1998 Gmc Suburban problems
The Chevrolet Suburban is a series of SUVs built by Chevrolet since the 1935 model year. The longest-used automobile nameplate in the world, the Chevrolet Suburban is currently in its twelfth generation, introduced for 2021. Beginning life as one of the first metal-bodied station wagons, the Suburban is the progenitor of the modern full-size SUV, combining a wagon-style body with the chassis and powertrain of a pickup truck. Alongside its Advance Design, Task Force, and C/K predecessors, the Chevrolet Silverado currently shares chassis and mechanical commonality with the Suburban and other trucks.
Traditionally one of the most profitable vehicles sold by General Motors, the Suburban has been marketed through both Chevrolet and GMC for nearly its entire production. Along sharing the Suburban name with Chevrolet, GMC has used several nameplates for the model line; since 2000, the division has marketed it as the GMC Yukon XL. Since 2003, Cadillac has marketed the Suburban as the Cadillac Escalade ESV. During the 1990s, GM Australia marketed right-hand drive Suburbans under the Holden brand.
.The Suburban is sold in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, Chile, Dominican Republic, Bolivia, Peru, Philippines, and the Middle East (except Israel), while the Yukon XL is sold only in North America (exclusive to the United States, Canada, and Mexico) and the Middle East territories (except Israel).
A 2018 iSeeCars.com study identified the Chevrolet Suburban as the car that is driven the most each year. A 2019 iSeeCars.com study named the Chevrolet Suburban the second-ranked longest-lasting vehicle. In December 2019, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce unveiled a Hollywood Walk of Fame star for the Suburban, noting that the Suburban had been in "1,750 films and TV shows since 1952."
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Common 1998 Gmc Suburban problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 1998 GMC Suburban, several common problems have been identified:
- Water Pump Issues: Owners have reported frequent water pump failures, leading to coolant leaks and overheating. This problem often requires replacement, adding to maintenance costs and inconvenience.
- Intake Manifold Gasket Leaks: Another prevalent issue is leaks in the intake manifold gaskets, particularly affecting vehicles with the 5.7L engine. This problem can lead to coolant leaks and potential engine damage if not addressed promptly.
- Oil Consumption: Some owners have complained about excessive oil consumption, especially in the 2009 model year. This issue can be costly to address and may indicate underlying engine problems that require attention.
- Transmission Problems: Both earlier and later models of the Chevrolet Suburban have experienced transmission issues. Earlier models suffered from torque converter clutch problems causing harsh shifts, while later models faced diagnostic codes related to pressure leaks, necessitating repairs or replacements.
- Electrical and Starting Issues: Complaints about starting problems, such as clicking noises or failure to start, have been raised by owners. These issues can be frustrating and may require troubleshooting of the electrical system, including the starter and battery connections.
- Air Conditioning Problems: Pre-2016 Suburbans have been noted for subpar air conditioning performance, requiring vigilance for leaks and belt maintenance to ensure proper functioning.
- Maintenance Costs: The Chevrolet Suburban has been reported to be expensive to maintain, with costs varying depending on the model year. Older models, in particular, can incur higher maintenance expenses, impacting the overall ownership experience.
- Depreciation: The Suburban experiences significant depreciation over time, losing value at a rate of about 7% per year. This can affect resale value and overall cost of ownership, especially for those purchasing new vehicles.
- Insurance Costs: Owners have highlighted that insuring a Chevy Suburban can be costly, with average annual insurance premiums higher than those for other SUVs. This factor adds to the total cost of ownership for this vehicle.
- Severity of Repairs: The Severity of Repair score for the Chevrolet Suburban is higher than average, indicating a higher likelihood of needing significant repairs compared to other vehicles. This factor underscores the importance of thorough maintenance and potential repair costs for owners.
These common problems with the 1998 GMC Suburban highlight various challenges that owners may face, ranging from mechanical issues to maintenance costs and depreciation concerns. Addressing these problems promptly and proactively can help maintain the vehicle's performance and value over time.
1998 Gmc Suburban car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Gmc Suburban problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Power train problems
- Visibility problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1998 Gmc Suburban vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1998 Gmc Suburban
The NHTSA has received 119 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1998 Gmc Suburban. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1998 Gmc Suburban vehicles.
2011-08-01
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-06-30
- VIN: 1GKFK16R8WJ
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 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..
