Chevrolet C2500 2000
Model C2500 made in 2000 by Chevrolet got 36 consumer complains, 7 investigations there are 2 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, brakes and electrical system. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment, exterior lighting and interior lighting. The car had some investigations: service brakes, hydraulic, steering. There were some recalls concerningequipment, fuel system, gasoline.
Model 2000
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT | ||||||||||||||||
| 07E088000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 121680 | 11/08/2007 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/24/2007 | 10/30/2007 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E043000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 88303 | 10/18/2006 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/19/2006 | 05/22/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect 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 Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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). | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | |||||
| 000844005 | 06/01/2000 | 614373 | Some drivers may comment about a whine type noise coming from the radio speakers on utility vehicles built prior to vin yj100211 and yg106100. *tt | 10/13/2000 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
| 3170E | 10019186 | Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb2 | 02/16/2006 | ||
| INTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| 3170E | 10019186 | Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb2 | 02/16/2006 | ||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| PE04004 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 01/08/2004 | 04/30/2004 | HYDRAULIC PUMP SHAFT FAILURES | ||
| The preliminary evaulation is being upgraded.during the ea odi will limitits investigation to only those vehicles equipped with a hydro-boost system, which provides power assist to the braking and steering sytems.vaccuum brake booster vehicles are excluded.odi hasexpanded the scope of the ea to include model years2003 and 2004, asduring the pe, odi learned that the hydroboast pumps were modified in febraury 2004.therefore,odi has expanded the scope to include the additional model years.odi's is concerned because thisisa sudden failure that affects two critical systems of the vehicle, brakes and steering, at the same time.the ability of the operator to handle the dual failures is a concern. further, these vehicles tend to be work vehicles, with some over 10,000 pounds gvwr and many equipped to pull large trailers.dual failures of heavily loaded vehicles and vehicles pulling trailers further increases the safety risk.odi plans to conduct testing to quantify the braking and steering performance degradation and the impact on safe vehicle control, when a hydroboast pump fails. | ||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | ||||||
| EA04012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/30/2004 | 02/28/2005 | HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES | 05V005000 | |
| Gm is conducting a recall on all subject vehicles build between may 1999 and october 14, 1999.significant changes were incorporated into production in early october 1999, and vehicles built after that date have lower warranty failure rates.the complaint and warranty data appear to support the effectiveness of these changes. gm made additional changes in november 1999, february 2000, may 2001, and february 2004.odi will continue to monitor this problem and will take further action, if warranted, in the future.for further technical details see the attached engineering analysis report. | ||||||
| PE04004 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 01/08/2004 | 04/30/2004 | HYDRAULIC PUMP SHAFT FAILURES | ||
| The preliminary evaulation is being upgraded.during the ea odi will limitits investigation to only those vehicles equipped with a hydro-boost system, which provides power assist to the braking and steering sytems.vaccuum brake booster vehicles are excluded.odi hasexpanded the scope of the ea to include model years2003 and 2004, asduring the pe, odi learned that the hydroboast pumps were modified in febraury 2004.therefore,odi has expanded the scope to include the additional model years.odi's is concerned because thisisa sudden failure that affects two critical systems of the vehicle, brakes and steering, at the same time.the ability of the operator to handle the dual failures is a concern. further, these vehicles tend to be work vehicles, with some over 10,000 pounds gvwr and many equipped to pull large trailers.dual failures of heavily loaded vehicles and vehicles pulling trailers further increases the safety risk.odi plans to conduct testing to quantify the braking and steering performance degradation and the impact on safe vehicle control, when a hydroboast pump fails. | ||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| PE04004 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 01/08/2004 | 04/30/2004 | HYDRAULIC PUMP SHAFT FAILURES | ||
