4.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,250 miles

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problem #4

Nov 012004

S-10 Pickup 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 97,000 miles
Chevrolet ball joint recalls campaigns 01I8000 / 01V20000 sent in all required qualifing information to cheverolet customer service / GM denies my refund for ball joint repair.....knowing my information is correct.... I want to know how to get my refund does cheverolet have to be forced by the government like Dodge to do the right thing ??.

- Washington, DC, USA

problem #3

Mar 232003

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
The ball joint broke, which caused the wheel to fall off.

- Loudonville, NY, USA

problem #2

Feb 231999

(reported on)

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Vehicle makes a growling noise upon acceleration. Also clatters and clinks. Dealer claims can't hear a noise. Also gas gauge malfunctions, shows a full tank, even though truck has only 1/4 of a tank.

- Mulberry, TN, USA

problem #1

Apr 011997

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Front suspension failure to absorb shock of road irregularities makes the vehicle difficult to control.

- Carolina, PR, USA