2007-10-26
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-10-24
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GKFK16R3WJ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: 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! *TR
2006-08-01
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-07-18
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: PREVIOUS SEPARATION OF THE TREAD ON PASSENGER REAR TIRE, REPLACED WITH SPARE ON JULY 18, 2006. CHECKED ALL OTHER TIRES SHOWED GOOD CONDITION. JULY 24, 2006 WHILE DRIVING FREEWAY SEPARATION OF DRIVER SIDE TIRE TREAD CAUSED MAJOR CAR ACCIDENT. SUMMIT PREMIUM PLUS TIRES. *JB
2006-02-23
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-02-23
- VIN: 1GKFK16R6WJ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: 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
2006-01-11
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-11-11
- VIN: 1GKFK16R6WJ
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: DT: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE ENGINE WAS WARMING UP, AND A 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. *AK
2005-12-06
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-30
- VIN: 1GKFK16RXWJ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: DT: THE CONTACT STATES THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 05V379000 CONCERNING THE ANTI LOCK BRAKES. THIS VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEMS AS 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.*AK
2005-11-12
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-06-15
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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. *JB
2005-09-02
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-31
- VIN: 3GKFK16R6WG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: 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. *JB (11/17/05) THE CONSUMER STATED THAT SHE ALMOST WENT THROUGH THE STORE WINDOW AS A RESULT OF THIS PROBLEM. *SC
2005-09-02
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-08-15
- VIN: 3GKFK16R6WG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: ABS LOCKED AT LOW SPEEDS. *AK
2005-07-25
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-01
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GKFK16R0WJ
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: DT: THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 GMC SUBURBAN. HE STATES THAT ON JUNE 1, 2005 VEHICLE WAS IN A ACCIDENT AND WAS HIT IN THE FRONT END. UPON IMPACT, NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED.*AK
2005-06-29
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1901-01-01
- VIN: 1GKFK16R6WJ
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: CONSUMER DISAPPOINTED WITH THE LACK OF RECALLS ON THE DEFECTIVE WINDSHIELD WIPER CIRCUIT BOARD ON HIS 1998 GMC SUBURBAN. *NM ARTEMIS DOWN UNTIL JULY,05 AAE THE 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. *NM
2005-04-15
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-15
- Crash: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: BRAKES DO NOT STOP THE VEHICLE PROPERLY. *AK
2005-03-27
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-15
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GKFK16R6WJ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: CRASH
2005-03-16
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-08-01
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: CONSUMER REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF REPAIRS ON GMC 1998 SUBURBAN. *BF THE CONSUMER LEARNED OF A RECALL REGARDING THE ROTORS, HOWEVER THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER THE RECALL WAS ONLY FOR C TYPE TRUCKS NOT K AND THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BEING A C IS A TWO WHEEL DRIVE AND THE K TYPE IS FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE. *JB
2005-01-11
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-30
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: 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.*AK
2004-09-28
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-01
- VIN: 1GKFK16R3WJ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: 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 ROTORS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. THIS INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED HELEN'S BOY FRIEND ERICK WUNK.*AK 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
2004-07-16
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-01
- VIN: 1GKFK16R8WJ
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 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. *AK
2004-07-09
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-08
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 3GKFK16R7WG
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: FIRE THEN SMOKE COMING FROM WIRE HARNESS.*AK
2004-03-08
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GKFK16R0WJ
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL JERKS IN THE SAME DIRECTION. *AK
2004-03-04
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-04
- VIN: 1GKFK16R8WJ
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: MY 1998 SUBURBAN HAS HAD TWO NEW FUEL PUMPS INSTALLED BY THE DEALER WITHIN FOUR MONTHS.AFTER A SHORT TIME, APPROX.2 MONTHS. THE FUEL PUMP STILL MAKES A BUZZING NOISE.*AK
2004-02-09
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-02-03
- VIN: 3GKFK16R0WG
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHEILD WIPERS DON'T WORK PROPERLY WHEN SET TO INTERMITTENT. THEY WORK FINE WHEN SET TO LOW OR HIGH SPEED.
2004-01-22
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-08-10
- VIN: 1GKFK16R8WJ
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: 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. *AK
2004-01-15
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-10-15
- VIN: 3GKFK16R8WG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 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.
2003-12-08
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-17
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING IN A RAINSTORM WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED.*AK
2003-11-03
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-11-03
- VIN: 3GKFC16F6WG
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,VISIBILITY
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. DEALER HAD NOT BEEN ABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. ALSO, WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. *AK
1998 Gmc Suburban recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 1998 Gmc Suburban.
2006-05-19
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
2003-03-07
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
- Summary: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, MINI VANS, AND PICKUP TRUCKS MAY DEVELOP A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE ELECTRIC OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR SWITCH.
- Consequence: IF THIS WERE TO HAPPEN, IT COULD RESULT IN AN INOPERATIVE SWITCH, HEAT DAMAGE TO THE DRIVER'S DOOR, AND/OR IGNITION OF COMPONENTS IN THE DRIVER'S DOOR AND A SUBSEQUENT VEHICLE FIRE WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED JUMPER HARNESS TO THE ELECTRIC OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR SWITCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 24, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020 OR GMC AT 1-800-462-8782.
1998-02-17
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES. ONE OR BOTH FRONT BRAKE ROTOR/HUBS WERE BUILT WITH AN OUT-OF-SPECIFICATION GRAY IRON THAT CAN FAIL DURING THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE.
- Consequence: IF A DRIVER CONTINUES TO DRIVE WITH A CRACKED ROTOR, THE CRACKS COULD CONTINUE AROUND THE WHEEL MOUNTING BOLT CIRCLE AND ULTIMATELY RESULT IN A WHEEL SEPARATION.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ROTORS FOR A CORE DATE OF "287" AND, IF FOUND, REPLACE THE ROTOR.
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