2005 POS 3/4 Ton Chevy Suburban multiple issues
#11
RE: 2005 POS 3/4 Ton Chevy Suburban multiple issues
YAY!!!!!!!!
FINALLY!!!!
They finally figured out my coolant odor problem. It only took 3.5 years and 5 trips to two different dealships. []
The freeze plug in the block is leaking and they will replace it.
Now if they could just figure out the other 37 problems with this vehicle.
FINALLY!!!!
They finally figured out my coolant odor problem. It only took 3.5 years and 5 trips to two different dealships. []
The freeze plug in the block is leaking and they will replace it.
Now if they could just figure out the other 37 problems with this vehicle.
#12
RE: 2005 POS 3/4 Ton Chevy Suburban multiple issues
The dealer was nice enough to replace my belts again even though they are now out of warranty. That makes 4 times in 20k miles.
#15
CF Active Member
I do understand the problems that you are having! But what you have to understand is that this kind of a situation is quite often limited to a small number of people. Don't get me wrong, I have had issues with my chevy vehicles, both big and small, but I love them all the same!
In fact, we had to replace several expensive parts in our '05 Equinox about three years ago. Obviously, that was a huge problem, and at that point we had to decide if it was really worth doing. We ended up going for it, and the Equinox continued to serve us well for awhile longer. Eventually, we traded it in on something newer.
The point is, problems do occur, and some people have more then others. However, I am not going to hate a brand because of it.
As ousig2408 stated, if I were you, I would have traded that in during the 6 years you have had it, and got something newer, or of the same year, as long as it was a better vehicle. I would NOT have continued to put up with the consistent problems. And I would NOT continue to complain about something that I have very little control over. Things happen, and we move on.
I am not trying to sound mean. I am just stating my opinion on the matter. If it is all the same, Good Luck!!
In fact, we had to replace several expensive parts in our '05 Equinox about three years ago. Obviously, that was a huge problem, and at that point we had to decide if it was really worth doing. We ended up going for it, and the Equinox continued to serve us well for awhile longer. Eventually, we traded it in on something newer.
The point is, problems do occur, and some people have more then others. However, I am not going to hate a brand because of it.
As ousig2408 stated, if I were you, I would have traded that in during the 6 years you have had it, and got something newer, or of the same year, as long as it was a better vehicle. I would NOT have continued to put up with the consistent problems. And I would NOT continue to complain about something that I have very little control over. Things happen, and we move on.
I am not trying to sound mean. I am just stating my opinion on the matter. If it is all the same, Good Luck!!
Last edited by ChevyFreak; March 5th, 2012 at 8:08 PM.
#16
Just getting the word out to anyone who's interested in buying Chevy products on what they get to look forward to.
BTW, a few months ago, OEM battery toast again and left my wife stranded several times so switched to my 3rd battery in the vehicle in 50k miles. This time an aftermarket battery since the OEM battery seems only good for 2 years.
BTW, a few months ago, OEM battery toast again and left my wife stranded several times so switched to my 3rd battery in the vehicle in 50k miles. This time an aftermarket battery since the OEM battery seems only good for 2 years.
Last edited by Tashier; May 25th, 2011 at 10:39 AM.
#17
In fact, I had to replace an entire engine in our '05 Equinox about two years ago. Obviously, that was a huge problem, and at that point we had to decide if it was really worth doing. We ended up going for it, and over 25,000 miles later, with just over 195,000 miles on the odometer, the vehicle runs like the day that we bought it.
#18
CF Senior Member
I would not ever compare Honda and Chevy reliability until maybe just recently...as much as I like our Tahoe I don't think after 177000 miles and 12 years it will have only had the starter replaced like my 99 Acura TL. there is a full page of stuff that has been replaced already on the Tahoe; luckly under warranty or recalls. sure with my Acura the normal wear and tear stuff has been replaced but everything else works good as new, navigation, AC, power/heated seats, power/heated mirrors, every light bulb, original power steering AND brake fluid even...heck I am even using the original HID bulbs and ballasts!
but still dont come on a forum like this to bash your Chevy for basically minor issues and expect to get much support. It honestly sounds like the 1st few dealers/repair shops you went to had 0 clue.
It is a cost of owning a big heavy duty machine, not as much of an issue with a small very light duty car.
but good luck because sounds like you are keeping your current ride
but still dont come on a forum like this to bash your Chevy for basically minor issues and expect to get much support. It honestly sounds like the 1st few dealers/repair shops you went to had 0 clue.
It is a cost of owning a big heavy duty machine, not as much of an issue with a small very light duty car.
but good luck because sounds like you are keeping your current ride
#20
I've been considering putting an aftermarket one on myself, thinking the OEM one may just be crap. Any recommendations on an aftermarket one. I'd think Goodyear, but after the experience I had with their Gatorback belts, I'm a little hesitant.