Gmc 3500 1999
Model 3500 made in 1999 by Gmc got 16 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline and service brakes. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. There was one recall concerning equipment adaptive .
Model 1999
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 ADAPTIVE | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V562000 | MOBILITY WORKS | from 01/01/1997 to 08/01/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 1660 | ODI | MOBILITY WORKS | 11/26/2004 | 11/24/2004 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain vans equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. sure-lok will handle the repairs for this campaign. owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Sure-lok recall no. 04e-058.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 04292004 | 04/29/2004 | 10013205 | Engine may have a condition in which the exhaust valve stem may become deformed. this includes 1999-01 chevrolet and gmc 4500 and 5500 models. *eh | 04/12/2005 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||
| Cab keeps filling up with exhaust fumes, causing passenger to get sick. dealer claims engine gets too hot, causing engine manifold to warp and gasket to blowout. it is a design flaw. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 10/27/2005 | 75000 | 2 | 12/01/1999 |
| Fuel tank under negative pressure by apparent stuck valve caused fuel tank rupture. happened twice. gm engineers said no defect, apparently there is and no further communication would be provided. fuel spilled out and was very dangerous, in my opinion. i am a degreed (msme) engineer. with an extensive auto background. *jb updated 11/15/05. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES | |||
| 09/14/2012 | 250000 | 1 | |
| I was driving in town closing in on an intersection as the light began to change red, two sedans were in front of me so i applied my brakes allowing plenty of time to stop when without warning the brake pedal sunk quickly to the floor and did not slow at all. i had to veer into the turn lane but could not make the turn due to speed and oncoming traffic. i cleared the intersection and had to veer into a busy parking lot ran over a stop block and continued through 2 yards and out a driveway back onto yet another road where the vehicle finally came to a stop. both yards had people in them and it was a miracle no one was hurt. this was the most terrifying driving experience in my life. upon inspection of the brake lines i found a tiny hole in the line crossing the engine yoke. as i furthered my inspection it came to my attention all the brake lines resembled burnt corn flakes and must all be replaced. *tr | |||
| 09/14/2012 | 250000 | ||
| I was driving in town closing in on an intersection as the light began to change red, two sedans were in front of me so i applied my breaks allowing plenty of time to stop when without warning the brake pedal sunk quickly to the floor and did not slow at all. i had to veer into the turn lane but could not make the turn due to speed and oncoming traffic. i cleared the intersection and had to veer into a busy parking lot ran over a stop block and continued through 2 yards and out a driveway back onto yet another road where the vehicle finally came to a stop. both yards had people in them and it was a miracle no one was hurt. this was the most terrifying driving experience in my life. upon inspection of the brake lines i found a tiny hole in the line crossing the engine yoke. as i furthered my inspection it came to my attention all the brake lines resembled burnt corn flakes and must all be replaced. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 58000 | 1 | ||
| The vehicle failed to stop when the brakes were applied. *jb ph | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 04/30/2004 | 59000 | 1 | |
| While braking vehicle pulsated and the brakes locked up, causing extended stopping distance. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak | |||
| 04/01/2000 | 0 | ||
| Brakes had gone bad, and pads were completely gone on the left side. right side still had half pad. consumer has always had problems stopping, and has been complaining to dealer. *ak | |||
| 01/01/2000 | 08/17/1999 | ||
| Consumer uses vehicle for everyday usages, and when the brakes get hot it is hard to stop vehicle. sometimes consumer has to increase the distance to stop. dealer has been notified, and has stated that they know of the problem. but, has not figured out a solution to fix vehicle. dealer has fixed consumer's car numerous times. but, the repaires have been at best guess repaires. they also said that there has not been enough repairs to determine the cause of problem, and fix it. *ak | |||
| When appyling the abs brakes on dry pavement the pedal nearly traveled to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. please give any further details. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 04/01/2000 | 0 | ||
| Brakes had gone bad, and pads were completely gone on the left side. right side still had half pad. consumer has always had problems stopping, and has been complaining to dealer. *ak | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 05/22/2003 | 19650 | 2 | 07/15/1999 |
| We have 4 1999 gmc 3500 series long vans used to transport students to various functions. returning from a field trip (with children) one of the tires suffered a ply separation. the driver did an excellent job of maintaining control and the tire was changed out by our towing service. further inspection showed another tire possibly ready to fail, and odd wear patterns. our district in the interests of safety decided to replace all 16 tires on all 4 vans. we would like to know if there are other problems with this particular type of tire...the tires are firestone steeltex radial r4x - lt245/75r16 load range e - dot# vn11 - 81a - 169 and dot # sp872r - d15l. *jb | |||
| 09/18/2000 | 1 | 02/04/2000 | |
| Firestone tire (p245 75 r16) experienced tread separation. *slc | |||
| 06/05/2000 | 1 | 09/02/1999 | |
| Original equipment on a 1999 chevrolet, lt245/75r16. tread separated from right rear tire at highway speeds. firestone has replaced tire free of charge.*ak dot#v011 678 140. *slc | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO | CANON CITY | 81212 | CITY AUTO PLAZA | 719-275-2329 |