2000 Chevrolet Pickup
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Owner complaints
32 complaints2 involved a crash2 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Service brakes
Vehicle did not stop, applied emergency brakes, I was backing out of my driveway went to apply brakes peddle went to the floor, lucky there were no vehicle passing while backing up. after further investigation found that brake lines were rusted, had to get towed to mechanic for repair at a cost of…
Vehicle did not stop, applied emergency brakes, I was backing out of my driveway went to apply brakes peddle went to the floor, lucky there were no vehicle passing while backing up. after further investigation found that brake lines were rusted, had to get towed to mechanic for repair at a cost of $1,000. The vehicle only has 86,000 miles, the only part on the whole vehicle that IS rusted are the brake lines, I hope that this can be rectified because this was an expensive repair and could of become deadly. ( the mechanic used stainless steel brake lines for the repair which he showed me the receipt at a cost $35.00 the rest was labor cost 2 days in shop). *tr
- Unknown or other
I was driving on a gravel road when my spare tire under my 2000 Z71 chevrolet extended cab pickup fell from under the truck. It made the rear end of my truck bounce up as it turned sideways coming under the bed of the truck. I was pulling a two wheel trailer at the time and the tire went under the…
I was driving on a gravel road when my spare tire under my 2000 Z71 chevrolet extended cab pickup fell from under the truck. It made the rear end of my truck bounce up as it turned sideways coming under the bed of the truck. I was pulling a two wheel trailer at the time and the tire went under the trailer. I looked in my rear view mirror when I felt the truck bounce up and saw the trailer as it hit the tire. The trailer bounced about three to four feet in the air as it ran over the tumbling tire. A car behind me almost had an accident dodging the tire as it flew up in the air and landed in the ditch. I told the chevy dealership about the accident. They said the cable holding the spare tire under the truck had broken and it wasn't covered on a recall. I'm not sure about why the cable broke but if there had been a big accident, there would have been a big lawsuit. I don't remember the exact date or time but the dealership should because I called and reported it immediately. The dates are approximate. *Jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Dt*: the contact stated while applying the brake pedal it felt as though something grabs then it will release. there IS a nhtsa recall, # 05v379000, regarding the ABS. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it IS not included in the recall due to the vin. the…
Dt*: the contact stated while applying the brake pedal it felt as though something grabs then it will release. there IS a nhtsa recall, # 05v379000, regarding the ABS. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it IS not included in the recall due to the vin. the vehicle has not been to the dealership at this time to determine the problem. the manufacturer has been alerted. updated 3/20/2006 - *nm
- Visibility › Power window devices and controls
2000 chevrolet pickup truck experiencing problems with windows freezing and not opening when the temperatures are below 32 degrees. *mr it would take up to 30 miles before they would un-thaw. both cables had broken at a cost to the consumer. (Driver side) gm IS aware of this problem and has placed too small of a cable in the motor assembly and would not recall them. *sc *jb
- Structure › Body › Tailgate › Hinge and attachments
While sitting on the tailgate, the support straps snapped. *jb *sc
- Structure › Body › Tailgate › Hinge and attachments
The cable that holds the tailgate in place continually breaks. *Ak the dealer told the consumer to bring the truck in to be repaired but when he got there they told him the repair was only for the full size truck. *nm
- Tires › Tread/belt
While driving 65 mph rear passenger side tire tread separated, causing a blowout. Consumer managed to pull over to change tire. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. goodyear , 275/75r16, dot#m63dekwr200. *ak it was later determined that the steel band broke. the consuer request a written report on the numner of similar goodyear tire failures. *nm
- Structure › Body › Tailgate
While loading the vehicle tailgate snapped and collapsed. consumer sustained minor back injuries (mild pain). *Ak
- Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers
While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled due to a blown fuse. *ak *scc *jb
- Tires › Tread/belt
While driving at 65 mph rear passenger side tire tread separated without warning. Dealer notified. *Ak tread separated while driving on the highway. Consumer couldn't control the vehicle due to the entire tread coming off the tire. Tire didn't blow. *ph
- Power train › Driveline
The rear driveline came off and had to be replaced. *nlm. *ak
- Parking brake
