Consumer Complaints
Vehicles / Chevrolet / Silverado 2500 / 1997
| Id | Vehicle Make | Vehicle Model | Model Year | Complaint Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 007120781 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Tl*the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet c2500. the contact heard a squealing noise when the steering wheel was turned. the mechanic stated that the |
| 006074974 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle was hard to steer at various speeds and suddenly pulled to the right causing the driver to lose control. the |
| 006062165 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Dt*: the contact stated the windshield wiper motor failed due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. the windshield wipers worked |
| 006060720 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Dt*: the contact stated the driver side door was difficult to close due to the latch. although the dealer was alerted, no appointment was made for |
| 005047601 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | 1997 k 2500 truck problem with engine stalling and surging will stall at high speeds and with hydro boost there are only 10 % braking power this has |
| 005047600 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | 1997 k 2500 truck problem with engine stalling and surging will stall at high speeds and with hydro boost there are only 10 % braking power this has |
| 005047599 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | 1997 k 2500 truck problem with engine stalling and surging will stall at high speeds and with hydro boost there are only 10 % braking power this has |
| 003006743 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | 1997 chevrolet 6.5 turbo diesel pickup. had failure of the electronic injection pump. this caused the truck to unexpectedly shut down at various |
| 004006037 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Turned the windshield wipers on and they only came up to the park position for intermittent operation. positioned the switch to low and high and the |
| 004287880 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | (1) ongoing (2) power steering suddenly goes to too much assist to normal assist, especially in left hand turn (3) dealership says its "evo" sensor, |
| 004268488 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While starting up the vehicle it would not start at all. consumer had vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic replaced the fuel |
| 004264396 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While driving in inclement weather windshield wipers came on and went off on their own. this caused poor visibility for the driver. consumer was |
| 004255716 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Power steering problem identical to known defects affecting gm cars. i have identical symptoms regarding sudden rotation of the steering wheel in a |
| 003246086 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | I own two 1997 chevy diesel vehicles. one in a ck3500 and the other is a k2500 suburban, both are currently not running. they both are demonstrating |
| 003234309 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Consumer is having the same problem as mentioned in recall on windshield wipers. recall number unknown. dealer would not repair because the vin was |
| 003221464 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While driving, the spare tire fell off due to the cable breaking off. dealer notified. *ak the problem could be the valve stem on the tire which |
| 0000209176 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | THE DRIVER'S SEAT COLLAPSED. *JB |
| 000205490 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Windshield wiper motor failed at night, in heavy rain causing loss of visibility. i pulled over and manually moved wiper blade to restart wipers. |
| 998194658 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While in motion and in a slow turn the amount of force required to turn the steering wheel changes, resulting in sudden and abrupt movements. this |
| 0000173070 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Using windshield wipers, they will work for a couple of minutes, then stop functioning completely, resulting in a visual problem. *ak consumer had |
| 0000173069 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Using windshield wipers, they will work for a couple of minutes, then stop functioning completely, resulting in a visual problem. *ak consumer had |
| 001169239 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Brake pedal goes half way down. took vehicle to dealer, had brakes repaired. dealer indicated there was not enough adjustment to keep brake pedal |
| 998146783 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | FRONT ROTORS WARPED AT 38000 MILES. HAD THEM TURNED AND REPLACED.*AK |
| 997109485 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | After two months had to have rotors changed. when pressing brakes front end shutters and rotors are warping. if in an emergency, truck will not |
| 0000106681 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | When the brakes are applied they lock up and skid, resulting in extended stopping distance, causing a collision. ther e were no injuries, but one |
| 001103355 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Upon coming to a rolling stop, under dry road conditions, the anti-lock brakes over compensate, make an 'electronic groan', and stiffen. this causes |
