This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
While parked battery acid was leaking inside of the vehicle from the positive post. The driver had the vehicle towed to the dealer for analysis, and the mechanic replaced the battery, but the problem still exists. This problem caused damages to other battery components, fenderwell and frame. The consumer requested reimbursement.
While traveling approximately 30 mph all brake operation had failed. Dealership examined vehicle, and determined that battery fluid had leaked on brake lines, causing brake failure. There was no crash or injury to report. Please provide any additional information / attachments.
We are experiencing the vehecle acting as though it wants to turn off, even while it is in motion. And this is very scary. We have 6 children, all under the age of 7. and this brings us to a concern. We heard that there was a recall on the battery. But we have no info., on who to contact. Please, let us know of your findings? thank you! robert jenkins
We are experiencing the vehecle acting as though it wants to turn off, even while it is in motion. And this is very scary. We have 6 children, all under the age of 7. and this brings us to a concern. We heard that there was a recall on the battery. But we have no info., on who to contact. Please, let us know of your findings? thank you! robert jenkins
- Greemsboro, NC, USA
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Ea oo 013; battery leaks acid: Vehicle battery was experiecing problem with acid leakages from the battery positive post. Battery was available for inspection if needed.
Efective battery does not give enough power to the vehicle while pulling horses which may cause a crash. Dealer cannot determine the problem, but have replace the alternator and other parts. Battery been replace 4 times. Problem is still occurring.
Ea oo 013/battery: Vehicle experienced problems with acid leakages from the battery posts. Two replacements were made, and problem was still occurring. A third replacement was made at consumer's cost, but was later reimbursed by dealer.
Vehicle would not start one morning. Noticed unusual fluid under vehicle beneath battery. Upon removing battery, evidence of major leak which caused visible damage to battery cradle including peeling of paint and corrosion damage to engine compartment.
Problem has occurred two times. First time the side mounted battery post leaked battery acid, spraying it on the engine/frame and wiring. The vehicle was not under warranty. The dealer remedied the problem by cleaning, replacing the battery and painting the vehicle. GMC knew of the problem, and because of a second occurrence of the same problem consumer must pay to have the same work done. Here is no recall on the battery as of yet.
When traveling at any speed the vehicle will cut off without warning, consumer also stated the vehicle accelerates without depressing the gas pedal. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Dealer realigned exhaust because it was causing a rattling noise. Power mirrow switch inoperable. Driver door handle (inside) inoperable, driver door inoperable. Battery was leaking acid, dealer replaced. Rear door lights inoperable. Fuel leak, dealer replaced fuel pump. Vehicle pulls to the right, dealer performed alignments, however has not improved pulling. Dealer has replaced injector pump twice, map sensor, and fuel solenoid due to vehicle stalliing. Engine light illuminated. Consumer stated dealer has agreed to buy back vehicle.
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- Pasadena, CA, USA