Chevrolet C5500 2003
Model C5500 made in 2003 by Chevrolet got 6 consumer complains as well as 20 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling and service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding communications and engine and engine cooling.
Model 2003
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNICATIONS - HORN ASSEMBLY | |||||
| SB05-08-133-001B | 09/01/2009 | 10033631 | Isuzu/gmc/chevrolet: diagnostic information for inoperative air seats, air horn and/or exhaust brake and release of new auxiliary air compressor relay and pressure switch on rpo k16 vehicles. *pe | 08/30/2010 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 030602005A | 10/01/2004 | 030602005 | 10002857 | Engine coolant loss with no visible leaks. *tt updated *eh | 09/29/2003 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| 070605005 | 04/01/2007 | 10022264 | Diesel engine - low engine power/performance, poor acceleration, eshaust smoke/hissing noise, mil/ses on, dtc's p0101, p0236. (install updated engine exhaust brake valve). *kb | 07/24/2007 | |
| 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 | ||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||||
| 4488 | 12/13/2007 | 4488A | 10023475 | Right outside door handle inoperative. *nj | 12/13/2007 |
| PARKING BRAKE | |||||
| 03179 | 03/02/2004 | 03179R | 10006496 | Jerr-dan has become aware that some chevy c4500/c5500 chassis are equipped with a rear in-wheel park brake installation where the cable is routed on the outside of the left frame rail. *tt | 05/04/2004 |
| SEATS | |||||
| SB05-08-133-001B | 09/01/2009 | 10033631 | Isuzu/gmc/chevrolet: diagnostic information for inoperative air seats, air horn and/or exhaust brake and release of new auxiliary air compressor relay and pressure switch on rpo k16 vehicles. *pe | 08/30/2010 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||||
| PI-00983A | 06/01/2011 | 10039488 | Ready | 08/01/2011 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - COMPRESSOR | |||||
| SB05-08-133-001B | 09/01/2009 | 10033631 | Isuzu/gmc/chevrolet: diagnostic information for inoperative air seats, air horn and/or exhaust brake and release of new auxiliary air compressor relay and pressure switch on rpo k16 vehicles. *pe | 08/30/2010 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - LOW PRESSURE WARNING | |||||
| SB05-08-133-001B | 09/01/2009 | 10033631 | Isuzu/gmc/chevrolet: diagnostic information for inoperative air seats, air horn and/or exhaust brake and release of new auxiliary air compressor relay and pressure switch on rpo k16 vehicles. *pe | 08/30/2010 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||||
| PIT-4935 | 10/01/2009 | 10032455 | Chevrolet/gmc: brake assist pump motor on and warning light/chime. owners may comment when turning the steering wheel with the brake applied that the hydraulic brake assist pump turns on and the brake warning lamp and chime may sound. mo | 03/26/2010 | |
| PIT-4515A | 10/01/2009 | 10032452 | Gmc/chevrolet: service brake soon indicator with dtc c0272. some customers may state the service brake soon indicator comes on. may also comment the audible brake warning buzzer is sounding. *pe | 03/26/2010 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||||
| PI-00983A | 06/01/2011 | 10039488 | Ready | 08/01/2011 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | |||||
| PIT-4935 | 10/01/2009 | 10032455 | Chevrolet/gmc: brake assist pump motor on and warning light/chime. owners may comment when turning the steering wheel with the brake applied that the hydraulic brake assist pump turns on and the brake warning lamp and chime may sound. mo | 03/26/2010 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC | |||||
| PIT-4935 | 10/01/2009 | 10032455 | Chevrolet/gmc: brake assist pump motor on and warning light/chime. owners may comment when turning the steering wheel with the brake applied that the hydraulic brake assist pump turns on and the brake warning lamp and chime may sound. mo | 03/26/2010 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| SB05-08-133-001B | 09/01/2009 | 10033631 | Isuzu/gmc/chevrolet: diagnostic information for inoperative air seats, air horn and/or exhaust brake and release of new auxiliary air compressor relay and pressure switch on rpo k16 vehicles. *pe | 08/30/2010 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||||
| PIT-3749D | 11/01/2010 | 10037570 | Ready | 05/25/2011 | |
| PIT-3749D | 11/01/2010 | 10037570 | Gm: on some truck models there is some frame corrosion. *rm | 05/25/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - STABILIZER BAR | |||||
| PIT-5033 | 09/01/2010 | 10036044 | Chevrolet/gmc: replacement rear stabilizer bar (relocate link brackets). if the rear stabilizer bar needs replacing, the new bar is shorter and will require relocation of the stabilizer bar link brackets. *pe | 03/09/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 07/01/2011 | 43170 | ||
| Under normal driving conditions, without prior warnings, fan flew apart causing damage to fan housing and radiator. radiator, blade, shroud, clutch and coolant had to be replaced. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 12/03/2004 | 3000 | 1 | 12/02/2004 |
| Vehicle lost braking power while driving 60 mph. vehicle was towed to a dealer, who found that the metallic hose was erupted by a power steering clamp rubbing against it. manufacturer was not notified.*ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 01/01/2006 | 30000 | 6 | 04/01/2004 |
| Persistent and recurring frame cracks at low mileage that exceed the north american out of service criteria. mfg refuses to make repairs. *jb | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | FRESNO | 93706 | CALIFORNIA BUS SALES | 559.266.0167 |