| 000057905 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Suffered serious finger wound and subsequent bacterial infection due to mechanism crushing said finger. dealer had assured that all recalls were |
| 000038009 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | The windshield wipers fail intermittently. when i was driving on the interstate highway in a blinding rain storm, they stopped working with the |
| 0000173071 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Using windshield wipers, they will work for a couple of minutes, then stop functioning completely, resulting in a visual problem. *ak consumer had |
| 997146940 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Braking system malfunctioned when driving over anything that caused the axle to move. also, extended stopping distance. please provide further |
| 999137324 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While driving 50mph, stopped, applied brakes and pedal went to floor, resulting in extended stopping distance . abs did not kick in. dealer contacted |
| 997124395 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While braking vehicle hit a bump. lost braking power. vehicle stopped 1/10 mile further. took to dealer & mechanic called manufacturer. they |
| 997123720 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Whenever the abs brakes are applied, they feel very hard; also, make noise when applied. vehicle would stop 1 car length further. happened 5 times. it |
| 998123563 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While driving the rear spindle came out of line, causing the rear end to snap, resulting in loss of control. also, when making a turn the rear |
| 998123562 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While driving the rear spindle came out of line, causing the rear end to snap, resulting in loss of control. also, when making a turn the rear |
| 997122542 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Consumer's mother and father were leaving a parking lot when their brakes failed. their truck drifted out into traffic that was going approx. 55-60mph |
| 0000118919 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | About every 10,000 in the last 3 years brakes rotors/ calipers and pads need to be replaced which causes extended stopping distance and could result |
| 997095162 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | We took delivery of our new ordered pickup on 3/21/97. from the first day we experieced front wheel lockup and skidding of our front tires, it also |
| 998075075 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Subj: 1997 chev. k2500 p/u lemon date: 10/22/98 10:56:25 pm eastern daylight time from: tbarrob1 to: [xxx] hi, i was |
| 997049110 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | DRIVE TRAIN VIBRATES OVER 45 MPH. |
| 0000047400 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | DURING DUST STORMS VENTS ALLOW SAND AND DEBRIS TO ENTER VEHICLE, EVEN WHEN THEY ARE CLOSED. |
| 997043639 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | BRAKES FAILED, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT, DUE TO SENSOR FAILURE. |
| 997040899 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | BRAKE PEDAL IS HARD WHEN APPLIED. |
| 0000209656 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | THE DRIVER'S SEAT COLLAPSED. *JB |
| 000205969 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Windshield wiper motor failed at night, in heavy rain causing loss of visibility. i pulled over and manually moved wiper blade to restart wipers. |
| 998195123 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While in motion and in a slow turn the amount of force required to turn the steering wheel changes, resulting in sudden and abrupt movements. this |
| 002181628 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | When driving 60 mph and coming off the ramp, the brakes were applied and the vehicle failed to stop and also made a loud noise. the pedal went to |
| 0000173081 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Using windshield wipers, they will work for a couple of minutes, then stop functioning completely, resulting in a visual problem. *ak consumer had |
| 0000173072 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Using windshield wipers, they will work for a couple of minutes, then stop functioning completely, resulting in a visual problem. *ak consumer had |
| 001169249 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Brake pedal goes half way down. took vehicle to dealer, had brakes repaired. dealer indicated there was not enough adjustment to keep brake pedal |
| 0000142434 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Water gets under carpet where airbag sensor is located, causing light to be illuminated while vehicle is in motion. the dealer has baan notified |
| 0000125868 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While driving consumer tried to make a sudden stop, pressed the brake pedal to the floorboard and the vehicle continued to travel, then slowly came to |
| 0000123250 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | ABS BRAKES; INTERMITTENTLY, WHEN APPLYING BRAKES, THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL LOCKS UP. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK |
| 000112355 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Windshield wipers became inoperable, obstructing the view of the driver. a recall has been issued on vehicle's make/models. however this vehicle was |
