Suspension Problems of Chevrolet C1500

Chevrolet C1500 owners have reported 26 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (7 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Suspension problems of Chevrolet C1500

The Front Suspension problem

Steering wheel jerks the wheel the opposite direction than you are turning.   Read details...

The Suspension problem

I have noticed that my 2000 silverado leans on the drivers side due to coil spring defect. Iv'e seen other silverados on the road body styles between 99-02 that also leans on the drivers side. This is something that should be looked into as a recall .   Read details...

The Rear Suspension problem

Suspension platform lacks sufficient rigidity, resulting in continuous bucking/surging/back lashing of rear axle components.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Leaf Spring problem

Upon acceleration truck wants to go left, on deacceleration with no brake applied, truck wants to go right. Can steer down a straight road by using throttle only with no steering wheel inputs. Might be a leaf spring bushing may be worn and sloppy.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Shock Absorber problem

Shock absorber failed. Yh   Read details...




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