Emergency brake on 2000-1500-z71-pick up failed at 37,000. service shop claims they have this trouble quite often--between 10,000 miles on up. Shop claims factory problem. Cost to repair-$300.00 *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
The ABS light illuminated. the ABS system failed and does not work. *nlm
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Throttle would stick in idle position distracting the consumer. Dealer has been notified. ph
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash · Vehicle speed control
Seems to be a short in electrical system. Low fuel light comes on even with a full tank. Sometimes when u open passenger door the fuel guage goes back to full and the light goes out. The throttle seems to stick all the time I run 89 octane fuel in it and run fuel sytem cleaner thru it also but…
Seems to be a short in electrical system. Low fuel light comes on even with a full tank. Sometimes when u open passenger door the fuel guage goes back to full and the light goes out. The throttle seems to stick all the time I run 89 octane fuel in it and run fuel sytem cleaner thru it also but nothing seems to help. It seems to have a catch in the pedalwhen u first push on it. which IS dangerous when the roads are wet or icy. because u have to mash the pedal so hard. causing over acceleration. also the switches for the four wheel drive go out when u travel over 70 miles without stopping. dt
- Tires
The end of july, my right front tire developed a bubble and some separation. I had the tire replaced and had the remainder checked and rotated. on august 17 while on my way home from tucson, the right rear tire separated and blew. we went off the road and rolled into a palo verde tree. luckily…
The end of july, my right front tire developed a bubble and some separation. I had the tire replaced and had the remainder checked and rotated. on august 17 while on my way home from tucson, the right rear tire separated and blew. we went off the road and rolled into a palo verde tree. luckily, myself and my passenger escaped with minor cuts and bruises. the insurance company totalled my vehicle. they did not cover anywhere near replacement value of the truck nor my welding equipment which was also totalled. I believe that general tire should be made to compensate me for these losses. since the accident, I've done some research into the incidence of tire separation on general tires. specifically, the ameri 550 as has a higher claim rate (124.4/million) than the firestone tires which were recalled (15/million). over and above the monetary losses, I feel very lucky to be alive. this brings me to my major concern, the idea that maybe the next person driving on these tires might not be so lucky. general tire needs to be held accountable.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum
10/12/2000 (mileage18879) machined rear drums due to being out of round, 12/08/2000 (mileage22107)replaced both rear drums, 12/12/2000 (mileage22280) replaced both rear drums, 01/10/2000 (mileage24197) repair: resurfaced and cleaned front rotors, 1/26/2000 (mileage24714) brakes pulsating.…
10/12/2000 (mileage18879) machined rear drums due to being out of round, 12/08/2000 (mileage22107)replaced both rear drums, 12/12/2000 (mileage22280) replaced both rear drums, 01/10/2000 (mileage24197) repair: resurfaced and cleaned front rotors, 1/26/2000 (mileage24714) brakes pulsating. Technician stated the condition could not be duplicated, 07/20/2001 (mileage37987) brakes pulsating. Rear drums out of round and replaced along with new shoes. The vehicle still has the same problem but the dealers don't want to fix it without me having to pay for it since it IS over the 36,000 mile warranty. I don't feel that I should have to pay for a defect that started(and has not been fixed) before the warranty period ended. Thank you for any help that you can give me with this problem. Marvin mero. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
I bought this vehicle in dec. 2001. I had problems with the ABS from the beginning. The dealer had certain part of the ABS replaced, but problems persisted. The ABS does not stop thew vehicle at low speeds( under 35mph) and this has resulted in 2 crashes and vehicle damage. Dealer can not seem to repair problem.*ak
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
Clunking noise comming up steering shaft to steering wheel indicates something loose in steering linkeage when turining either right or left at all speeds. At freeway speeds when turning slightly to right or left on curves clunking noise IS loud and starts to viberate up shaft to steering wheel…
Clunking noise comming up steering shaft to steering wheel indicates something loose in steering linkeage when turining either right or left at all speeds. At freeway speeds when turning slightly to right or left on curves clunking noise IS loud and starts to viberate up shaft to steering wheel into hands and arms causing body fatigue. I don't feel safe in this truck because of what may happen when complete failure occurs. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Brake pedal pushes to the floor and anti lock very sensitive, engage under normal pressure on bumpy road. A very insecure and unsafe feeling.
