8.0

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
5,000 miles

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problem #2

Jan 022003

Camaro 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 10,000 miles
1998 Camaro Z28 cov. With 12,000 miles em delco battery leaked acid from terminal, damaging paint inside engine compartment and causing rust to frame and other parts. Dealer said it was not "uncommon" for these batteries to leak from the terminal. Dealer refused to cover damage ($890), even thou damage appear to have occured during warranty period. Please investigate battery leakage problem!! several individual cases citied on internet car hobby sites for Camaro and corvettes. Please help!!

- Hoffman Estates, IL, USA

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problem #1

Apr 012001

Camaro

  • miles
Factory battery had a crack, post corroded off, and was leaking acid, dealer said possibly due to overtightening when installed. Not covered under warranty.

- San Jose, CA, USA

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