Frame And Members problems of the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started to leak fuel and the brake line would leak causing the brakes to lose power whenever the brake pedal was depressed. The contact also stated that the fuel tank strap fractured due to rust causing the fuel tank to detach from the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear leaf spring fractured due to rust as well. The contact also stated that the entire sub-frame of the vehicle was rusted causing pieces of metal to fall off from the frame while driving. The brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the brake lines, fuel lines, the rear leaf shackle, and the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet k1500 silverado. The contact stated that upon routine inspection, a technician concluded that the frame had fractured due to stress from the lift kit installed on the vehicle. He then added that the previous dealer( southern comfort conversions) installed the lift kit and that it would cost $11,000 for repairs. The manufacturer was contacted, but because the warranty expired they would not provide any assistance. The failure and current mileages were 103. 000.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving 35 mph, the front end vibrated violently. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the frame split in half. As of October 1, 2007, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle to determine the cause of failure. The current and failure mileages were 46,000. Updated 10/24/07.