Nar 04/28/2003. Mr the consumer experienced problems with his vehicle. The vehicle leaked oil, engine idled roughly, coolant system leaked, there was a problem with the dome light, steering, the rear axle, the left rear glass rattled, the air condition, battery, suspension were all inoperative. The fuel filter, mirror transmission seat, seat belts, wipers, alternator, brakes, fuel pump.

- Glendale, CA, USA

The positive battery terminal post broke loose from the battery, spilling battery acid on the brake tubing. Discussed battery failure with GM and they refused to replace battery due to the fact the vehicle was out of warranty.

- Fort Mill, SC, USA

1998, GMC, Suburban, replacement battery leaks onto right front wheel brake hose, corroding the fitting. Dealer has been notified. Consumer stated this is the second battery that has failed.

- Ocala, FL, USA

Front post of battery leaks, postive side, corrodes electrical cables, causing vehicle to shut down.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

Couldn't start vehicle. Attempted to replace oem delco battery with new battery and found acid had leaked from positive side terminal, totally corroding battery bolt, terminal and cables. Acid had leaked onto high pressure A/C line, electrical wiring and brake lines, corroding them. Significant corrosion on body metal. Repair estimates run in excess of $500. Negotiating with GMC for repairs under a products liability claim.

- Mesa, AZ, USA

During summer of 1999, I noticed battery acid residue below battery on lines and wires. Cleaned off with oil. Brakes were mushy. In October, 2000 brakes slowed vehicle but required additional pressure to stop. Noticed additional battery acid build up on lines and wiring. Brakes failed Nov. 22, 2000. Added brake fluid. Vehicle would not start on Nov. 28, 2000. Positive battery post separated from battery. Spent two hours removing broken-off battery from battery bolt, cables and installing battery. Poured baking soda water on affected area of lines and wires.

- Havana, FL, USA

Battery acid was leaking onto front right brake line and on high pressure air conditioner hose, causing loss of brakes and electrical system.

- Concord, NC, USA

Battery is leaking acid from around the positive terminal down to the brake line at the front passenger's side, in the area of the front tire. Consumer feels it may eat a hole though brake line, and cause the brakes not to work properly. Dealer replaced battery, but only cleaned the other parts affected by the leaking battery acid, even though there are signs of corrosion on these parts.

- Ocala, FL, USA

Due to battery design flaw acid leaks through a screw hole and causes corrosion. This may result in a no-start condition or stalling.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA