced.
During the third quarter of this year, GM will begin notifying the first round of owners of the vehicles involved in this recall.
Replacement of the support cables will be performed at no cost to the customers, GM said. If an owner experiences a fracture of the tailgate support cables, the customer should contact the dealer to arrange for service as soon as possible.
(via General Motors)
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I’m haveing the same brake problem as everyone else. I bought a 2000 4×4 in Jan. ‘05 and didn’t have any problems until a couple of months later. Now it stops pretty much when it wants to. I’ve been to the local dealer and spent $40 bucks for him to say there is no recall and the problem is the right front hub. I’m trying to figure out what the hub has to do with the breaks locking up. Until there is a recall guess I’ll pull the fuse and see if that helps.
1997 S-10 2.2 5 speed. Piston slap and tranny clash since new. Clutch cover stopped working at 60K but disc still had 60% remaining. Gas gauge became erratic and would reset with cycling of ign. sw. but now failed. 2002 S-Blazer–bad circuit to RH brake lamp traced to underdash problem. Not in VIN breakpoint for recall, too new? 1997 Blazer, front spring sag, horrible ride, squeaks, eats front pads. Also, S vehicles eat door hinge pin bushings and the hinges thenselves prematurely. You folks have these problems? I am going into depression, as I’m a commuter,i.e. 104 miles a day….
1998 Chevy Blazer – wiper problems? Just replaced the wiper motor circuit module, part was $102.61 – labor was $30.00. Wipers work like a dream! Can’t wait for GM to fix it; will save my receipt and wait for a recall (yeah, right!).
my 96 Blazer Abs system,allows to much braking distance to occur during wet weather, which could result in a crash should the driver be unaware this defect may be present.If anyone knows anything about this or how the correction is made or if the dealerships are paying for this recall please e-mail me.
2000 1500 silverado stuck in 4 wheel drive
2001 silverado, Sept 25, 2005. I pulled into a parking spot at my local video store. I applied the brakes and watched in horror as the truck kept rolling forward at about 3mph, my entire family screaming as the truck rolled up over the sidewalk and into the wall of the video store. Thankfully no one was on the side walk at the time. The store was not damaged other than a few tapes knocked off the wall, and the only damage to the truck was a dent in the bumper.
I called my Chevrolet dealer the next day and was informed it could be November before gm begins sending out the letters on this recall. So I contacted Chevrolet customer assistance. After detailing my crash to the rep I was informed that just that day gm had released the information to begin recalling these trucks and that mine was on the list. The rep put me on hold and contacted my dealer to give him the necessasary info, within minutes the rep said that the dealer would be contacting me to get the truck for the abs recall and by the way we will take care of the bumper too. THEIR WORDS!!
The next day when the dealer had not called me I called him and was told that the abs parts have to be ordered and he would get a hold of me when he gets them. When I asked about the bumper, he said that would have to come from gm headquarters , that the rep could not offer that to me.
Another call to the customer service rep found the story is now changed I would have to file an incident report with questions; do you have any physical disabillities? who is your insurance agent and carrier? Another case of gm not showing any responsibility for their mistakes. I am with the rest of you after 31 years of nothing but gm products its time to shop elsewhere. Does ford have a good truck?
Me again… I just received a phone call from a real person at GM headquarters. “I sympathize with your problems with the wipers on your Blazer, but unfortunately since there is no official recall for that year there is nothing we can do.” Same story, different day. I asked her WHY did she even call, since I had been e-mailed this information?! Her response…”to be sure you had the most up-to-date information.” Joke! I told her flat out I was disgusted with GM and their corporate crap related to standing behind their “rocks” (yeah, built like a rock alright!) and not listening to consumer complaints. I told her I filed a complaint with the NHTSA and that I encourage everyone out there to do the same. She says… “that is the correct way to go about this situation as the NHTSA is the place to generate recalls and investigations.” Now there, that is right out of the horses mouth. Please, please, it’s great that we all can come on-line and see and hear others’ complaints, but in order to effectively get GM to stand up and take responsibility, you have to play by their governing rules. Go to https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/ivoq/Consumer.cfm. It’s a secure website. File a complaint! It is extremely apparent that they will not “move” without the feds behind them and force a recall. In the meantime, get your wipers fixed. It’s relatively inexpensive… my wiper circuit board was just over $100 with $30 labor. Everyone needs wipers! Best of luck to all us owners of the ‘98 Blazers. Pray for the recall!
Help! Why do dealerships seem to over charge! I had my front differtial serviced, Transfer Case Flushed, Coolant Flushed, A/C evaporateor core serviced (didn’t ask for), intake throttle body service and fuel rail induction service (didn’t ask for) and was charged $700! Someone tell me what all of that is and how much it should cost. They couldn’t give me a price sheet for these services and they have some generic Service Package menu based on miles, but the highest costing service package is $429! The service rep couldn’t explain it straight. He danced around my questions and could only give me estimates. $90 and hour is what they charge for labor he told me!
I have a 2001 Silverado now. I had a 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee that I bought in 99. I had all kinds of electrical problems with it and swore after spending thousands at three dealerships (Chrysler/Jeep) in three different states to fix it. It was never resolved. Then I found an honest independent mechanic that fixed my problem for $75 after spending thousands previously. Why are dealerships so dishonest and overcharge a ton. After this chevy dealership pulled one over on me. Sadly I can’t go American anymore. To dishonest.
I am working on a 2000 6 Cyl. Chevy 1500. The owner of the veicle ran it out of fuel (fuel guage fails to work) and coasted half a mile to my shop. We put about ten gallons of gas in the tank but it still wouldn’t fire. We sprayed fuel down the throdl body and it fires right up. It’s getting plenty of fuel and pressure in the lines but the ingectors won’t open. we dissconected the battery for a couple of hours to reset the computer but still it doesn’t work. We bought a fuel relay but we can’t find where it goes. I’ll tell you what, I’m about ready to put a holly card on it and call it fixed. EFI is JUNK. I need HELP.
i have a 2001 silverado.a/c compressor has been change once but now i have a auto trans problem.Making a rubbing metal noise and also slippping 2nd to 3rd.i got my recall for the tail gail straps.U think a bigger tire could cause that??? go TN VOLS!!!!
I have a 1993 chev. 1/2 ton pick up.The truck only has 80,000 miles on it. The wiper motor seems as though it is gone. Was or is there a recall on this?
I, too, have had my fill with GM products. I should have known with the large discount I received it was too good to be true. I have a 2003 S-10 and 2003 SIlverado. THe silverado has been in several times for the brakes. You have to push them to the floor before it will stop and then you wonder if they will. If you are towing a trailer or recreation vehicle behind you it really is scary. Now the intermediate shaft in the steering column is making noise. We have been to dealer twice only to be told that there is no recall. When Itried to report to GM when I was dealing with the problems with my truck I was told I needed to call back and have a separate number issued. I al really impressed with their customer service. NOT!
My S10 is a standard shift and I lost the transmission after 1800 miles which was replaced free of charge since I was still under warranty. At 30000 miles I starting have ABS sensor problem and when you hit the brakes it would pull the truck to the right. I had serious issues with this since my 17 year old son was also driving the truck. When I took it to dealer they said the brake pads needed replaced and my drums needed turned. About $600.00. I said I didn’t think so and had the brake pads replaced at $120.00 only to have the unit start doing the same thing. I mioght mention I told the dealership what the problem was. I called GM and they called the dealership. The dealership was suppose to call me also. Hah! I finally called the dealership and they told me I needed to have diagnostics run on it. I explained I wasn’t putting anymore money into vehicle and they agreed to do for what I already paid. Guess what it was exactly what I told it was the wheel sensor unit. Right before I was to take my vehicle in for the wheel sensor unit my air conditioning went out. Like the night before my appointment. I was told it would cost me $600.00 because the unit was out of warranty by this time. I have gone without air conditioning all summer. I know about about planned obsolscence but after two years and 60 thousand miles this is a bit much. Now my universal joints, clutch or transmission is making a funny noise. I believe I have a lemon vehicle and I am very frustrated in having to deal with a giant who knowingly makes shoddy goods, screws their people out of rightful benefits and continues to sell vehicles at outrageous prices. I will never ever buy another GM product!
I own a 1999 GMC Sierra and I to had to replace my tailgate cables a $94.00 bill, my gas gauge dances constantly or just stays on emty with gas gauge always on, I get a vibration at 48Km/hr and it goes away at about 56m/hr. I aslo have a HUMMING noise coming from the rear end. Does anybody know of any lls for this Poece of SHIT. ALSO TRUCK FOR SALE
Count me in for a 98 Blazer with wiper problems. Mine went out yesterday, during the first rain storm of the California season. Fortunately, I was only about two miles from home and already off of the 5 freeway. Thanks for the information on where to e-mail with my complaints.