- Parking brake › Conventional
Emergency brake will not work. dealership says there IS no fix for this defect.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc
Truck has been in friendly chev 6 times for brakes and rim work at 1600 miles first brake job and 3 times front pads 2 back . Deal told me that they have been having same on most 3500 truck for years they tell me to bring back every time with in a week or so same pull to left pedal to floor .. They…
Truck has been in friendly chev 6 times for brakes and rim work at 1600 miles first brake job and 3 times front pads 2 back . Deal told me that they have been having same on most 3500 truck for years they tell me to bring back every time with in a week or so same pull to left pedal to floor .. They also tell me to back up at 20mph and lock up brake that will help spring in back .. chev rep.. are not doing anything they say bring back to dealer for brake again .. this IS a safty that IS going to get some one killed .. When brake are hot they pull the wheel out of hand at 55 mph ,, I have told them this from 1 month from new that the brakes are not working the way they should..
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist · Tires › Tread/belt
Uneventreadwear-tread separationcausingrearsidepaneldamage-powersteering pumpshaft brokewithlossof steering and brakes. *Ak (tiresize: lt24575r16)
- Tires
I have had 3 tires fail begining at 13,000 miles on the vehicle and 7500 miles on the first tire. The second and third tire failed 8/30/01 and had 13850 and 21980 miles on the tires respectively. All failures were tread separation. The tire failure caused. *Ak (tiresize: 245 75R 16)
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Ground strap to engine block came loose. starter ground current then passed through a hydraulic hose causing it to severely overheat. hose later failed resulting in simultaneous loss of power brakes and power steering.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Hydraulic pump failres
Gm IS conducting a recall on all subject vehicles build between may 1999 and october 14, 1999.significant changes were incorporated into production in early october 1999, and vehicles built after that date have lower warranty failure rates.the complaint and warranty data appear to support the effectiveness of these…
Gm IS conducting a recall on all subject vehicles build between may 1999 and october 14, 1999.significant changes were incorporated into production in early october 1999, and vehicles built after that date have lower warranty failure rates.the complaint and warranty data appear to support the effectiveness of these changes. Gm made additional changes in november 1999, february 2000, may 2001, and february 2004.odi will continue to monitor this problem and will take further action, if warranted, in the future.for further technical details see the attached engineering analysis report.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10115143This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about gasoline powered cars, mid-size trucks, light duty trucks, and heavy duty trucks with premature catalytic converter failures. It is recommended to inspect for a poor crimp on the grounds ring terminal at the engine block for the bank with the concern and repair the wire.
- 10114474This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about connectivity concerns when connecting an Apple device via USB cord. Technician should insure the customer is using an original equipment manufacturer Apple USB cable.
- 10114470This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
- 10114431This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue when using Bluetooth voice recognition with an iPhone. Technician should work with the customer to insure the phone contacts to not have any Emojis loaded to any contact.
- 10114408This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from Canada to the United States. While in the United States they are unable to receive Turn-by-Turn directions. Due to the existing cellular provider not having roaming agreements in areas outside of Canada to support transmitting of the packet data required for Turn-By-Turn feature to operate. The customer has 3 options while traveling through the United Sates. First if the vehicle is equipped with a navigation radio they can request a "Destination Download" to the vehicle. Second if the customer uses the OnStar RemoteLink app they can send the directions to the vehicle. The third option would be to have the vehicle loaded with a "500 phone number" The customer will no longer be able to use their Hands Free Calling minutes when the new 500 phone number is loaded. If a customer chooses to restore Hands Free Calling in the future a new phone number will be assigned to the vehicle; previous phone numbers are not available.
- 10114343This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone calls. Technician will need to determine what type of call the customer is having that is unwanted. The vehicle may receive an incoming call just like any other phone. Typically the customer will hear the phone ringing in the vehicle. This scenario also includes incoming Bluetooth calls. One type of unwanted call can be made if the key pad is faulty the OnStar system will try to make a blue button call for shorted voltage in the circuits. The OnStar module could have an internal fault and produce a "Phone Unavailable" audio message also it may have a Diagnostic Trouble Code U1500 or B1000. Refer to diagnostics for the Diagnostic Trouble Code making sure to follow any applicable Bulletins or Preliminary Information sheets. A "Ready" or "OnStar ready" audio message heard while driving. In some cases it has been found that the customer is inadvertently pressing the ?push to talk? button on the steering wheel controls. On rare occasions, other issues in the steering column or Steering Wheel Control system may induce this concern.
