Chevrolet 3500 Series
Model 3500 Series made by Chevrolet got 20 consumer complains as well as 7 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding fuel system, other and power train.
Model 9999
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||||
| 01349A | 11/18/2003 | 10004135 | 6.5l l49 l56 l57 l65 diesel engine requiring fuel injection pump replacement. models p32/p42 1994-1999 included. *tt | 11/19/2003 | |
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY - PEDAL/LINKAGE | |||||
| 100401 | 04/10/2001 | 619411 | This message states that the clutch pedal meg, or the floor, after towing or hauling heavy loads up long grades and occurs easier at high temperatures on 1996 through 1999 pickups. *tt | 05/30/2001 | |
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 01119 | 05/04/2001 | 619385 | Campaign parts bulletin regarding 6-speed manual transmission exhibiting a condition in which the clutch fluid is contaminated by water that has been introduced through the reservoir cap. *tt | 05/24/2001 | |
| 01032 | 05/01/2001 | 619384 | Customer satisfaction campaign regarding 6-speed manual transmission - replace resevoir cap and hydraulic fluid on certain 2001 chevrolet silverado and gmc sierra 2500 hd, 3500 trucks with 8.1l gasoline or 6.6l diesel engines. | 05/24/2001 | |
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||||
| 110202 | 02/11/2002 | 629789 | Customers may comment on a clunking noise in the steering column while making slow parking lot type turns on 1999 through 2002 full size pick up trucks. *tt | 04/08/2002 | |
| TIRES | |||||
| 091000 | 10/09/2000 | 617662 | Subject regarding proper tire inflation levels for the all-new 2500 hd and 3500 series pickup trucks. *tt | 03/22/2001 | |
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | |||||
| 161001 | 10/16/2001 | 628006 | Some 2001 and 2002 3500 series vehicles may exhibit a hvac that operates erratically by loss of temperature, mode or blower speed control, or the blower run at key off. *tt | 03/01/2002 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||
| 07/17/2002 | 1 | 06/20/2002 | |
| The vehicle had showed low battery at five attempts to start. consumer informed the service manager that the battery should be checked or replaced, also the starter was replaced. 2002 chevrolet truck 3500 *scc | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| 12/01/2003 | 6 | ||
| Consumer's husband had a problem starting the vehicle. since the vehicle had a diesel engine the consumer had to wait until a light came on before starting the vehicle. also, frequently while waiting for the light to come on the battery went down. this vehicle had been to the dealer for repair 6 times. each time, they were told something new, and had to purchase new parts. but the problem was not solved. also, vehicle stalled intermittently while driving on the highway. *ak *nm | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY | |||
| 07/17/2002 | 1 | 06/20/2002 | |
| The vehicle had showed low battery at five attempts to start. consumer informed the service manager that the battery should be checked or replaced, also the starter was replaced. 2002 chevrolet truck 3500 *scc | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 4 | 06/20/2002 | ||
| Consumer stated the flywheel, turbo gasket, gasket, bolts were replaced and also the vehicle was running low on coolant. 2002 chevrolet truck 3500*scc | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 11/28/2001 | 390 | 30 | 11/17/2001 |
| While driving the vehicle would stall. the vehicle has been taken to the dealer on six separate occasions but the problem still occurs. *nm when vehicle stalls unexpectedly, consumer also experienced loss of power steering and a minimal braking capacity. *la | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | |||
| 12/01/2003 | 6 | ||
| Consumer's husband had a problem starting the vehicle. since the vehicle had a diesel engine the consumer had to wait until a light came on before starting the vehicle. also, frequently while waiting for the light to come on the battery went down. this vehicle had been to the dealer for repair 6 times. each time, they were told something new, and had to purchase new parts. but the problem was not solved. also, vehicle stalled intermittently while driving on the highway. *ak *nm | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||
| 07/03/2002 | 4 | 06/20/2002 | |
| Consumer states that some type of fluid was coming from the back of the truck and were leaving stains on the parking pad, in which a service technician said that it was condensation leaking from the muffler. 2002 chevrolet truck 3500*scc | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL | |||
| 01/24/2004 | 12000 | 6 | |
| The turn signal bulb on the left hand side keeps blowing out. the entire turn signal wiring was replaced.*ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 12/05/2003 | 1 | ||
| While driving 55 mph vehicle stalled. consumer had vehicle towed to the dealer for analysis, and mechanic noticed that a sensor inside of the fuel injection system pump needed to be replaced. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 04/20/1997 | 1 | 06/21/1995 | |
| The transmission exploded, which caused sever injuries to the consumer. *ts *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 3 | 11/16/1996 | ||
| Two injured when consumer pressed on brakes but failed to stop the vehicle resulting in a rear end collision. *ph the consumer was driving 20-25 mph when another vehicle was turning left, slammed on the brakes but continued forward. the consumer hit the person in front of him and caused this person to hit the vehicle in front of them. the front brakes wore out every 22-24k miles and the rear brake pads wore frequently. (these problem have occurred since the vehicle was new) *sc (chevrolet 3500 1997) *jb | |||
| 02/03/2004 | 1 | ||
| While driving under any braking conditions and when depressing the brakes brake pedal was delayed, resulting in a rear end collision. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 02/15/2004 | 4000 | 2 | |
| When stepping on the brake pedal consumer felt vibration coming from the steering wheel. consumer took vehicle to the dealership, and mechanic determined that brake rotors wore out prematurely. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 03/02/2003 | 41000 | 1 | |
| The vehicle's brake line was cracked. the dealer was notified. *nlm 1994 model. *tt | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 01/12/2004 | 1 | ||
| When driving consumer noticed that the cab was shifting left to right. drove the vehicle to the dealership, and mechanic informed consumer sub frame cracked. *ak | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 04/01/2005 | 1 | ||
| 1999 chevrolet g3500 rear tire tread separated while driving at 55 mph. tire tread caused damage to the rear finder panel as well as the coils to the air conditioner unit. *mr the tire did not deflate. *sc | |||
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||
| 08/16/2012 | 176799 | ||
| On i71 interstate, entering i264 ramp, traffic went from 60 mph to basically stopped extremely quick, no choice but to slam on the brakes, i had locked up the rear brakes,anti-lock on front, the pedal suddenly went to the floor, miraculously i only touch the car in front,,,we pulled over, along with 6 other cars,,we found no damage to the front of mine, nor the rear of the car in front of me, no one hit me from behind. i limped home on the emergency brake, and found the front right caliper line wet with spray indications 12 around the failed line which is mounted on the rear of the main-cross member of the frame...all brake lines on my van, whether in the spray line from wheels or not, are very corroded...the whole system will need to be replaced. | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||
| 1 | 02/01/1997 | ||
| The windshield has air pockets that are forming between the layers of glass-which weakens the unit strength of the glass. (year of the vehicle-1977) scc | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | |||
| 06/02/2003 | 1 | ||
| While driving in the rain windshield wipers would stop working.*ak | |||
| WHEELS | |||
| 09/15/2002 | |||
| Consumer states while driving 50mph the wheels leave the pavement. ts | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ | MESA | 85213 | EARNHARDT'S RV CENTER | 1-800-530-8438 |
| NJ | HOPEWELL | MALER CHEVROLET | ||
| OH | DAYTON | 45459 | VOSS CHEVROLET | |
| TX | FORT WORTH | 76103 | AUTOSOURCE | |
| WI | RACINE | BOUCHER CHEVROLET | 262-886-1010 |