Issue ID | 1349337 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10945567 |
Manufacurer | General Motors LLC |
Brand | CHEVROLET |
Model | SILVERADO 1500 |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 01/11/16 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | My truck has been consuming excessive oil. I have used the synthetic oil that is specified and changed the oil every 5000 miles. Took it to the dealer and they said they have identified problems with the engine but my warranty has expired. I had to spend another $2,000 for an extended warranty to cover the future fixes they described. There should have been a recall to fix this problem when it was identified. I bought this vehicle new and have never been told of the issue until i complained to a chevy dealer. They know it exists yet they try to fix it with a band-aide type solution. In the end i had to spend $2,000 to cover a problem they knew existed yet did not let me know so i could bring it in before the warranty expired. Now i am told i have to endure an oil consumption test requiring me to drive 45 minutes to the dealer, wait for my test and return again. Then they experiment with three different things that might fix it before they replace the engine costing me time, money and inconvenience. As i type this i have to endure the chevy truck commercial that says they are the best built, longest lasting truck. I am disappointed and frustrated. I should have been notified of this problem long ago. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 112000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | WIMBERLEY, TX |
VIN pattern | 3GCPKSE74DGXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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