- 10114342This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
- 10113722This informational bulletin provides information on communication with OnStar module after Canadian cellular upgrade.
- 10113720This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar cellular communication upgrade.
- 10113662This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel with information on flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) and the usage of E85 fuel in GM vehicles.
- 10113654This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar cellular communication upgrade.
- 10113652This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar cellular communication upgrade.
- 10112697This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, engine misfire, and/or engine noise. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0300-P0308. If published Service Information diagnostics does not isolate the cause of this concern technician should check for a worn camshaft lobe and/or lifter roller, a sticking valve, valve leakage, a broken valve spring, and a collapsed active fuel management lifter.
- 10112664This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles may have a no power or no connect concern. Technician will find that the OnStar led is red and Diagnostic Trouble Code U1500 is set. Technician will need to replace the Vehicle Communication Interface Module if the Station Identification number falls in the ranges 14,000,000 - 16,000,000 or 22,000,000 - 23,200,000.
- 10112655This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 10112641This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that fluid contamination may be directed to one of the following testing centers according to the type of fluid needing testing. Dealer should send the correct fluid to the proper testing center.
- 10112600This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the axel setup information from American Axle Manufacturing. Technician should be advised that the maximum pinion shim to be used or stacked behind the pinion is 0.050?, and the minimum pinion shim is 0.020? for an 8.6 axle. The range for available pinion depth shims for the 10.5? axle is 0.006? to 0.024?. When setting the backlash it should be set between 0.003? to 0.005? on a new ring and pinion for any American Axle Manufacturing application. The ring and pinion can be reused or adjusted if the mileage is less than 500 miles, if not used for towing. Technician should be advised that a ?roller coaster? or ?hourglass? pattern on the bearings may be normal up to 10,000 miles and possibly longer. With a mis-machined housing you may get a heel pattern on both sides of the gear teeth at build up can generally be corrected with backlash adjustments. When setting up an 8.6? axle with a 5 cut gear set is to use a 0.035? pinion shim and set backlash to 0.004?. When using the newer 2 cut gear set also use a 0.035? pinion shim and still set backlash to 0.004?. To set the gear pattern use backlash to adjust the pattern heel to toe. Use the pinion shim to adjust the height of the pattern. The proper drive pinion bearing pre-load is from 15 - 30 inch pounds with new bearings. The total torque to turn after the differential case is installed should increase 5 - 10 inch pounds at the pinion. A new pinion nut must be used whenever the old one is removed. The axle shaft end play specification is 0.012? per side and the radial specification is 0.002? - 0.003?. Technician should be advised that synthetic lube can be used in all new American Axle Manufacturing axle assemblies. The new pinion seal for the 8.6? axle assembly is a two piece design.
- 10112299This informational bulletin provides information on Part Restriction and Ordering Process Information for OnStar Vehicle Communication Interface Modules (VCIM) (GMNA Only)
- 10112137This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
- 10112116This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.
- 10112034This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
- 10112013This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue when using Bluetooth voice recognition with an iPhone. Technician should work with the customer to insure the phone contacts to not have any Emojis loaded to any contact.
- 10042986General motors: information provided by bulletin for all 2012 and prior general motor trucks and passenger vehicles regarding the adjustable comfort and custom upholstery of the driver and the passenger head restraint.
- 10019186Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. FB2
- 10007628Repeat diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0410 with water in the air pump.
- 634226Subject regarding lubrication of propeller shaft double cardan cv type u-joint centering ball and seat.*nlm
- 623617Information on instrument panel cover soft touched paint peel, blister, or cracking conditions, on some GMC, chvrolet, and cadilliac full size pickups and sport utility trucks.
- 617714Thie purpose of this message IS to provide clarification on bulletin number 000604007a. The subject of the bulletin IS increased accelerator pedal effort, replaced throttle body on certain pickup models equipped with the gem 3 V-8 engine.
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