Chevrolet Z71 2002

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• Parking brake failure investigation # DP05009

  Odis review of complaint data received since the close of ea04-011 revealed no indication that the investigation should be re-opened.More details can be found in the federal register notice enclosed in the dp05-009 public file.Odi reserves the right to reopen the investigation in the future should conditions warrant.
  

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2002 chevrolet 1/2 ton ext.Cab. Z-71 truck parking brake prematurely worn out and truck slipped from park and rolled into street. No injuries or property damage at that time. I bought this truck new and it started failing within 2 yrs of ownership. Total parking brake failure. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet z71. While pulling out of a parking spot, the gear shifter would not move. The contact had to manually place the vehicle into gear from underneath the vehicle. He stated that the shifting cable was faulty in the manner it was bolted and mounted onto the vehicle. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were less than 130,000.

My wife was involved in an crash when she went to sleep while driving her 2002 z71 tahoe. She hit an oak tree dead center of the front grill and bumper. The drivers air bag did not deploy. *tr

Noise when turning steering wheel to the right, sounds like a squeaky door only lower frequency. Took to dealer on may 22, 2008, was told it was that the intermediate steering shaft was loose. I had this unit changed on may 22,2008. On june 5, 2008, i took the vehicle back to the dealer for brake work which consisted of replacing rear brake pads,rotors, & emergency brake linings. Since the steering was still making noise i had the dealer check it again, they did and lubed the steering shaft cover. Still makes noise does not appear to affect steering. On ea04011 there was a recall for manual transmissions is this now in effect for auto transmissions? On sept. 3, 2008, this vehicle was taken back to dealer for replacement of exhaust manifold gaskets and broken bolts on manifold and also for leaking water pump gaskets are these normal wear or manufacturing defects? No old parts available for inspection, repair tickets are available. *tr

2002 z71 silverado chevrolet truck pertaining to anti-lock brake failure: one month after warranty expired the failure occurred. The problem resulted in unwanted abs activation and increased stopping distance during low-speed brake application. Gm indicated that the condition can occur if corrision forms under the wheel speed sensor and moves the sensor away from the intergral speed sensor toothed ring. The condition does not set any abs codes nor does it illuminate the abs warning lamp. It is obviously a manufacturer's malfunction making it very dangerous to drive. I personally know of several people who have had the same problem.

Premature total parking/emergency brake failure. Failed texas vehicle safety inspection. Vehicle inspector informed me the same failure was common among 2002 trucks like mine and warned of a costly repair. Parking brake was very seldom engaged yet became totally worn out at some point prior to vehicle reaching 50,000 miles. Dealer admitted to a poor design but said there was no recall. He said a bulletin was issued to replace the junk part with a beefed up version. My repair cost exceeded $400.*jb

The consumer was experiencing problems with the steering. When driving, the vehicle felt like the front end was going to come off. When the consumer took the vehicle to be inspected, it was determined that there was a problem with the steering column. *jb

Parking brake failed without warning. Took vechicle to dealer and they stated it was a design problem. Dealer replaced parking brake pads. Very costly to repair. Asked service advisor what will keep the parking brake from failing again? Unable to answer! Have not recieved any response from gm. *ak

Brakes were serviced, however they did not stop the vehicle. Another dealer stated no defects were found. The pedal went to the floor. Also, after changing the oil there was metal found in the oil. *ak the dealer stated that metal in the oil was normal the brakes felt spongy. The consumer stated that metal in the oil means the engine will not last. *tc