Chevrolet K3500 owners have reported 4 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission park/neutral start switch (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission column shift (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission Park/neutral Start Switch problems | |
| Automatic Transmission Column Shift problems | |
| Axle Assembly problems | |
| Clutch problems |
Consumer stopped the truck and put it in park ,went in to house, and minutes later the truck charged into the barn, hitting anothe new truck parked in the barn. Read details...
Vehicle doesn't hold when backing down hills in 4 wheel drive. It has no hold from the transmission. The owner of the vehicle denies that he was aware of the problem eventhough he remember test driving it. Read details...
Rear axle came off without prior warning. Also, enitre windshied wiper module had to be replaced. Please fill additional information. Read details...
Another dealer has corrected the problems, but I thought I'd report these serious safety concerns. No safety defect mentioned in the summary. Read details...