I have a 2000 chevy 1500 LS which has a vibration between 65-70, balanced and tires replaced still there dealer won’t talk to me on this problem. Any one else have this problem?
Add me to the rapidly growing list of disgruntled Chevy owners. I have a 1998 Blazer with 79,000 mi. I have replaced: Wiper control card,RF hub assy,RF axle assy,Lower ball joints(TWICE),Idler arm,catalytic converter,Belt tensioner,Fuel pump module,Rear metal brake line(CORROSION),Complete differential rebuild,LR brake caliper & rotor,Seat release lever,Remote mirror cable,Remote oil line & now the LF hub assy and axle assy needs to be replaced also,my brakes are locking(LFwheel)at slow speed and sometimes without being applied. What a LEMON!!WILL IT NEVER END?
GMC Sierra 2000 Ext. Cab Pickup – Faulty Fuel Gauge readings, friend of mine with identical truck/engine, only a Chevy, has same problem. Dealers want around $700 – could be a mounting bolt in firewall?, sensor, or from sulfur in gas … why no recall yet? GM Cust. Service contacted me said to get a record of it at local dealer – could be recall if enough people complain.
My 97 Silverado is also having the same issues with the wiper motor and ABS. I cleaned off the front ABS sensors and that helped out a bit, but does anyone know where the rear ABS sensors are? let me know thanks.. and oh yeah I filled a complaint also already…
I own a 2000 Silverado 1500 4×4 and just had the ABS speed senso recall work done. I too have the problem with my fuel gauge sensor jumping from full to empty constantly when I have a full tank. Once I get to 1/4 full it seems to slow down quite abit. I also have the vibration in the rear at 65-70 MPH. Along with the INT steering shaft making the noise during turns. The INT steering shaft work runs $357 at my dealer. Hopeing for the recall on that.
Hey T.Seipel(8/17/05),
I would like to point out that I am having the same (secondary air pump in the emissions system) problem with my ‘01, S-10, ZR-2. The first time when the engine light came on the dealership told me it was because my gas cap was loose (feeling awfully stupid, I didn’t force them to run diagnostics on it until a month later when the light still had not turned off). Unfortunately, that cost me about $600 to replace, and then it went again within their petty 12,000 mile warranty and GM covered the cost. At this time, I was told that the pump “must have been submerged”. Considering that I had only driven in a maximum of 5-6″ of water, I don’t see how that was possible if the truck sits on 31″ tires. They told me if it happened again they would not cover it (and I said “we’ll see about that when the time comes”) So here I am one year later(just over the warranty) and it has failed again, and as luck would have it, I’m due for emissions testing. Anyone else out there having similar problems with your ‘01, 4.3 L, V6 and the secondary air pump???
And all you out there with wheel speed sensor and bearing/hub problems, I have that too. I have a whole christmas tree of warning lights on my dashboard.
The windshield wipers on my 1998 GMC Sierra worked fine for the first 5 years but during the past 2 years they work when they want to. We live in a desert area and do not use the wipers very often but now it is a crapshoot on their availability. I have noticed that if I turn the ignition off for a few minutes the wipers usually come on after restart. The last time at the dealers for routine maintenance I asked them to look at problem. They said they were too busy that day but to ask again during next maintenance. After reading comments from others, this next appointment should be interesting .
1997 Chevy Silverado Z-71 brakes go to the floor. Have invested over $1,200.00 to have them serviced at a GM service department with bad results. Brakes still to the floor. Intake gasket was culprit for miss in engine at cruise speed after GM service department charged over $250.00 for tune up parts and labor. Don’t know if the gasket work stopped themiss because can not drive the GM truck because it is unsafe to drive. Wouldn’t want to hit GM mechanic in parking lot due to unsafe brakes now would we? According to all of these postings, the GM people should know about these problems. Am I alone in this assumption? I hope the prior posting about dirty wheel sensors works. I am going to inform the GM mechanic about this simple fix. If it works or does not work I will place another posting to let others know about it. GM needs to own up to their problem before deaths occur. Am sure it has happened sometime/somewhere…later on
I was driving down the road in my 1992 gmc sonoma and my engine fell out and i ran over it and i coasted 10 miles with no engine….i left in on the side of the road and have not seen it since.
hey chevy or gmc people……. GET A damn FORD TRUCK. gm have way too many recalls and unsafe driving. if your engine fell out HAHAHA too bad cause its chevy or gmc. gm are junk. built chevy weak!!!!!!!! also gmc
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