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.
Wheel Bearings went out over Easter wkend. Dealer did not look at it till Monday. Covered under powertrain warranty but talked me into repairing steering column and ball joint as well as 2 new front tires. Apparently the wheel bearings were leaking and causing a bad wear on my tires. So check you wear on your tires and make sure to have them look at the wheel bearings so you don't get stuck.
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Wheel Bearings went out over Easter wkend. Dealer did not look at it till Monday. Covered under powertrain warranty but talked me into repairing steering column and ball joint as well as 2 new front tires. Apparently the wheel bearings were leaking and causing a bad wear on my tires. So check you wear on your tires and make sure to have them look at the wheel bearings so you don't get stuck.
- nakamichael, Cedar Park, TX, US