Axle Shaft Seal Problems of GMC Jimmy

The mileage reported for each incident is approximate, the failed components could have existed at time of vehicle purchase, the vehicle had 33310 miles. That's well under the manufacturer's warranty coverage, however the problems weren't discovered until the vehicle passed the warranty mileage. The opinion of the mechanic who repaired the items stated the rear axle seal usually lasts for the life of a vehicle however, he said GMC Jimmy's are known to have this problem. The rear axle seal broke which caused axle oil to leak on the rear brakes which cause the vehicle to have increased stopping distance or appear as though it was not going to stop, depending on the traveling speed when trying to stop the vehicle tended to pull to one side before the problem was identified. The problem with the transmission dip stick was identified when I took the vehicle into get the oil changed at express oil change in marietta GA. When the mechanic put in the VIN # a service bulletin appeared indicating the problem with the transmission dip stick. The mechanic inspected my transmission dip stick and it was rusted just as the service bulletin indicated could happen. I called a GMC dealer about the service bulletin and was informed that I could replace the part at my expense approximately $375 - $ 500 parts & labor. Then I was told I could call the GMC customer satisfaction line for further assistance. The individual at the GMC customer service line also stated that since I had purchased the vehicle used, and I had an extended warranty, other than the GMC extended warranty plan that GMC would not repair the faulty dip stick. However, the individual indicated that if I didn't have an extended warranty GMC would inspect and possibly repair the faulty part free. My complaint the part has been identified as faulty, why should I have to pay for repairs? when the TSB was released the vehicle was within the mileage.

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Vehicle has problem with wheel bearings. Once before left was replaced, and recently right was replaced. They would make a growling scrapping noise without touching brakes. The vehicle was vibrating and making noise which increased as speed goes up. The shaft sealwas replaced twice.

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Seals in transfer case had gone out. This caused fluid to leak out of transmission. This was second time it has happened. Seals were not corroded or rusty. Had it repaired first time. Currently, second time mechanic indicated there was nothing that could be done.

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Three out of the four axle seals have been replaced due to failure.