Chevrolet Kodiak problems
The Chevrolet Kodiak and GMC TopKick are a range of medium-duty trucks that were produced by the Chevrolet and GMC divisions of General Motors from 1980 to 2009. Introduced as a variant of the medium-duty C/K truck line, three generations were produced. Slotted between the C/K trucks and the GMC Brigadier Class 8 conventional, the Kodiak/TopKick were developed as a basis for vocationally oriented trucks, including cargo haulers, dump trucks, and similar vehicles; on later generations, both cutaway and cowled-chassis variants were produced for bus use.
Following years of declining market share, General Motors (in line with Ford Motor Company) sought to exit heavy-truck manufacturing. After struggling to enter joint ventures or sell the rights to its product line, the company ended production of the Kodiak and TopKick in 2009. The final medium-duty truck, a GMC TopKick 5500, rolled out of Flint Truck Assembly on July 31, 2009.
For the 2019 model year, after a ten-year hiatus, General Motors re-entered the conventional medium-duty truck segment. Developed in a joint venture with Navistar International, the Chevrolet Silverado 4500/5500 is a Class 4–6 vehicle. Slightly smaller than the Kodiak/Topkick, the Silverado 4500/5500 is marketed exclusively as a Chevrolet (with no GMC counterpart).
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Chevrolet Kodiak model years
Common Chevrolet Kodiak problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Chevrolet Kodiak, common problems with this car include:
- Brake Wear: The brakes on the Chevrolet Kodiak are reported to last only around 15,000 miles. Premature brake wear can compromise braking efficiency and safety, necessitating frequent brake replacements.
- Rear-End Leaks: Another common problem with the Chevrolet Kodiak is rear-end leaks. These leaks can be indicative of issues with the differential or axle seals, potentially leading to lubricant loss and component damage.
- Electrical Problems in Dash: Owners have experienced electrical problems in the dashboard of the Chevrolet Kodiak. Electrical issues can manifest in various ways, affecting the functionality of critical systems like gauges, lights, and controls.
- Recalls for Transmission Problems: The Chevrolet Kodiak has been recalled multiple times for transmission problems, indicating potential widespread issues with the transmission system. Recalls are initiated to address safety or performance concerns identified by the manufacturer.
- Other Minor Issues: Apart from the major problems mentioned above, owners have reported various other minor issues with the Chevrolet Kodiak, although specifics are not listed. These minor problems could encompass a range of issues affecting different vehicle systems.
These common problems with the Chevrolet Kodiak highlight some of the challenges that owners may face with this vehicle, emphasizing the importance of regular maintenance and prompt attention to any emerging issues to ensure optimal performance and safety.
What engine is in the Chevy Kodiak?
6.6L Duramax V8
Powered by a 6.6L Duramax V8, the 4×4 used a 5-speed Allison 2000 series in 2005–2006 (replaced by a 6-speed Allison 2350 automatic) with a New Process 273C transfer case. All GMT560 4×4s came with a 5.13:1 rear axle ratio.
How much can a Kodiak C6500 tow?
| Engine Model | 7.8L | Chrome |
|---|---|---|
| Rear End Ratio | 3.55 | No |
| Axles | Single | Yes |
| FA Capacity | 10,000 lbs | Yes |
| RA Capacity | 19,000 lbs | 48,562 |
How many miles per gallon does a 2007 Chevy C5500 get?
Based on data from 4 vehicles, 821 fuel-ups and 170,801 miles of driving, the 2007 Chevrolet C5500 Kodiak gets a combined Avg MPG of 6.60 with a 0.10 MPG margin of error.
How much can a Kodiak truck tow?
