general problems of the 1997 Chevrolet C1500

Four problems related to suspension have been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet C1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 12/22/1998

Driving at any speed vehicle will pull to the right. Also, when driving at 55 mph or higher vehicle vibrates,causing the consumer to slow down. Vehicle is in the shop for repairs, and dealer can't determine the problem. This is the second time vehicle has been in for service.

2 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 07/07/1998

While driving steering will jerk in both directions without warning. Sending you towards traffic or off the road.

3 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 06/01/1998

My 1997 c-1500 pickup has the problem of veering at high speed. My response is due to a article that I read in the newspaper that there was an investigation of this problem. My truck does this more often if there has been a sudden change in the weather or if it is cold weather. The problem is most noticed when negotiating curves at high speed.

4 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 08/01/1997

Tire rubs fender well and steering wheel, causing rubbing noise when turning.


Other Suspension related problems of the 1997 Chevrolet C1500



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