| 997109492 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | After two months had to have rotors changed. when pressing brakes front end shutters and rotors are warping. if in an emergency, truck will not |
| 0000106688 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | When the brakes are applied they lock up and skid, resulting in extended stopping distance, causing a collision. ther e were no injuries, but one |
| 001082959 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | COVERTER COMPLETLY FAILED. *AK |
| 000045074 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | My wife was driving the truck and the left rear tire fell apart. the tread separated from the tire and caused substantial damage to the truck. |
| 000038015 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | The windshield wipers fail intermittently. when i was driving on the interstate highway in a blinding rain storm, they stopped working with the |
| 0000031202 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK |
| 0000150563 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | WHEN DRIVING UNDER WET CONDITIONS BRAKES LOCK UP, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SLIDE WHEN THEY ARE APPLIED. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK |
| 998146790 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | FRONT ROTORS WARPED AT 38000 MILES. HAD THEM TURNED AND REPLACED.*AK |
| 0000146309 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While driving at 35 mph and without prior warning vehicle lost power steering when making a left or right turn, the vehicle would go into the next |
| 0000146289 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While driving at 35 mph and without prior warning vehicle lost power steering when making a left or right turn, the vehicle would go into the next |
| 998136660 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | At 40,000 miles fuel gauge stopped operating, unable to determine amount of fuel in tank; dealer notified, and informed consumer that the part was |
| 998133899 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Whenever making a turn, steering wheel feels like it's free wheeling. would lose control of vehicle when it happens. mainly occurs when making right |
| 0000131404 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | WHILE MAKING A SUDDEN STOP AND APPLYING THE BRAKES THE VEHICLE WOULD SHOW EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK |
| 0000131387 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | WHILE MAKING A SUDDEN STOP AND APPLYING THE BRAKES THE VEHICLE WOULD SHOW EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK |
| 0000125885 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While driving consumer tried to make a sudden stop, pressed the brake pedal to the floorboard and the vehicle continued to travel, then slowly came to |
| 997124411 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While braking vehicle hit a bump. lost braking power. vehicle stopped 1/10 mile further. took to dealer & mechanic called manufacturer. they |
| 998123579 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While driving the rear spindle came out of line, causing the rear end to snap, resulting in loss of control. also, when making a turn the rear |
| 998123578 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | While driving the rear spindle came out of line, causing the rear end to snap, resulting in loss of control. also, when making a turn the rear |
| 997122558 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Consumer's mother and father were leaving a parking lot when their brakes failed. their truck drifted out into traffic that was going approx. 55-60mph |
| 997118921 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Upon depressing the brake pedal, consumer noticed pulstation in the brake pedal, pedal traveled to the floorboard, resulting in extended stopping |
| 997118920 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Upon depressing the brake pedal, consumer noticed pulstation in the brake pedal, pedal traveled to the floorboard, resulting in extended stopping |
| 996107618 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT LATCH BROKE UPON REACHING 50 MILES, AT 1250 MILES PASSENGER'S SIDE LATCH BROKE, CAUSING THE SEAT TO MOVE BACK AND FORTH. *AK |
| 996107606 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT LATCH BROKE UPON REACHING 50 MILES, AT 1250 MILES PASSENGER'S SIDE LATCH BROKE, CAUSING THE SEAT TO MOVE BACK AND FORTH. *AK |
| 999091364 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Brake pedal sank completely to floor and remained at floor for approximately 0.5 to 1 second before brake system began operation and pedal began to |
| 999091353 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | Brake pedal sank completely to floor and remained at floor for approximately 0.5 to 1 second before brake system began operation and pedal began to |
| 997049118 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | DRIVE TRAIN VIBRATES OVER 45 MPH. |
| 997043647 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | BRAKES FAILED, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT, DUE TO SENSOR FAILURE. |
| 997040907 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | BRAKE PEDAL IS HARD WHEN APPLIED. |
| 0000031198 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK |
| 0000029208 | CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 1997 | VEHICLE DID NOT COME EQUIPPED WITH AN AIRBAG AS INDICATED BY STICKER ON WINDOW. |
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