Gmc C3500 2000
Model C3500 made in 2000 by Gmc got 6 consumer complains, 5 investigations there is 1 recall as well as 6 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train, service brakes, hydraulic and steering. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline and power train. The car had some investigations: service brakes, hydraulic, steering. There was one recall concerning equipment .
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. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| PIP-4695 | 09/01/2009 | 10032435 | Gm: loss of power hesitates on acceleration. 4.3, 4.8, 5.3, 5.7 and 6.0 engines coupled with the 4l60e or 4l65e may experience a condition of hesitates, misses or loss of power under acceleration. the vehicle may operate as if it is in r | 03/24/2010 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||||
| 010604037B | 10/01/2001 | 010604037A | 627790 | Information regarding fuel transfer pump inoperative. *yh | 02/25/2002 |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 010730021 | 05/01/2001 | 619742 | This technical service bulletin states that technicians may experience difficulty in removing the connectors from the park / neutral position switch, usually when trying to remove the switch during transmission service. *tt | 06/26/2001 | |
| 010730020 | 04/01/2001 | 619715 | Subject ordering reference table for ordering the new valve body, spacer plate and gasket kit. *tt | 06/25/2001 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| 010856004 | 08/01/2001 | 625163 | Information regarding security lamp illuminating on the instrument panel, engine stall, no start, and diagnosic trouble code b2960. *slc | 11/19/2001 | |
| 010730002B | 05/01/2001 | 010730002A | 619741 | Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is on; the transmission is stuck in third gear; and / or the instrument cluster is inoperative. *tt | 06/26/2001 |
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 | ||||||
| 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 | ||||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT | |||
| 0 | |||
| Vehicle is missing three parts of the differential on rear wheel. vehicle was taken to the dealership numerous times. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 05/28/2010 | 57007 | ||
| Brake lines have corroded to the point the vehicle fails local safety inspection cause was said to be bad material used in brake line construction. | |||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - PUMP | |||
| 03/05/2003 | 33000 | 1 | 04/01/2000 |
| The shaft pump broke, which resulted in vehicle losing power steering and brakes. *jb | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 02/19/2006 | 19000 | 1 | |
| Road debris bounced up and broke off the shifter cable rendering my shifter inoperable. i had to crawl under the truck and shift it by hand to get it to a place to have the cable replaced. very dangerous. *nm | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 10/06/2000 | |||
| Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 65mph on highway and heard a noise. he was able to pull over to the shoulders, and noticed that right rear tire tread had separated, there were no injuries. firestone, steel tex, 24575r16. he took vehicle took firestone, and the attendant replaced tire.*ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES - EXTERIOR | |||
| 06/24/2005 | 1 | ||
| Dt: a 2000 gmc 3500 dump truck which was passing by struck the consumer who was on a bicycle. this resulted in a cracked bicycle helmet and caused consumer to be thrown out of the way by the side view mirror. the consumer sustained serious injuries. consumer felt this was a design flaw and filed a safety complaint. *ak *jb | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TX | HOUSTON | BECK & MASTEN |