Table 1 shows eight common power train related problems of the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado. The number one most common problem is related to the axle shaft seal (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (three problems).
Since purchasing this vehicle it has had the right rear axle seal replaced twice. It has just blown out again making this the third time. The last time it was replaced I was told that this part had a defective design and that they were using a "newly designed" part (seal). Read details...
The support cables that retained the tailgate broke while loading a snow trailer, which caused the tailgate to collapse. No injuries to report. The dealer was notified. The dealer informed the consumer that the vehicle was not covered under a recall. Read details...
While driving the vehicle made a loud banging noise. The consumer had the u joints replaced, thinking that would correct the problem. Upon starting the vehicle again and taking off, the noise came back. However, the consumer put the vehicle into reverse and the transmission locked up. Read details...