CarComplaints.com Notes: Engines shouldn't need a new quart of oil every 500-1000 miles, but for thousands of Suburban owners that's exactly what's happening. Engine oil consumption on aluminum block engines with Active Fuel Management (AFM) is out of control and owners are left looking for answers.
The most likely culprit is an uncovered AFM valve which, in many cases, can be covered under warranty. The problem is the issues don't stop there and many owners have been told by GM just to buy a new engine. Take one guess who they want to pick up the tab.
1.6
hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
105,000 miles
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The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. The contact stated that the driver and passenger side low beam headlights failed without warning. The contact replaced the headlights on four occasions during a six-month period. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000. Updated 4/21/15 updated 10/9/15
- Kalamazoo, MI, USA
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- Kalamazoo, MI, USA