Chevrolet S-10 1997
Model S-10 made in 1997 by Chevrolet got 23 consumer complains. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment adaptive.
Model 1997
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 08/07/2008 | 18000 | 1 | |
| I am filing this report on behalf of the vehicle owner. owner name is charles martinez. i am a private electric vehicle service person, and have identified two software defects in the battery pack management system used in the 1997-1998 model chevrolet s-10ev electric truck. the vehicle noted in this complaint had been completely destroyed by a fire that began while the vehicle was charging at a public vehicle charging station. i believe the fire was a result of one of the two known software program defects. i had previously contacted general motors regarding these suspicions, and have not received a reply as to whether they have interest in investigating the fire, and if the software program defects will be resolved. this is the second of three vehicle fires occurring during charging within a six month period. *tr | |||
| 04/24/2008 | 15000 | 1 | |
| I am filing this report on behalf of the vehicle owner. owner name is hans larsen. i am a private electric vehicle service person, and have identified two software defects in the battery pack management system used in the 1997-1998 model chevrolet s-10ev electric truck. the vehicle noted in this complaint had been completely destroyed by a fire that began while the vehicle was charging in the customer driveway. i believe the fire was a result of one of the two known software program defects. i had previously contacted general motors regarding these suspicions, and have not received a reply as to whether they have interest in investigating the fire, and if the software program defects will be resolved. this is the first of three vehicle fires occurring during charging within a six month period. *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 08/03/2009 | 200000 | 1 | |
| Tl* the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet s10. while driving home he noticed a bubble on the right side of the hood. he continued driving, and then the vehicle caught on fire. the fire department extinguished the flames. the fire fighters could not identify the cause of the failure. the current and failure mileages were 200,000. updated 12/07/09 *bf the consumer stated gm placed an oversized 6 cylinder motor in the vehicle. updated 12/09/09 | |||
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE | |||
| 02/03/2013 | 85000 | ||
| I have read of a saftey recall on this vehical with the exact description of what happened to me, i should have had plenty of distance to stop, it's only a small pick up, i know for certian i have a fully loaded work truck a ford 3/4 ton econoline van and i know i could have stopped that vehicle in time. i was standing on the brakes, they just wouldnt do anything , in an emergency they just don't cut the mustard.i had extensive front end damage, and my neek has been not feeling good ever since. my father in law gave this truck to my wife hen he was no longer able to drive, and it was told to me he had the truck into the shop repeatedly for the same thing since it was new. seems to me gm should make it right and the body collision, beings they have known about it and havent done squat, and pay for my pain and medical. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 08/01/2009 | 70400 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet s10 pickup truck. the windshield wipers failed to operate normally. the mechanic stated that recall nhtsa campaign id number: 03v159000, windshield wiper motor is related to the failure. the manufacturer stated the vin was not a part of the existing recall and that they would be liable for the repairs. the contact was concerned that if this were to occur when it was raining the driver's visibility would be reduced. the contact is also concerned of the safety risk which could result in a crash. the fuel pump also failed at 27,000 miles. the current and failure mileages were approximately 70,400. | |||
| OTHER | |||
| 01/28/2007 | 102000 | 1 | 01/01/1997 |
| Clear coat on paint coming off. *nm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 08/10/2006 | 98500 | 1 | 04/10/1997 |
| Brakes totally failed, car started to roll down hill, only way to stop was to engage the parkig brake. cause was brake lines rusted out. *nm | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 02/03/2013 | 85000 | ||
| I have read of a saftey recall on this vehical with the exact description of what happened to me, i should have had plenty of distance to stop, it's only a small pick up, i know for certian i have a fully loaded work truck a ford 3/4 ton econoline van and i know i could have stopped that vehicle in time. i was standing on the brakes, they just wouldnt do anything , in an emergency they just don't cut the mustard.i had extensive front end damage, and my neek has been not feeling good ever since. my father in law gave this truck to my wife hen he was no longer able to drive, and it was told to me he had the truck into the shop repeatedly for the same thing since it was new. seems to me gm should make it right and the body collision, beings they have known about it and havent done squat, and pay for my pain and medical. | |||
| 06/04/2008 | 77000 | 1 | |
| This is in regards to a 1997 chevrolet s-10 pickup. it's a 4 cylinder, 2 wheel drive. the left tailgate strap broke. the strap is clearly rusted throughout which caused it to snap. i noticed that there is a recall on this type of strap on a gmc truck. this is not a part for the average person to replace since it requires some dismantling of the tailgate. my chevrolet dealer gave me an estimate of $90 to replace the left side. it would probably be wise to replace both of them. is chevrolet aware of this in their trucks and if so are they currently looking at a recall for this defective part? i would appreciate any information that you can provide. *tr | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - TAILGATE - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | |||
| 06/19/2001 | 30000 | 4 | 06/01/1999 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet s-10. the contact stated that the rear tailgate straps (cables) constantly fail. the contact made the repairs at least three times with parts purchased from the chevrolet dealer. the dealer stated that they would not cover the repair under warranty and that vehicle was too old. the failure mileage was 30,000 and current mileage was 86,000. updated 062909 *bf updated 07/01/09.*jb | |||
| 08/25/2006 | 72000 | 1 | 02/01/2005 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while lowering the tailgate, it was noticed the passenger side cable fractured. the vehicle has not been seen by a mechanic. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY | |||
| 04/16/2008 | 71100 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet s-10. the contact stated that the windshield wipers stop and start automatically when the motor is running. the dealer stated that the vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign id number 03v159000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer). the contact stated that he could wait until his vehicle is included in the recall. the failure mileage was 71,100. | |||
| VISIBILITY - REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER | |||
| 05/06/2003 | 60000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet s-10. the contact was driving approximately 35 mph in rainy weather conditions. the windshield wipers were in activation and began to function intermittently without intention. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they replaced the windshield wiper module to correct the failure. there was a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 03v159000 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer); however,the vin was not included in the recall. the failure mileage was approximately 60,000. js | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR | |||
| 08/01/2009 | 70400 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet s10 pickup truck. the windshield wipers failed to operate normally. the mechanic stated that recall nhtsa campaign id number: 03v159000, windshield wiper motor is related to the failure. the manufacturer stated the vin was not a part of the existing recall and that they would be liable for the repairs. the contact was concerned that if this were to occur when it was raining the driver's visibility would be reduced. the contact is also concerned of the safety risk which could result in a crash. the fuel pump also failed at 27,000 miles. the current and failure mileages were approximately 70,400. | |||
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| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
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| FL | ST PETERSBURG | 33713 | MAHER | 323-5000 |
| NY | ALBANY | DEPAULA CHEV | ||
| WI | GREEN BAY | KEN DRUDE CHEVROLET |