| {{{Chevrolet}}} Kodiak C4500/C5500 | |
|---|---|
| GVWR, lb | 19,500 |
| GCWR, lb | 25,999 |
| Tow capacity, lb | 12,000 (rec), 15,000 (fifth/g'neck) |
| Fuel capacity, gal | 32, 40, 60 |
Percentage distribution of complaints by Chevrolet Kodiak years
We have researched Chevrolet problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Chevrolet Kodiak cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Chevrolet Kodiak model years:
- Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Chevrolet Kodiak 2004
- Chevrolet Kodiak 2005
- Chevrolet Kodiak 1994
- Chevrolet Kodiak 2006
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Chevrolet Kodiak model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Chevrolet Kodiak years
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Chevrolet Kodiak car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Chevrolet Kodiak , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Suspension problems
- Steering problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Chevrolet Kodiak vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by Kodiak model years
A total of 3 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by Kodiak model years
There were a total of 1 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by Kodiak model years
There were a total of 2 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 27 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Chevrolet Kodiak . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Chevrolet Kodiak vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Chevrolet Kodiak 2003
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-02
- Date Complaint: 2015-06-05
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHEVROLET KODIAK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS OIL LEAKING UNDER THE VEHICLE NEAR THE FUEL INJECTOR AND THE ENGINE AREA. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE OIL INJECTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 69,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
Chevrolet Kodiak 2005
- Date Of Incident: 2007-04-17
- Date Complaint: 2014-04-01
- VIN: 1GBE4C3235F
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET KODIAK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE FAILED TO LOCK WHEN ENGAGED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WOULD RELEASE INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 38,000. UPDATED 5/27/14*CN
Chevrolet Kodiak 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2008-01-28
- Date Complaint: 2013-10-16
- VIN: 16F422883GB
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET KODIAK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, A STRANGE NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE CALIPER BRACKETS HAD BECOME DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,000. UPDATED 11/19/13*LJ
Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Date Of Incident: 2010-03-26
- Date Complaint: 2010-04-08
- VIN: 1GBE4C1997F
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,PARKING BRAKE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 2007 C4500 KODIAK WITH DUMP BODY 1. EMERGENCY BRAKE FAILED TO HOLD TRUCK WHILE IN GEAR WITH MOTOR RUNNING: 2. FACTORY INSTALLED ELECTRIC (TRAILER BRAKE ) CONTROLLER FAILED, & TURNED ON & OFF AT RANDOM: 3. THE TRUCKS SERVICE BRAKES FAILED , WHILE TRYING TO STOP THE TRUCK, (THEN THE TRUCKS BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS & AUDIBLE ALARMS CAME ON, THEN THE ALARMS FAILED TO COME ON LATER THAT NIGHT,,, WHILE THE BRAKE PEDDLE WENT CLEAR TO THE FLOOR BOARDS: 4. THE GM (STOP LAMP SWITCH) WAS REPLACED (CODE) ( DTC # C0164 ) WITH PART NUMBER #(15128874) , (WHILE THE DEFECTIVE PART WAS NOT RETURNED TO ME FOR INSPECTION) 5. WHILE THIS (FEBRUARY 22ND, 2007 TECH. SERVICE BULLETIN) (((( #07-05-22-001: BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH INOPERATIVE, BRAKE WARNING BUZZER SOUNDING AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON))) DESCRIBED PROBLEMS WITH THE 2006 KODIAK C4500 THERE SHOULD HAVE BEEN A FACTORY RECALL DUE TO POSSIBLE BRAKE FAILURES, DUE TO WIRING THE SERVICE BRAKES TO THE ELECTRIC TRAILER BRAKES IN FACTORY AFTER MARKET INSTALLATIONS: 6. SINCE MY SERVICE BRAKES FAILED, MY BRAKE WARNING ALARMS FAILED LATER THAT NIGHT, MY EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS MIS ADJUSTED, & BY WIRING THE ELECTRONIC TRAILER BRAKES TO THE SERVICE BRAKE (STOP LAMP SWITCH), WHICH SHORTED OUT THIS CONNECTION,, BY DRAWING TOO MUCH CURRENT THRU THE STOP LAMP SWITCH: DID CAUSE A SITUATION OF TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE, WITH NO ALARMS: 7. THIS 2007 C4500 WITH ELECTRIC BRAKE CONTROLLER SHOULD BE RECALLED WITH A FACTORY DEALER INSPECTION, CONCERNING THE DEFECTIVE SERVICE BRAKE STOP LAMP SWITCH, & HOW THE ELECTRIC TRAILER BRAKE IS WIRED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, ACCORDING TO THE (2) OR MORE GM BRAKE SERVICE BULLETINS, BEFORE THIS TRUCK WAS SOLD (NEW) TO ME: THE DEFECTS IN THE BRAKE WARNING SYSTEM,.THE SERVICE BRAKES, THE ELECTRIC TRAILER BRAKES, & EMERGENCY BRAKE, HAVE CAUSED ME TO FILE A WASHINGTON STATE LEMON LAW CLAIM: *TR
Chevrolet Kodiak 2005
- Date Of Incident: 2008-05-01
- Date Complaint: 2009-01-14
- VIN: 1GBE4C1225F
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET KODIAK. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING ISSUES WITH THE EXHAUST BRAKES ON HIS VEHICLE. THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN REPLACED NUMEROUS TIMES OVER THE YEARS, BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTS. THE EXHAUST BRAKES HAVE BEEN SHUTTING OFF AT THE WRONG TIME. THE BRAKES ARE SUPPOSED TO SHUT OFF WHEN COMING TO A STOP OR TRAVELING 15 MPH; HOWEVER, THEY HAVE BEEN SHUTTING OFF WHILE TRAVELING 30-45 MPH. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE HAS NO BRAKING SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND REPAIR SHOPS APPROXIMATELY FOUR TIMES. DURING EACH VISIT, THE MECHANIC REPLACES DIFFERENT PARTS WITHIN THE EXHAUST BRAKING SYSTEM, BUT THEY HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO REPAIR THE FAILURE. SINCE THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY NOT UNDER WARRANTY, THE DEALER REFUSES TO REMEDY THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 14,000. THE FUEL GAUGE WAS INOPERATIVE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE FULE GAUGE PEGS OUT AND IS NOT ACCURATE. THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS INOPERATIVE. UPDATED 02/04/09. *JB
Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Date Of Incident: 2009-01-04
- Date Complaint: 2009-01-11
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Fire: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I HAD A BAD WRECK INVOLVING ME AND MY FORMER EMPLOYERS 2007 CHEVROLET KODIAK I FELL ASLEEP DRIVING AND FLIPPED THE VEHICLE TWICE AROUND A CURVE ON MY WAY HOME SUNDAY AND THE AIR-BAGS WHICH WERE MISSING DID NOT DEPLOY AND I COULD'VE BEEN KILLED EXCEPT I WAS BADLY INJURED PLUS FIRED WITHOUT ANY FORM OF INCOME WHILE HEALING! I WAS TERMINATED AFTER MY ACCIDENT SO VEHICLE VIN WILL BE IMPOSSIBLE FOR ME TO RECEIVE. *TR
Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Date Of Incident: 2007-05-13
- Date Complaint: 2008-04-10
- VIN: 1GBE4E3987F
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET KODIAK 4500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE FRONT AXLE SHAKES AND CAUSES THE PASSENGER SIDE TIRE TO WEAR FASTER. THE FAILURE OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT SERVICED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 18,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,000. UPDATED 4/25/08 *CN
Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Date Of Incident: 2007-12-28
- Date Complaint: 2008-03-04
- VIN: 1GBE4E1207F
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: IN REFERENCE TO COMPLAINT #10217562, THIS IS AN ADDENDUM. THE VEHICLE HAS SINCE BEEN TO AN ALIGNMENT FACILITY, AND IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS REPOSITIONED APPROXIMATELY 50 DEGREES OFF CENTER BY THE END MANUFACTURER---MONROE TRUCK EQUIPMENT. THIS DEVIATION FROM CENTER WAS SUBSEQUENTLY REPORTED BY US TO AN ENGINEER AT ZF LINKSYSTEM (THE MANUFACTURER OF THE STEERING GEAR), AND THEIR OPINION WAS THAT THE STEERING GEAR WAS NOT AT ITS OPTIMAL POSITION--THIS ADVERSELY AFFECTS STEERING "PLAY" AND THE RANGE OF STEERING LEFT OR RIGHT. UPON TESTING THE VEHICLE, IT WAS EVIDENT THAT THERE IS 1/2 GREATER TURN CAPABILITY TO THE LEFT, COMPARED TO THE RIGHT. (THERE WERE 2.5 TURNS LEFT OF CENTER IN THE STEERING, AND 2 TURNS TO THE RIGHT.) THE EFFECT ON TURN RADIUS HAS NOT YET BEEN DETERMINED. THE EXPERT CONSENSUS WAS THAT THE DRAG LINK SHOULD HAVE BEEN SHORTENED TO MAINTAIN THE ORIGINAL TURNING SPECIFICATION AND PERFORMANCE. THIS MAY BE THE INCITING FACTOR IN THE BUMP STEER COMPLAINT. IT MAY ALSO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE OPERATOR'S DIFFICULTY IN RECOVERING FROM SUCH A BUMP STEER EVENT. MONROE TRUCK EQUIPMENT DENIED THE ALIGNMENT AS PART OF THEIR WARRANTY OBLIGATION AND HAS DENIED THAT THEIR MODIFICATIONS HAVE HAD SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON THE VEHICLE'S STEERING. *TR
Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Date Of Incident: 2008-01-11
- Date Complaint: 2008-02-10
- VIN: 1GBE4E1207F
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I OWN A 2007 KODIAK PICKUP CONVERSION WITH HYDRAULIC BRAKES. AFTER A HEAVY RAIN, I NOTICED WATER COMING FROM THE AREA OF THE BRAKE ACTUATOR ROD AT THE FIREWALL. NO FAILURE HAS ENSUED, BUT I WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE IF THIS WAS A PRIMARY BRAKE PROBLEM OR A PROBLEM WITH THE WINDSHIELD SEAL. EVENTUALLY THE CORROSION OR MOISTURE IN THE PASSENGER FOOT WELL WILL CREATE A SAFETY PROBLEM. *TR
Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Date Of Incident: 2007-12-28
- Date Complaint: 2008-02-10
- VIN: 1GBE4E1207F
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I PICKED UP A NEW C4500 KODIAK PICK UP CONVERSION FROM MONROE TRUCK EQUIPMENTS FLINT LOCATION. IT WAS DELIVERED WITH MONROE'S SO-LOW SUSPENSION COMPONENTS AND A PICK-UP BED. IT HAD 0.7 MILES AT DELIVERY. IMMEDIATELY UPON ENTERING THE HIGHWAY, THE VEHICLE HAD A MODERATE TO SEVERE FRONT END VIBRATION--EVIDENT AT 46-50 MPH AND AGAIN-- WITH SEVERE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION-- AT THE POSTED HIGHWAY SPEED. IT HAD MODERATE BUMP STEER ISSUES WHEN ENCOUNTERING ROUGH ROADS MAKING IT EVEN HARDER TO CONTROL AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WILL DART ONE DIRECTION OR ANOTHER GOING OVER BRIDGE SEAMS OR WHEN ENCOUNTERING BUMPS. THE STEERING WHEEL WAS OFF-CENTER TOO, COMPLICATING THE ISSUES. HAVING NOT DRIVEN AN UN-MODIFIED KODIAK 4500, I CANNOT ATTEST TO THE SEVERITY OF THE BUMP STEER COMPARED TO THE BASE VEHICLE. I CALLED MONROE AND THEY CLAIMED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD A TEST-DRIVE BY THEIR TECHNICIANS BEFORE DELIVERY AND CHECKED-OUT OK. THEY SAID THAT THE STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT WAS THE MOST IMPORTANT FACTOR IN THE TEST-DRIVE. I INFORMED THEM OF THE MILEAGE AND SAID THAT THE TRUCK TRAVELED AN UNACCEPTABLE DISTANCE FOR A TEST DRIVE. I ALSO DO NOT SEE SIGNS OF AN ALIGNMENT AFTER THE SUSPENSION CONVERSION, AS THE STEERING WHEEL IS NOT CENTERED--OFF 25 DEGREES AND THE TIE-ROD BOLTS ARE UNTOUCHED. THIS IS A VERY HEAVY VEHICLE AND THE DRIVEABILTY IS UNACCEPTABLE AND DANGEROUS OVER ROUGH ROADS. *TR
Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Date Of Incident: 2007-12-28
- Date Complaint: 2008-02-10
- VIN: 1GBE4E1207F
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I TOOK DELIVERY OF A NEW C4500 KODIAK 169" WHEELBASE WITH 0.7 MILES AT MONROE TRUCK EQUIPMENTS FLINT LOCATION. IT WAS DUSK. UPON ENTERING THE HIGHWAY, I NOTICED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS WERE AIMED ONLY ABOUT 13 FEET IN FRONT OF THE CAB AND THAT THE LIGHTING WAS VERY DIM. I STOPPED AT THE FIRST REST-AREA TO FIND THAT THE DRIVERS HEADLIGHT (SEALED BEAM) WAS NOT FUNCTIONAL. I WAS FORCED TO COMPLETE MY JOURNEY WITH THE HIGHBEAMS ON. THE VEHICLE WAS BRAND NEW. UPON REPLACING THE HEADLIGHT AT MY FIRST OPPORTUNITY, I NOTICED THAT THE AIMING MECHANISM, SPRINGS, WERE ALL SEVERELY CORRODED. THE VEHICLE IS NOW HEADED TO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE AIMING OF THE LIGHTS RECTIFIED. IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS DRIVING THIS VEHICLE IN THE NIGHT WITH THIS TYPE OF MANUFACTURER DEFECT. IT SHOULD BE NOTED THAT MONROE TRUCK EQUIPMENT ALTERED THE SUSPENSION OF THE VEHICLE AND SHOULD HAVE INCLUDED THE HEADLIGHT INSPECTION/AIMING IN THEIR PRE-DELIVERY CHECKLIST. *TR
Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Date Of Incident: 2007-12-28
- Date Complaint: 2008-02-10
- VIN: 1GBE4E1207F
