This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
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Engine valves would make a loud tapping sound intermittently when starting. Dealer was notified, and informed consumer not to be concerned if it did not last more then a minute.
Engine knocks very badly at cold or hot start up. Knocking lasts for minutes. Chevrolet says they know about problem. States that the piston skirts are too short causing piston wobble. They also start they can't fix at this time. Engine sounds like a diesel at start up noise is so bad. I am nervous to take truck out of town for fear of engine failure.
Engine light stays on;motor roars;in shop 5 times;replaced fuel injectors, fuel filter, fuel injectors again, replaced gaskets, O-rings, brake line, etc. Because they said there was water in gas tank causing the problem. Service engine lights stays on, motor still making noise, 200 miles from being out of warrenty. This problem has continued for 7,000 miles and going on 7 months. Cannot leave town in my new truck, cannot get withing 30 miles of home, stays parked in yard. This vehicle is a piece of made in the usa trash. Lemon?
Engine noise, valve ticking at low speed or after sitting for short period of time. Chevrolet says it knows about the problem but has now fix. 2001 Silverado's with new head design do not have same problem.
When accelerating about 1700 RPM engine will sound like a diesel engine when it is a gasoline engine. Dealer stated that noise was coming from balance shaft.
- Bolton, MA, USA
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While driving vehicle between 40-45mph, it would make a roaring noise. Sometimes vehicle would vibrate or shake. Most noticeable after 40mph. Been in contact with dealership & informed no solution to problem. Engineers are working on problem. Also informed consumer that sound was because engine was near transmission.
When accelerating gently truck has a flatness and stalls out. Then, there is a vibration to it. Was told by dealer that there is a problem with these 5.3 voltec engines and transmission combination.
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- Calvert, TX, USA