| The preliminary evaulation is being upgraded.during the ea odi will limitits investigation to only those vehicles equipped with a hydro-boost system, which provides power assist to the braking and steering sytems.vaccuum brake booster vehicles are excluded.odi hasexpanded the scope of the ea to include model years2003 and 2004, asduring the pe, odi learned that the hydroboast pumps were modified in febraury 2004.therefore,odi has expanded the scope to include the additional model years.odi's is concerned because thisisa sudden failure that affects two critical systems of the vehicle, brakes and steering, at the same time.the ability of the operator to handle the dual failures is a concern. further, these vehicles tend to be work vehicles, with some over 10,000 pounds gvwr and many equipped to pull large trailers.dual failures of heavily loaded vehicles and vehicles pulling trailers further increases the safety risk.odi plans to conduct testing to quantify the braking and steering performance degradation and the impact on safe vehicle control, when a hydroboast pump fails. | ||||||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - PUMP | ||||||
| PE04004 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 01/08/2004 | 04/30/2004 | HYDRAULIC PUMP SHAFT FAILURES | ||
| The preliminary evaulation is being upgraded.during the ea odi will limitits investigation to only those vehicles equipped with a hydro-boost system, which provides power assist to the braking and steering sytems.vaccuum brake booster vehicles are excluded.odi hasexpanded the scope of the ea to include model years2003 and 2004, asduring the pe, odi learned that the hydroboast pumps were modified in febraury 2004.therefore,odi has expanded the scope to include the additional model years.odi's is concerned because thisisa sudden failure that affects two critical systems of the vehicle, brakes and steering, at the same time.the ability of the operator to handle the dual failures is a concern. further, these vehicles tend to be work vehicles, with some over 10,000 pounds gvwr and many equipped to pull large trailers.dual failures of heavily loaded vehicles and vehicles pulling trailers further increases the safety risk.odi plans to conduct testing to quantify the braking and steering performance degradation and the impact on safe vehicle control, when a hydroboast pump fails. | ||||||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | ||||||
| EA04012 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/30/2004 | 02/28/2005 | HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES | 05V005000 | |
| Gm is conducting a recall on all subject vehicles build between may 1999 and october 14, 1999.significant changes were incorporated into production in early october 1999, and vehicles built after that date have lower warranty failure rates.the complaint and warranty data appear to support the effectiveness of these changes. gm made additional changes in november 1999, february 2000, may 2001, and february 2004.odi will continue to monitor this problem and will take further action, if warranted, in the future.for further technical details see the attached engineering analysis report. | ||||||
| PE04004 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 01/08/2004 | 04/30/2004 | HYDRAULIC PUMP SHAFT FAILURES | ||
| The preliminary evaulation is being upgraded.during the ea odi will limitits investigation to only those vehicles equipped with a hydro-boost system, which provides power assist to the braking and steering sytems.vaccuum brake booster vehicles are excluded.odi hasexpanded the scope of the ea to include model years2003 and 2004, asduring the pe, odi learned that the hydroboast pumps were modified in febraury 2004.therefore,odi has expanded the scope to include the additional model years.odi's is concerned because thisisa sudden failure that affects two critical systems of the vehicle, brakes and steering, at the same time.the ability of the operator to handle the dual failures is a concern. further, these vehicles tend to be work vehicles, with some over 10,000 pounds gvwr and many equipped to pull large trailers.dual failures of heavily loaded vehicles and vehicles pulling trailers further increases the safety risk.odi plans to conduct testing to quantify the braking and steering performance degradation and the impact on safe vehicle control, when a hydroboast pump fails. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||
| 11/30/2000 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle was involved in a front end accident, the airbags experienced no deployment, dealer found the airbag module was damaged internally. *slc | |||
| BRAKES | |||
| 06/11/2012 | 140000 | ||
| My brakes failed without warning in a parking lot. carefully, i made it home with no brakes and found the brake lines were all corroded and leaked brake fluid. brake lines are supposed to be made from noncorrosive material. fixing brakes on this model pickup is a massive undertaking. one brake line is located under the bed of the truck. | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 07/02/2009 | 138000 | 1 | |
| Truck had hard time starting when cold for 2 weeks prior to truck not starting at all. took truck in was told fuel pump shorted , melted wire harness and fuel pump module melted. half of engine compartment wire harness melted also. was told by mechanic we were very lucky that the truck did not explode. this is to cost $1800.00 in repairs. *tr | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||
| 07/04/2000 | 0 | ||
| While driving consumer noticed flames on back window and the bed of the truck. consumer was able to get the kids out and left vehicle, and the whole truck blew up. consumer felt if they had of been 10 seconds longer they would not be here today. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 06/08/2004 | 1 | ||
| Upon starting the vehicle consumer noticed a knocking noise coming from the engine department while driving for 45 seconds to 1 minute everyday. dealership was unable to determine the cause. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 10/05/2004 | 52000 | 1 | 10/01/2004 |
| Intake gasket leaking at 50k miles. *nm | |||
