Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| 3060 | 3060A | 10009370 | The engine does not stall when performing a p1870 diagnostic test with the tech 2 scan tool or when commanding the torque converter clutch enable solenoid on applications that do not have the p1870 diagnostic test listed. 4l60e or 4l65e tr | 09/27/2004 | |
| 010730023B | 03/01/2002 | 010730023A | 634815 | Some customers may comment on a harsh 1-2 upshift and the check engine light or service engine soon indicator is illuminated and diagnostic trouble code p1870 set. *tt | 10/09/2002 |
| 010730023A | 11/01/2001 | 010730023 | 627839 | Information regarding harsh 1-2 upshift, service engine soon, malfunction indicator lamp, or cel illuminated, diagnostic trouble code p1870 set. (1996-2000 chevrolet and gmc light duty truck models) *yh | 02/25/2002 |
| 010730023 | 06/01/2001 | 622930 | Some owners with vehicles built before january 15,1999 may comment on a harsh 1-2 upshift and may also have a check engine light. *et | 10/24/2001 | |
| 577126A | 02/01/1997 | 51354 | Transmission fluid leak from pump body (replace bushing). *tw | 12/21/1999 | |
| 9674L60E04A | 04/01/1997 | 52554 | Transmission fluid leak from pump body (replace bushing). *tw | 08/14/1997 | |
| 577126B | 04/01/1997 | 57-71-26A | 52105 | Transmission fluid leak from pump body (replace bushing). *tw | 07/17/1997 |
| 577126R | 02/01/1997 | 57-71-26 | 51502 | Transmission fluid leak from pump body/replace bushing. *tw | 06/27/1997 |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT | |||||
| 020730024A | 08/01/2005 | 020730024B | 634999 | Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. *tt 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks. *tt | 10/11/2002 |
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 000730022B | 12/01/2004 | 000730022C | 618141 | A no reverse, no second gear, or no fourth gear condition. *tt updated *eh | 04/05/2001 |
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT | |||||
| 3188 | 10010619 | Driveshaft ping ting clang snap or click noise. *eh | 12/02/2004 | ||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 12/01/1997 | 3 | 05/01/1996 | |
| First transmission replaced at 34000 mnufacturer's warranty, second transmission being replaced with only 40,000 mi on it. manufacturer will only pay 1/3 of $2,200 cost. same problem on both transmissions. *ak | |||
| 04/11/1997 | 2 | 11/10/1995 | |
| Transmission failed. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||
| 07/22/1999 | 10 | 07/01/1999 | |
| The brakes are repeatedly failing. when stopping they will begin to slow the vehicle and then let go, allowing the vehicle to proceed forward. it is especially hazardous while turning. the no traction light illuminates when occurring. eventually this could lead to an accident.*ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES | |||
| 05/19/1996 | 2 | 04/25/1996 | |
| Consumer contacted the dealer on two occasions in reference to oil leaks, the consumer was driving at 60 mph and oil was leaking from the transmission dip stick onto the motor, causing the vehicle to catch fire in the engine compartment. *ak abs light illuminated, dealer replaced abs. *slc | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY - AXLE SHAFT | |||
| 05/05/1998 | 1 | 05/01/1998 | |
| Noticed roaring in the rear end of the vehicle after purchase. thought possibility of simple road noise at first. but later as the roar continued and got louder ,became convinced otherwise. i have worked in a garage in the past so i was aware of possible problems which could cause the noise, but did not believe these possibilities should exist at such a low mileage. the rear wheel bearings were replaced, but the roaring continues. the rear chunk was free of excess metal on the magnet, so the problem still remains a mystery since labor will cost so much. this is only a 3 year old car so you can imagine my frustration. an inquiry would be greatly appreciated and follow up later from nhtsa. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT | |||
| 05/05/1998 | 1 | 05/01/1998 | |
| Noticed roaring in the rear end of the vehicle after purchase. thought possibility of simple road noise at first. but later as the roar continued and got louder ,became convinced otherwise. i have worked in a garage in the past so i was aware of possible problems which could cause the noise, but did not believe these possibilities should exist at such a low mileage. the rear wheel bearings were replaced, but the roaring continues. the rear chunk was free of excess metal on the magnet, so the problem still remains a mystery since labor will cost so much. this is only a 3 year old car so you can imagine my frustration. an inquiry would be greatly appreciated and follow up later from nhtsa. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
| 12/07/2000 | 11/01/2000 | ||
| When cold or damp outside engine idle will race and stick at 2500 to 3000 rpm. vehicle has manual transmission - 5 speed. sometimes (ocassionally) turning off the vehicle and restarting solves the problem, most times no. could be dangerous in the winter causing excess torque to rear wheels. *ak | |||