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I TOOK DELIVERY OF A NEW C4500 KODIAK CREW CAB WITH 0.7 MILES. I FIRST NOTICED A LOUD WIND-HOWL COMING FROM THE RIGHT REAR PASSENGER DOOR. I WAS DISAPPOINTED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD SUCH LOUD INTERIOR NOISE AT HIGHWAY SPEED. IT WASN'T UNTIL I ENCOUNTERING HEAVY FREEZING RAIN, THAT I REALIZED THAT THIS MOISTURE WAS ACCUMULATING IN THE DOOR JAMB OF THE AFOREMENTIONED DOOR, FREEZING, AND MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN THE DOOR. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE DOOR WAS ASSEMBLED AT GM INCORRECTLY AND THE LEADING EDGE OF THE DOOR WAS 3/8" OUT OF ALIGNMENT WITH THE BODY, SO MUCH SO THAT IT WASN'T EVEN TOUCHING THE DOOR'S LEADING EDGE WEATHER STRIP. THIS ALLOWED ALL PRECIPITATION AND WIND TO ENTER THE DOOR JAM FREELY AND INTERFERE WITH THE FUNCTION OF THE DOOR. THE CONTRALATERAL DOOR WAS ASSEMBLED CORRECTLY FOR COMPARISON. *TR
Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Date Of Incident: 2008-01-25
- Date Complaint: 2008-01-25
- VIN: 1GBE5U19X7F
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: GENERAL MOTORS SPECIFY THE FOLLOWING FOR MY VEHICLE: 2007I POST-DIESEL EMISSION WARNING ON THE POST-EMISSION DIESEL ENGINE IT IS A REQUIREMENT THAT THE EXHAUST TIP COOLER SUPPLIED BY GM IS INSTALLED FOR EVERY DIESEL EQUIPPED VEHICLE. IF YOU DO NOT INSTALL TO EXHAUST TIP COOLER THERE IS A HIGH PROBABILITY THAT YOU WILL START A FIRE IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF THE VEHICLE DURING REGENERATION (TEMPERATURE IN EXCESS OF 1,000 F). IF NOT INSTALLED THEN THE SECONDARY MANUFACTURER ASSUMES ALL LIABILITY FOR AN INCIDENT. THIS PART IS NOT OPTIONAL. YOUR SALES AND SERVICE STAFF MUST BE MADE AWARE OF THIS REQUIREMENT AND YOUR OBLIGATION TO INFORM YOUR CUSTOMERS. REMOVAL OF THE GM EXHAUST TIP WITH A MORE EYE APPEALING EXHAUST WILL VOID THE WARRANTY ON THE VEHICLE AND COULD LEAD TO CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. 2007I POST-DIESEL EMISSION WARNING FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL, A DIVISION OF THOR INDUSTRIES, BUILT MY CLASS C MOTORHOME IN APRIL, 2007, AND FAILED TO MEET THESE STANDARDS. I REQUEST A FORMAL INVESTIGATION AS TO THE NUMBER OF RECREATION VEHICLES LACKING THIS CRITICAL SAFETY DEVICE, WHICH THE LACK THEREOF SHOULD BE CONSIDERED HIGH RISK EXPOSURE TO BOTH PERSONS AND PROPERTY . THANK YOU, [XXX], AIC INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Date Of Incident: 2006-03-26
- Date Complaint: 2007-01-26
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: MY 2007 YUKON HAS NO DASH INSTRUMENT LIGHTS DURING DAYLIGHT. THE ONLY GAUGE ILLUMINATION IS WHEN THE HEADLIGHTS ARE TURNED ON. DURING DAYLIGHT, THE GAUGES ARE IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE WITH SUNGLASSES. AND ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE WITHOUT SUNGLASSES. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS BECAUSE YOU HAVE TO TAKE YOUR EYES OFF THE ROAD FOR A CONSIDERABLE TIME TO VIEW THE GAUGES. I HAVE TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND GMC; THEY HAVE NO ANSWERS. *NM
Chevrolet Kodiak 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2006-07-10
- Date Complaint: 2006-07-27
- VIN: 1GBE4C1286F
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE DRIVESHAFT DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, AND WAS THEN TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. UPDATED 10/04/06. *JB
Latest 5 recalls Chevrolet Kodiak
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 26 recalls for different components of the Chevrolet Kodiak.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Report Received Date: 2009-07-29
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:COMPRESSOR
- Summary: GM IS RECALLING 1,880 MODEL YEAR 2007 CHEVROLET KODIAK AND T-SERIES, GMC TOPKICK AND T-SERIES, AND ISUZU F-SERIES AND H-SERIES PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7.8L DIESEL ENGINE. THE AIR COMPRESSOR IN SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT BUILD ENOUGH AIR PRESSURE TO SUPPORT THE AIR BRAKE SYSTEM. IF THIS CONDITION WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLES WAS STATIONARY (BRAKES APPLIED), THE AIR BRAKES WOULD REMAIN APPLIED AND PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM MOVING.