| 1 | 04/14/2000 | ||
| When the driver attempted to stop the vehicle the brakes failed and the driver had to use the emergency brake to slow the vehicle. when the driver turned in a driveway he saw smoke emitting from he engine compartment. the fire department arrived and extinguished the fire. the vehicle was a total loss. *ph *nlm | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||
| 08/15/2005 | 64500 | 2 | 04/02/2002 |
| Exhaust manifold and bolts breaking. *jb | |||
| 07/31/2005 | 90000 | 2 | 03/01/2001 |
| Exhaust manifolds and bolts breaking. *jb | |||
| 01/20/2005 | 60000 | 1 | 05/25/2000 |
| Large intake leak, antifreeze leaking into the oil milked oil. when i checked the oil i found this so started looking for other problems. i put a pressure test on the radiator and found the leak immediately! the antifreeze came out from under the front edge of the #1 cylinder!i am very up set to hear that this is very common and would like to see g.m. recall their trucks for this problem! i repaired the problem myself. if i had to pay some one to fix this problem it would have cost in the range of $700-$900. *ak | |||
| EQUIPMENT | |||
| 02/03/2003 | 28000 | 1 | |
| The block heater malfunctioned and caught on fire.*jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 07/02/2009 | 138000 | 1 | |
| Truck had hard time starting when cold for 2 weeks prior to truck not starting at all. took truck in was told fuel pump shorted , melted wire harness and fuel pump module melted. half of engine compartment wire harness melted also. was told by mechanic we were very lucky that the truck did not explode. this is to cost $1800.00 in repairs. *tr | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 83000 | 1 | ||
| The fuel tank collapsed and fuel leaked onto the ground. the mechanic stated the fuel tank needed to be replaced. *jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 07/16/2003 | 1 | ||
| We are buying a 2000 chevrolet silverado 2500. we have had the transmission replaced once, and it is having problems again! we've taken it in to the dealer, who says there is nothing wrong with it. they also said this twice before the transmission went out the first time. now it's acting up again, and they say there is nothing wrong. i'm sure it will go out again, it's just a matter of time. i also know someone with 2002 chevy truck, and they have had their transmission either checked or replaced already. my concern is that the transmissions being used are not heavy-duty enough to last. i'm worried, because our extended warranty is running low, and i just know that the transmission will go out after the warranty is up. if the transmissions being used are not the correct one for this truck, i think a recall should be issued. it is not fair for the buyers to be stuck with this problem. check the stats at your dealerships... i'm willing to bet that there are a lot of trucks being looked at for this same problem. also, when we took the truck in the last time, we noticed a difference in power. it seems that the truck does not have the power it had before, especially when towing or loaded. we are wondering if the dealer could have turned the engine down to compensate for the transmission? if so, this is still not fair, because we bought that truck for it's power, not to have it turned down just to make the transmission last. please advise us on what we can do. again, if you check the dealerships, i'll bet you'll find a lot of trucks being serviced for this problem. thank you, tina and barry hedges. *ak | |||
| SEATS | |||
| 12/01/1999 | 0 | ||
| Back seat doesn't lock up at all in a stop.seat pushes all the way up to the front. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 03/03/2009 | 27500 | ||
| Chevy silverado pickup, year 2000, brakes failed due to ruptured brake line, that were totaly rusted out. got lucky....happened in driveway. brake lines had to be replaced. | |||
| 01/20/2005 | 85000 | 1 | |
| 2000 chevy pickup anti-lock brake kick in and had complete loss of brakes and truck accelerated into vehicle in front. *tr | |||
| 1 | 04/14/2000 | ||
| When the driver attempted to stop the vehicle the brakes failed and the driver had to use the emergency brake to slow the vehicle. when the driver turned in a driveway he saw smoke emitting from he engine compartment. the fire department arrived and extinguished the fire. the vehicle was a total loss. *ph *nlm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 08/30/2005 | 1 | 06/24/2005 | |
| Why does gmc not do a total recall on the vehicle they sale and they pick the states where they want the recall to take place. in utah we use salt on the roads and yes we do get snow remember the winter olympics of 2002 this is not right for them to pick and choose states. if it a recall on brakes it should be nation wide not just the one's they feel is right . this puts my family at risk of serious injury . i have a 2000 chevy pickup .. please help. *jb | |||
| 06/29/2004 | 125000 | 50 | 11/08/2000 |
