Driveshaft problems of the 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe

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

1 Driveshaft problem

Failure Date: 03/16/1999

Front brake components and u-joints failed at less than 50,000 miles.

2 Driveshaft problem

Intermittently when driving at various speeds steering wheel will turn to the left, sharp and fast. Dealer has not been notified. The slip yolk went dry, causing vehicle to lurch forward after stopping.

3 Driveshaft problem

Vehicle experiencing noise in driveshaft, not able to be rectified.

4 Driveshaft problem

Rear wheels shake and shimmy. Dealer has replaced driveshaft twice which did not correct problem. Also, dealer packed driveshaft with grease which also did not correct problem.




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