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Ongoing/intermittent problems with throttle sticking. Vehicle been to dealer on two occasions and problem reoccurring. The vehicle was taken in for repairs on a sticking throttle. The problem was repaired but consumer was informed by the technician that it was ongoing with these vehicles and it would happen again.
While vehicle in reverse it will engage in high rpms. Dealer has been notified. Consumer has told mechanic there was a service bulletin concerning ABS brake system on Chevrolet, Silverado truck.
While at dealership for repair work mechanic determined that rear rotors were crumbling and needed to be replaced, drums and lining as well. The emergency brake was not working. The rear brakes were corroded and worn out. The rear brake pads and both rear rotors were replaced. The brake shoes on both sides were replaced. There was a squeaking noise in the front end when the vehicle goes over bumps. The driver door panel failed and was reinstalled, also the arm rest for the bucket seat pops off constantly, seat belts lock up after being replaced twice under recall, the steering joint was repaired, also when consumer steps on the gas, the truck does not move for a few seconds, the rear window was replaced, due to leaking, and the engine hesitates.
- Banner Elk, NC, USA
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Throttle linkage has shown increasing pedal effort to move accelerator from the idle position. Was advised by dealer that throttle body should be cleaned, however service manual indicates throttle body should not need cleaning except for high mileage engines. A later service bulletin indicates throttle body replacement is warranted (#00-06-04-007B). Although condition began prior to expiration of warranty, dealer will not repair vehicle (mileage >36000). Since new, have also had to have both power window drive motors and regulators replaced (one under warranty and another after warranty expiration).
Would have no ABS brakes after pressing on brake pedal. Had fuse removed due to ABS pump continuing to run. ABS module had shorted out. Have taken to mechanic, but warranty expired. Drivers side window will not roll up, there was a popping noise when backing up and turning, dealer replaced lower ball joint, passenger side window leaks, leather seats are torn, cruise control module was replaced, dash panel parts inoperative, also cup holder rattles and the right back window leaks.
The ABS motor continues to run with key in off position fuse was pulled after talking to dealer. Throttle body making accelerator pedal stick in stop position making more press. Having to be applied and truck to jump foward when stick breaks free.
The throttle was sticking, the dealer informed the consumer that the problem with the throttle was a maintenance problem, the consumer searched the owners manual to see if such maintenance was indicated as, but it wasn't, the consumer feels this info should be included in the owners manual. Nlm
Vehicle will not go into drive after it sits for a while. Vehicle will start up, but once it goes in drive engine will rev, but no movement. Problem seems to be intermittent. Dealer couldn't find anything wrong with vehicle. Consumer is considering getting a second opinion. When hitting bumps and applying the brakes, there is a noise. Accelerator pedal sticks, dealer replaced the throtle body. Plastic bezel at tailgate handle came off, delaer reinstalled.
Throttle started to stick as pressing down. It made tires spin and vehicle jump. Dealer found no recall, but told consumer they would add some lubrication. Consumer wasn't sure what was done, but problem seemed to be corrected.
After pickup has been driven for a few minutes, like to a shopping center, and the engine is stopped. Upon restarting engine the throttle will stick, requiring an estamated 30 to 80 pounds pressure to activate. Then, it will suddenly depress causing the pickup to "jump." This is dangerous, particularly backing out into traffic or trying to back to hitch a trailer.
The throttle sticks (hangs up) from the idle position causing dangerous jack rabbit lunges from zero speed. Throttle cable retaining ring sticks in guide sleeve.
When we first noticed the accelerator sticking, the dealer would not look at it until they could duplicate the problem so we literally had to smash our foot on the accelator to get the vehicle to accelorate. At times we were trying to cross 4 lanes of traffic and the accelerator would stick in the middle of the intersection at which point the dealer could reduplicate the problem and the throttle plate was cleaned. Approximately 1-2 months later it began showing the same symptoms only this time it is taking longer to completely stick. It was explained to me that the dealer will not be reimbursed for the parts by GM if they can't prove the accelerator sticks first. My question then is do I have to be killed by an oncoming semi while trying to cross 4 lanes of traffic before someone will fix my vehicle properly. My next question is am I the only one complaining about this. Someone needs to take a closer look at this problem and fix it before a fatality occurs. My last question is what causes this problem. I have heard a variety of excuses that throttle plates get dirty, a new car shouldn't be doing that, etc, etc. Help!!!!!( dot number: Tire size: 16 )
While driving on local road was close to a tree, looked back to the right and driver side seat belt became caught, and made vehicle accelerate. It spun the tires, and hit the tree. Contacted dealer.
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- Franksville, WI, USA