| I have a 2000 chevrolet, silverado 2500 pickup truck i bought new. with about 125,000 miles . 2 months ago i started having a problem. when coming to a complete stop the brakes go to the floor, make a horrible noise and then the truck thrusts forward. the past two months this problem has been very sporatic. as few as 3 times a week as much as 10 times a week. one time i was stopping at a side road waiting to enter a higway and the truck stopped then thrust forward into the traffic. fortunately i did not get hit but came close to a accident. the way to stop it is by throwing it into park. yesterday i stopped in front of a customers garage and went through the garage door as the truck thrust forward. i contacted the chevy dealer and had the master cylinder replaced. no good. then was told it was the power booster. not that. .today they say it is the sensor in one of the wheels. will replace tomorrow.i do not understand how that will stop it from thrusting forward. i have spend much money sensor alone costing 600.00 and the garage door 760.00 my biggest worry is fear of thrusting forward when at a cross road. the car dealers and general motors hot line said their is no prior report . i hope its the sensorbecause everytime this happens you panic . it is very costly and could cost me my life. i also think that more concern from the manufacturer could be taken . i do not know what to do if this sensor does not work as they say this is the only code that came up when put on a machine. they put it on the machine because sometimes the abs light comes on and i had to get it to the dealer when it was on as they could not check it unless it was on. this was difficult as the dealer is 30 minutes away. if you have every heard of this problem before i have to spend more unnecessary monies or before i get hurt. i would appreciate any information you could give me. thanks rich . *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 08/08/2000 | 04/29/2000 | ||
| When applying the brakes, the pedal sunk to the floor broad. fluid level low. lost fluid in aproximate 1800 miles. this caused a crash on 4/16/2001. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 03/21/2001 | 2 | 06/01/2000 | |
| 4 times i have had this vehicle to the chevrolet dealer. brake system is a safety hazard. when i apply the brakes the whole front end shakes and vibrates causing loss of control of the vehicle. has not been repaired. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 07/22/2005 | 79000 | 2 | 06/15/2000 |
| Dt: the caller said brake lines rusted. he believed the rear brakes were affected. dealer said there was a problem with rust and corrosion. manufacturer offered no help. the first failure was repaired , and the second time there was a different section.*ak | |||
| STEERING | |||
| 130000 | 2 | ||
| When making a right turn only, the steering wheel dropped from a 15 degree turn to 45 degrees. the dealership indicated this was caused by a failure in the steering speed sensor. *jb | |||
| STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT SECTOR | |||
| 06/25/2004 | 1 | ||
| While pulling out of the driveway steering column failed. this caused consumer to lose steering power because the steering shaft snapped off the pump. consumer contacted the manufacturer. the driver will contact the dealer in the near future. *ak | |||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - PUMP | |||
| 03/16/2005 | 62305 | 1 | 11/01/2000 |
| While driving my 2000 3/4 ton chevrolet at a job site . i lost power steering ang power brakes. called chevrolet dealer ( vetter chevy in three rivers mi. ] they told their was no recall for this defect. i had it towed to dealer and they replaced the defective power steering pump i had on warning from dash lts and almost ran over a worker working at the job site i checked your site and fount your action # ped4004 i paid core charge on old pump call if you want it shipped to you i think shaft is broken but did want to inspect it in case you want it shipped to you the dealer told me they have replaced pumps in the past.*ak | |||
| 09/30/1999 | |||
| Ongoing problem with dealer having to replace power steering pump on four occasions due to leakages. *ak | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 11/27/1999 | |||
| Truck starts vibration at 42mph, vibration then comes into the steering wheel and then hold truck vibrate. | |||
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 0 | |||
| Balancing and rotating of the tires were wearing and tearing on the lugs: nuts. consumer thought tires were the problem. dealership mechanic did not see this problem eye to eye with consumer. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 10/01/2000 | 1 | ||
| Front end seems to be wearing out front tires more than usual. this may cause problems. dealer cannot determine the cause. *ak the steering wheel was misaligned and has grinding noise when turning. the rear end vibrates when trying to slow down. *yh | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 07/05/2008 | 62000 | 1 | |
| Bad tires. *tr | |||
| TIRES - TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE | |||
| 05/19/2007 | 121843 | 1 | 12/23/2000 |
| I was driving into the driveway at home and noticed a noise behind chevrolet 2000g high top conversion van. i didn't see anything initially from the rear view mirrors. i later discovered the spare tire was lying in the street. the steel cable that held it up at the bottom of the van broke completely. i was lucky it happened in our driveway. if we were going down an interstate it could cause a serious accident if someone were following me very close. i wonder if anyone else have reported this incident. there appeared to be no other mechanism attached to keep the spare tire from falling off. i now have a new one on order. if the safety department was interested i would ask the dealer to keep that steel cable that broke. *ak | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ | GLENDALE | 85301 | SANDS CHEVROLET | 6239319399 |
| CO | DENVER | 80204 | STEVENSON LEXUS | |
| KY | FLORENCE | TOM GILL CHEVROLET | 859-371-7566 | |
| KY | LOUISVILLE | BACHMAN CHEVROLET | ???????? | |
| MI | THREE RIVERS | 49093 | VETTER CHEVY | |
| OK | NEWARK | 43055 | COUGHLIN CHEVROLET | 740-366-1371 |
| TX | LAMPASAS | 76550 | JIM HOFFPAUIR INC. |