10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
45,237 miles

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problem #36

Jan 152017

Suburban

  • 53,000 miles
There are several cracks in the dash of my 2010 Chevrolet Suburban as explained below. One of these crack is in the area of the passenger side airbag which is mounted on top of the dash. As the dash expands in the heat, typically in the hot months of the summer, the plastic portion of the dash will cover the airbag portion of the dash. I am concerned that if I do not notice this and the vehicle is involved in a crash, the airbag will not operate properly. I am afraid vehicle occupants might be injured by the dash if the airbag deployed under the plastic portion of the dash or that they will be injured if the airbag would not deploy properly. There are also two cracks in the dash in the area over the instrument cluster which allows a portion of the dash to be completely removed from the main dashboard. This portion of the dash that can be removed causes a problem on long trips due to the fact that it will vibrate out of place. My concern with this piece is its location in relation to the steering wheel. I am concerned that if this piece moves out of place, it could move into the open area at the top of the steering wheel and interfere with my ability to control the steering of the vehicle. I was also informed by a local dealership that my airbag or airbags have been recalled. In regards to both of these issues, the customer assistance representative advised that GM is aware of both problems, but that they are still investigating the problems and possible resolutions. How long does it take to investigate the cause of the dash problems? this has been a well documented problem for several years that affects many vehicles, yet GM claims not to know what caused it or to take any responsibility for the inferior dashes that were placed in quite few year models of their vehicles. I feel that this broken dash is a safety issue with the vehicle.

- Deer Park, TX, USA

problem #35

May 272016

Suburban

  • miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (viva Chevrolet, 5915 Montana ave, el paso, tx 79925) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was contacted at 800-222-1020 and could not confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- El Paso, TX, USA

problem #34

Oct 012016

Suburban

  • 59,000 miles
On the instrument panel the message "service air bag" and airbag readiness light symbol stays on when ignition on and while driving. Dashboard cracked. Back passenger seatbelt won't lock at times.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

problem #33

May 272016

Suburban

  • miles
This recall has been over a year and half and we are being told by the dealerships there is yet to be a fix. This is ridiculous

- Seabrook, TX, USA

problem #32

Jun 012016

Suburban

  • miles
"takata recall". I received a recall in June 2016 and they have not been able to supply a replacement part in 16 months. No one can ride in the passenger front seat because of the danger

- Cedar Bluff, AL, USA

problem #31

Oct 232017

Suburban

  • miles
Takata recall so I can only complain after something happens"?" this is taking too long and I have children in my car.

- Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

problem #30

May 272016

Suburban

  • 90,000 miles
Takata recall has not been replaced in truck yet, over a year and a half later.

- Boca Raton, FL, USA

problem #29

Oct 022017

Suburban

  • miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags). The part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The contact called nash Chevrolet (630 scenic hwy S, lawrenceville, ga 30046; 770-822-6678 or 678-317-2806) who stated that they were not repairing vehicles at the time. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact of the petition being expanded until December 31, 2017; therefore, no vehicles were being repaired at the time. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Snowville, GA, USA

problem #28

May 272016

Suburban

  • miles
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags) the part needed for the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Autonation Chevrolet of pembroke pines, Florida was made aware of the recall and stated that the manufacturer had not granted them permission to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Pembroke Pines, FL, USA

problem #27

Jun 062017

Suburban

  • 86,000 miles
The dashboard cracked with no incident to cause it. The vehicle was parked and was noticed when returning to the car. The vehicle is well taken care of and parked/protected with spaces that are covered. There are two cracks, one extends from upper right corner of the passenger airbag and the other starts and extends near the instrument panel. This is a known defect on GM made vehicles manufactured between 2007-2013. There is no event that caused this crack and the vehicle is protected from extreme heat and cold. Non-abrasive cleaning protects are also used on the dash. This happens to a majority of owners of these vehicles and there is even a facebook group with over 4000 members that documents all the problems. This is a safety hazard because if the airbag goes off or a vehicle accident occurs, then small pieces of plastic can easily become projectiles. These vehicles are much to expensive to have these problems with no major event to cause it.

- La Vista, NE, USA

problem #26

Dec 012015

Suburban

  • 65,000 miles
Dash is cracked in 6 different spots; 3 of the cracks being around the passenger air bag. If the airbag were to deploy, the dash would shatter thus causing sharp projectiles to be dispensed in the vehicle cabin potentially causing serious injury to the occupants. The cracks start down where the bolts connect to the body (they extend further down than what can be seen in the photos).

- Suisun, CA, USA

problem #25

Jun 062016

Suburban

  • 74,000 miles
The dashboard has cracked in two locations, at the corner of the passenger airbag cover, and in front of the instrument column. This is greatly concerning because it could cause the airbag to malfunction, or cause other debris from the dashboard to come loose in an accident. This is a known issue and yet no recall has been issued. When in motion the dashboard vibrates violently because the two cracks have compromised the structural integrity and support. The vibrating also causes a significant rattle.

- Spring Hill, FM, USA

problem #24

Aug 212015

Suburban

  • 120,000 miles
Dash is cracked by passenger airbag and it will not allow the cover to attach properly. Sharp plastic edge may cut airbag when deployed making it useless. Also, there is a recall on the airbag and GM is stating that no parts are available and they won't be for a while.

- Highland, UT, USA

problem #23

Dec 212014

Suburban

  • 80,000 miles
Dash is cracked by passenger airbag and it will not allow the cover to attach properly. Sharp plastic edge may cut airbag when deployed making it useless. Also, there is a recall on the airbag and GM is stating that no parts are available and they won't be for a while.

- Canton, GA, USA

problem #22

Jun 082016

Suburban

  • 135,000 miles
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated and the electronic starter failed. In addition, while the vehicle was in reverse, the rear assist sensor failed. As a result, the contact crashed into a tree. The contact sustained neck injuries, but did not require medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags); however, the part was not available for the recall remedy. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Montgomery, AL, USA

problem #21

Nov 102016

Suburban

  • 129,000 miles
Dashboard has begun to crack in numerous areas, 1 area that is very concerning is right by the passenger airbag which I feel concerned that if it were to inflate the dashboard would would send projectiles flying. The dash is also cracking severely above the instrument cluster. Upon research this is a issue that the internet is flooded with and GM refuses to address the problem. I contacted GM in regards to this issue and they refuse to take responsibility although at a dealethis ship when I went looking around 4 out of the 5 vehicles for sale on the lot had the same cracks in the same places. I need help from NHTSA to resolve this issue before my family is put in danger in the event of a vehicle accident. This crack seemed to occur when the weather got cold, I turned on my heat and the desk immediately cracked. This is flawed equipment and we as consumers should not have to deal with it.

- Honea Path, SC, USA

problem #20

Jan 202017

Suburban

  • miles
Takata recall - the information available from GM on this recall is that at this time, GM considers your vehicle safe. The fact that 11 people so far have been killed by takata airbag's tells me it is not safe for my family to have these in our vehicle.

- Carson City, NV, USA

problem #19

Nov 142016

Suburban

  • 98,750 miles
Dash cracked, sharp point next to airbag, point can render airbag useless.

- Alton, IL, USA

problem #18

Aug 012015

Suburban

  • 85,000 miles
Dashboard cracked in two places. One above instrument cluster, one by passenger airbag. Dashboard rattles due to crack. Airbag function may be adversely affected. There was no incident that lead to the cracks, other than outdoor temperature fluctuations.

- Richmond, VA, USA

problem #17

Aug 062016

Suburban

  • miles
The dash has a crack at the top left corner where the airbag is located. I'm concerned about injury if the airbag is deployed or that it might not deploy properly in a crash.

- Florence, AL, USA

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