Power Train Problems of Chevrolet 3500

Chevrolet 3500 owners have reported 11 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's transmission fluid leaking (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Chevrolet 3500


Recently reported Power Train problems of Chevrolet 3500

The Power Train problem

The contact's sister-in law owns a 2022 Chevrolet silverado 3500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 mph, the check engine warning illuminated, and the vehicle lost automotive power. The contact stated that his sister-in-law had also experienced the failure while driving.   Read details...

The Transmission Fluid Leaking problem

I noticed pink liquid leaking on 2006 chevy silverado 3500 diesel, 46,000 miles. I only realized it was leaking (pink fluid) because of the snow we recently had. I took it to the dealership expecting it to be covered under the warranty. Dealership quoted $841.   Read details...

The Transfer Case problem

I took my truck to a repair facility, to have a leak repaired, at the rear of the transfer case. The mechanic thought the rear seal was leaking, so he repaired that. Once the rear seal repair was made, the mechanic discovered there was still some leaking of transmission fluid.   Read details...

The Vehicle Shudder problem

While traveling at 31 mph on a slight down-grade, the transmission �shuttles� between gears which causes the vehicle to shake violently. It is most prominent when the engine has not reach full operating temperature. It also happens when accelerating, such as entering a freeway.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

Problem with transmission cooler lines for the allison transmission. 123,000km's on my 3500 and the transmission lines have been replaced 3 times. 2 times were on warranty and the 3rd I had to pay for myself. I have extended warranty but is not covered, bunch of bs. Cost me 850 dollars to fix.   Read details...




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