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NHTSA — Suspension: Front: Control Arm Problems

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
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Injuries / Deaths:
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Average Mileage:
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1996 Chevrolet S-10 Pickup suspension problems

suspension problem

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1996 Chevrolet S-10 Pickup Owner Comments

problem #6

Jul 202001

S-10 Pickup

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Balljoint broke thur afame when going thur accident area. Thought I got a flat but tire was laying on its side.

- Phoenix, AR, USA

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problem #5

May 042001

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Getting on the freeway front end wobble thought it was a flat but the front ball joint had broken tire ended up sideways had to get it towed

- Ontario, CA, USA

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problem #4

Apr 092001

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
While driving at approximately 30 to 35 mph heard a bang from front of vehicle which caused steering wheel to jerk. Consumer was able to bring vehicle to a stop at side of road. A private mechanic inspected vehicle, and stated that front control arm broke. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

- Collingswood, NJ, USA

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problem #3

Oct 062000

(reported on)

S-10 Pickup

  • miles

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While driving 30 mph front passenger's side tire nearly came off due to a broken ball joint.

- Brownstown, MI, USA

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problem #2

Feb 012000

S-10 Pickup 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
New front upper and lower ball joints and a pitman arm is needed.

- Copper Harbor, MI, USA

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problem #1

May 042000

S-10 Pickup

  • miles
Ball joints broke which may have caused a loss of vehicle control. Dealer replaced ball joints 2 years ago. Dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem.

- Valate, NY, USA

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