Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2009
Model Silverado 2500 made in 2009 by Chevrolet got 28 consumer complains as well as 20 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system and electronic stability control. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags and digital instrument panel.
Model 2009
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||||
| SB-08-06-03-006A | 02/01/2009 | 10028753 | General motors: engine running with key off, continuous run; sensing diagnostic module (sdm), no communication, service air bag light illuminated (install diode to solenoid/relay). *pe | 05/22/2009 | |
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||||
| PIE-0115 | 09/01/2010 | 10036184 | Gmc/chevrolet: engineering information-malfunction indicator lamp (mil). check engine light on, change fuel filter/engine power is reduced message displayed on dic, dtc p0087 set. engineering attempting to determine root cause of the low f | 03/11/2011 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| CSP-10414 | 01/01/2012 | 10043504 | Gmc/chevrolet: see docuemtn search button for owner letter. auxiliary battery feed may cause fusible link to melt and open circuit to prevent damage or fire in wiring harness, due to electrical over load. *pe | 04/06/2012 | |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | |||||
| PIT-4997 | 03/01/2010 | 10034465 | Chevrolet/gmc: trac off and service stabilitrak message with dtc c0900. if the vehicle is driven aggressively immediately after a cold start, would receive a trac off and service stabilitrac message. this concern may also occur if the en | 11/17/2010 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| PIE-0115 | 09/01/2010 | 10036184 | Gmc/chevrolet: engineering information-malfunction indicator lamp (mil). check engine light on, change fuel filter/engine power is reduced message displayed on dic, dtc p0087 set. engineering attempting to determine root cause of the low f | 03/11/2011 | |
| SB-08-06-04-054A | 01/01/2010 | 10034364 | Chevrolet/gmc: snow or ice ingestion into air cleaner element, malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated, engine power is reduced message displayed, dtc p0101 set (perform repair as outlined). *pe | 11/08/2010 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | |||||
| SB-08-06-04-054A | 01/01/2010 | 10034364 | Chevrolet/gmc: snow or ice ingestion into air cleaner element, malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated, engine power is reduced message displayed, dtc p0101 set (perform repair as outlined). *pe | 11/08/2010 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||||
| PIE-0115 | 09/01/2010 | 10036184 | Gmc/chevrolet: engineering information-malfunction indicator lamp (mil). check engine light on, change fuel filter/engine power is reduced message displayed on dic, dtc p0087 set. engineering attempting to determine root cause of the low f | 03/11/2011 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| SB-080730049B | 04/01/2011 | 10038984 | Gm: some vehicles may have transmission fluid leaking from the coolant lines in cold temperatures. *rm | 06/30/2011 | |
| SB-080730049B | 04/01/2011 | 10038984 | Gm: | 06/30/2011 | |
| PIP-4395 | 08/01/2008 | 10026149 | Gmc: flare and or harsh 2-3 shifts. this condition may be caused by leaking 1-2-3-4 and 3-5-r clutch fluid seal rings (230). models cadillacs, chevrolets, gmc, hummers, pontiacs. equipped with 6l80 (rpo myc) or 6l90 (rpo myd) automati | 10/02/2008 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||||
| SB-08-06-03-006A | 02/01/2009 | 10028753 | General motors: engine running with key off, continuous run; sensing diagnostic module (sdm), no communication, service air bag light illuminated (install diode to solenoid/relay). *pe | 05/22/2009 | |
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR | |||||
| 05-09-40-002E | 10/01/2010 | 10037184 | Ready | 05/11/2011 | |
| 05-09-40-002E | 10/01/2010 | 10037184 | Gm: service bulletin explaining when the safety belts are supposed to lock. *rm | 05/11/2011 | |
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - WEBBING | |||||
| 05-09-40-002E | 10/01/2010 | 10037184 | Gm: service bulletin explaining when the safety belts are supposed to lock. *rm | 05/11/2011 | |
| 05-09-40-002E | 10/01/2010 | 10037184 | Ready | 05/11/2011 | |
| STEERING | |||||
| 05-02-32-008D | 06/01/2012 | 10044941 | General motors: diagnosing power steering concerns. in rare cases, customers may comment on a lack of steering assist when stopped or during parking lot type of maneuvers. *js | 08/06/2012 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||||
| PIT-3749D | 11/01/2010 | 10037570 | Gm: on some truck models there is some frame corrosion. *rm | 05/25/2011 | |
| PIT-3749D | 11/01/2010 | 10037570 | Ready | 05/25/2011 | |
| TIRES | |||||
| 05-02-32-008D | 06/01/2012 | 10044941 | General motors: diagnosing power steering concerns. in rare cases, customers may comment on a lack of steering assist when stopped or during parking lot type of maneuvers. *js | 08/06/2012 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 05/04/2010 | 1101 | ||
| While driving normally (35-40 mph on a residential road) in dry conditions, the check engine light illuminates and the onboard error message reads service traction control, service stabilitrak, engine power down. consequently, the vehicle will not travel faster than approximately 40 mph and steering sharply becomes difficult. this error has occurred twice in the 11 weeks we have had our new 2009 silverado 2500 hd. with the first repair (odometer 1101 miles), they could not find anything wrong with the truck. they just reset the computer. the second repair was 4 days ago (3948 miles). they found the i/p to body harness connector corroded, cleaned the terminals, and applied dielectric grease. we are extremely fearful that this defect will occur again while we are towing a 5500 pound travel trailer. without steering, stability and engine power a serious accident could occur. when my concerns were explained to the local gm dealership, the general manager stated that he could not guarantee that they could fix our truck or gurarantee it would be safe to tow a trailer. | |||
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | |||
| 05/04/2010 | 1101 | ||
| While driving normally (35-40 mph on a residential road) in dry conditions, the check engine light illuminates and the onboard error message reads service traction control, service stabilitrak, engine power down. consequently, the vehicle will not travel faster than approximately 40 mph and steering sharply becomes difficult. this error has occurred twice in the 11 weeks we have had our new 2009 silverado 2500 hd. with the first repair (odometer 1101 miles), they could not find anything wrong with the truck. they just reset the computer. the second repair was 4 days ago (3948 miles). they found the i/p to body harness connector corroded, cleaned the terminals, and applied dielectric grease. we are extremely fearful that this defect will occur again while we are towing a 5500 pound travel trailer. without steering, stability and engine power a serious accident could occur. when my concerns were explained to the local gm dealership, the general manager stated that he could not guarantee that they could fix our truck or gurarantee it would be safe to tow a trailer. | |||
| ENGINE | |||
| 08/04/2009 | 10 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet silverado 2500. the contact stated that when you press the accelerator there is a few second delay before the vehicle responds. the contact stated that when the vehicle did respond the vehicle almost spent out of control. the contact also stated that when you release the accelerator, it takes a few minutes before it starts to slow down. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told there was nothing that could be done to fix the problem. the failure mileage was 10 and the current mileage was 50,000.rl | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||
| 06/28/2009 | 12000 | 1 | |
| Gm 2008 silverado 2500 series. twelve thousand vehicle miles, vehicle was a total loss. thermal event vehicle claim number (71-737328910), esis group tracking number 675794. vehicle | |||
| EQUIPMENT | |||
| 01/24/2010 | 12000 | 1 | |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet silverado 2500. while driving 55 mph his spare tire fell from underneath the vehicle and hit another vehicle behind him. the tire damaged the front end and two people were injured. a police report is available. the brackets were loose and bent when the tire came off. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who noticed that the tire was too heavy for the brackets that held it in place. the insurance company was also called and will be contacting the gm manufacturer. the failure mileage was 12,000. updated 04/01/10 *bf | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 07/14/2011 | 36270 | ||
| Service trailer brake system message came on. next day chevy found circuits rubbing on bracket... repaired, covered harness with conduit..repositioned away from e-brake... dealer found chevy doc#2491825 that warns the dealership of wiring chaff concern ear the e-brake pedal but no notice was sent to owners. truck manual on page 3-37 says to take it to a dealer if the message remains on after the ignition is cycled on and off. message did not return, but took in anyway. chevy dealer said computer records show this condition was detected a number of times but we received only one single message on the digital information center. a brake system failure while rv or commercial towing downhill or on wet roads could lead to catastrophic results-owners should be notified and affected vehicles inspected. | |||
| STEERING | |||
| 06/20/2011 | 36000 | ||
| I have a 2009 chevy silverado hd 4x4. i june of 2011 after owning the truck 1 month i bgan hearing a clunking noise that seems to be coming from the right front wheel area. after taking it to the dealership where they coould not hear the noise or find the problem the noise has gotten worse and i can now feel it through the floor board. it is the end of july 2011 now and i wonder if im going to live every time i round a bend. | |||
| 05/04/2010 | 1101 | ||
| While driving normally (35-40 mph on a residential road) in dry conditions, the check engine light illuminates and the onboard error message reads service traction control, service stabilitrak, engine power down. consequently, the vehicle will not travel faster than approximately 40 mph and steering sharply becomes difficult. this error has occurred twice in the 11 weeks we have had our new 2009 silverado 2500 hd. with the first repair (odometer 1101 miles), they could not find anything wrong with the truck. they just reset the computer. the second repair was 4 days ago (3948 miles). they found the i/p to body harness connector corroded, cleaned the terminals, and applied dielectric grease. we are extremely fearful that this defect will occur again while we are towing a 5500 pound travel trailer. without steering, stability and engine power a serious accident could occur. when my concerns were explained to the local gm dealership, the general manager stated that he could not guarantee that they could fix our truck or gurarantee it would be safe to tow a trailer. | |||
| 01/31/2010 | 6400 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet silverado 2500 hd. the contact stated that while trying to depress the brake pedal to stop at a 4-way stop sign, the brakes applied hard as if he had made a panic stop. as he was leaving the 4-way stop and driving up a hill, he tried to turn the corner and had much difficulty doing so. he heard a popping sound and the difficulty continued. however, a short time later, the steering seemed to correct itself. the contact took the vehicle to the dealership but was told that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. the contact felt that the power brake that was hooked to the power steering may have contributed to the failure and maybe the power steering pump may have been faulty. he had not called the manufacturer to-date. the vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. the current mileage was approximately 6,500. the failure mileage was approximately 6,400. | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 09/01/2011 | 1200 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet silverado 2500 hd with green diamond icelander tires (na), size 245/75/r16. the contact stated that he noticed that the driver side rear, front and the passenger front tires were out of round. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where they confirmed the failure and advised having the three tires replaced. the tires were replaced with the same brand and line of the previous tires. once the tires were installed, the front passenger tire experienced tread separation. the vehicle was taken to the dealer again where they replaced all four tires. the manufacturer was contacted but had not responded to the contact. the failure mileage was approximately 1,200. kmj | |||
| 09/01/2011 | 43200 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet silverado 2500 hd and it has green diamond icelander(na), size 245/75/r16 tires. the contact stated that he noticed that the the left rear and the front passenger and driver side tires were out of round. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they advised him that they were out of round and needed 3 new tires. the vehicle was repaired with 3 new tires ofthe same brand and line. after having the new tires placed on the front passenger tire tread had separated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer again and they replaced all 4 tires. the manufacturer was contacted and have yet to hear anything. the failure mileage was approximately 1,200. tb | |||
| TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM | |||
| 05/04/2010 | 1101 | ||
| While driving normally (35-40 mph on a residential road) in dry conditions, the check engine light illuminates and the onboard error message reads service traction control, service stabilitrak, engine power down. consequently, the vehicle will not travel faster than approximately 40 mph and steering sharply becomes difficult. this error has occurred twice in the 11 weeks we have had our new 2009 silverado 2500 hd. with the first repair (odometer 1101 miles), they could not find anything wrong with the truck. they just reset the computer. the second repair was 4 days ago (3948 miles). they found the i/p to body harness connector corroded, cleaned the terminals, and applied dielectric grease. we are extremely fearful that this defect will occur again while we are towing a 5500 pound travel trailer. without steering, stability and engine power a serious accident could occur. when my concerns were explained to the local gm dealership, the general manager stated that he could not guarantee that they could fix our truck or gurarantee it would be safe to tow a trailer. | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 08/04/2009 | 10 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet silverado 2500. the contact stated that when you press the accelerator there is a few second delay before the vehicle responds. the contact stated that when the vehicle did respond the vehicle almost spent out of control. the contact also stated that when you release the accelerator, it takes a few minutes before it starts to slow down. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told there was nothing that could be done to fix the problem. the failure mileage was 10 and the current mileage was 50,000.rl | |||
| 05/04/2010 | 1101 | ||
| While driving normally (35-40 mph on a residential road) in dry conditions, the check engine light illuminates and the onboard error message reads service traction control, service stabilitrak, engine power down. consequently, the vehicle will not travel faster than approximately 40 mph and steering sharply becomes difficult. this error has occurred twice in the 11 weeks we have had our new 2009 silverado 2500 hd. with the first repair (odometer 1101 miles), they could not find anything wrong with the truck. they just reset the computer. the second repair was 4 days ago (3948 miles). they found the i/p to body harness connector corroded, cleaned the terminals, and applied dielectric grease. we are extremely fearful that this defect will occur again while we are towing a 5500 pound travel trailer. without steering, stability and engine power a serious accident could occur. when my concerns were explained to the local gm dealership, the general manager stated that he could not guarantee that they could fix our truck or gurarantee it would be safe to tow a trailer. | |||
| 03/03/2009 | 2000 | 1 | 03/01/2009 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet silverado 2500. the vehicle was purchased in march of 2009. since that time, the vehicle accelerates suddenly. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer on four occasions. on one occasion, while slowing down for a traffic light at 20 mph, the vehicle proceeded to move forward while the brake pedal was depressed. the vehicle stopped when the ignition was turned off. the dealer was unable to diagnose the failures; however, they installed a device that should be able to read the electronic activities. the contact is concerned that he might crash into another vehicle due to the unexpected acceleration. the manufacturer filed report number 71-7284 and stated that the report will be closed because the failure was intermittent. the failure mileage was 2,000 and current mileage was 5,000. updated 06/12/09 *bf updated 06/16/09.*jb | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OH | WESTLAKE | PAT O'BRIEN CHEVROLET |