- Consequence: IF THE DRIVER IGNORES THESE WARNINGS AND CONTINUES TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE, AND IF THERE WAS A CONTINUED LOSS OF PRESSURE, THE REAR SPRING PARKING BRAKES WOULD AUTOMATICALLY APPLY, PREVENTING THE TRUCK FROM BEING DRIVEN.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE AIR COMPRESSOR FOR ITS ABILITY TO BUILD AIR PRESSURE, AND EITHER MODIFY THE AIR COMPRESSOR BY ELIMINATION OF THE SUPPRESSION VALVE OR REPLACE THE AIR COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727 OR AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
- Model: Chevrolet Kodiak 2006
- Report Received Date: 2007-10-04
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: ON CERTAIN MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH ZF MODEL 8018 STEERING GEARS, THE STEERING GEAR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED INCORRECTLY. A STEERING GEAR WITH THIS CONDITION MAY PRODUCE THE FEELING OF HITTING A CURB AND A CRACKING OR PINGING SOUND WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED.
- Consequence: THE STEERING WHEEL POSITION MAY BE OFF-CENTER AND INCREASED EFFORT MAY BE REQUIRED WHEN TURNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR CERTAIN DATE CODES AND VERIFY THE MILEAGE ON STEERING GEARS AND REPLACE GEARS AS NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 25, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; GMC AT 1-866-996-9463; OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
- Model: Chevrolet Kodiak 2003
- Report Received Date: 2007-10-04
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: ON CERTAIN MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH ZF MODEL 8018 STEERING GEARS, THE STEERING GEAR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED INCORRECTLY. A STEERING GEAR WITH THIS CONDITION MAY PRODUCE THE FEELING OF HITTING A CURB AND A CRACKING OR PINGING SOUND WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED.
- Consequence: THE STEERING WHEEL POSITION MAY BE OFF-CENTER AND INCREASED EFFORT MAY BE REQUIRED WHEN TURNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR CERTAIN DATE CODES AND VERIFY THE MILEAGE ON STEERING GEARS AND REPLACE GEARS AS NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 25, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; GMC AT 1-866-996-9463; OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
- Model: Chevrolet Kodiak 2005
- Report Received Date: 2007-10-04
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: ON CERTAIN MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH ZF MODEL 8018 STEERING GEARS, THE STEERING GEAR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED INCORRECTLY. A STEERING GEAR WITH THIS CONDITION MAY PRODUCE THE FEELING OF HITTING A CURB AND A CRACKING OR PINGING SOUND WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED.
- Consequence: THE STEERING WHEEL POSITION MAY BE OFF-CENTER AND INCREASED EFFORT MAY BE REQUIRED WHEN TURNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR CERTAIN DATE CODES AND VERIFY THE MILEAGE ON STEERING GEARS AND REPLACE GEARS AS NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 25, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; GMC AT 1-866-996-9463; OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
- Model: Chevrolet Kodiak 2007
- Report Received Date: 2007-10-04
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: ON CERTAIN MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH ZF MODEL 8018 STEERING GEARS, THE STEERING GEAR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED INCORRECTLY. A STEERING GEAR WITH THIS CONDITION MAY PRODUCE THE FEELING OF HITTING A CURB AND A CRACKING OR PINGING SOUND WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED.
- Consequence: THE STEERING WHEEL POSITION MAY BE OFF-CENTER AND INCREASED EFFORT MAY BE REQUIRED WHEN TURNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR CERTAIN DATE CODES AND VERIFY THE MILEAGE ON STEERING GEARS AND REPLACE GEARS AS NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 25, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; GMC AT 1-866-996-9463; OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
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