Problems with 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 STRUCTURE

We took our 2005 chevy z71 silverado in for the inspection and it wouldn't pass due to rotted frame. so now we have a useless truck that looks and drives fine but won't pass inspection. now we're hearing about several same model truck are having the same issue. we have always taken the best care of all our vehicles and have been loyal gm customers. but it sure seems the quality of gm products are not what they used to be. especially for the amount of money that we invest in them.

When i purchased my truck the dealership promised to have it fixed,i then went to the nc dmv who handles vehicle. i had been receiving the runaround from everyone. i am sure it has been in a flood that i was not informed about due to all the rust underneath the vehicle. when i purchased it was stationary at a private dealership in a city next to a highway. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. while driving at various speeds, an abnormal noise emitted underneath the vehicle. the contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the frame was corroded. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the frame needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 150,000. ma 10/1

Drove into the garage and parked. a loud explosive noise came from the truck and fumes began funneling through the hood of truck. quickly turned off ignition and got out of vehicle. in a few minutes garage was full of intense flames. the heat was so intense it blew open the door into the house and burned/melted the laundry equipment and three rooms, and the second car in the garage, sending smoke damage throughout the entire house. vehicles melted and everything in them and in the garage- mower, snow blower, small equipment and more, was totally destroyed. the firefighters were able to contain the fire to areas identified above. there was extreme smoke damage throughout the entire house. *tr

I started seeing rust spots around the bottom the cab and had to put it in the shop because rust had eaten through, the repairman said it look as if the area had never been treated for corrosion, this vehicle should not be doing this and he said he could not guarantee that it want continue. i feel gm should pay for the repair and make sure it dose not happen again. *tr

The brake lines ,fuel lines and the frame crossmembers are all severely rusted. it just is a matter of time before i loose my brakes, go up in flames or drop my gas tank onto the highway. the body on this truck is not too bad. it has 92,000 miles on it, and it is cleaned quite often. the undercarriage is rusted very badly. i expected more from something that costs so much. cant afford a new one and if i could it wouldn't be a gm. have always owned gm in the past. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contacted stated that he attempted to replace a flat tire but discovered that the spare tire bracket would not release. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnostic and advised that the spare tire bracket was corroded and the assembly would need to be replaced. the manufacturer advised the failure was not recalled and that they would not assist with the repair. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 39,000 and the current mileage was 40,471.

Tail light housing leaks water into tail light area which causes tail and brake light bulb bases to corrode , lose contact and fail to operate. i replace tail lamps every 3 to 6 months. instrument panel failed at 65000 miles and despite extended warranty gm would not repair. i was never contacted about gm settlement concerning this factory defect. *tr

Tl* 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.

Rotors rusted, separated and chipped, destroying the rotors and brakes. *tr

Driving home on the highway the left rear wheel became detached from the axle and hub assembly. the tire and wheel assembly rolled away from the vehicle to the other side of the highway, causing the vehicle to lose traction and crash into the median of the highway and skid to a halt. completely tore apart the driver side rear suspension and brake assembly as well as considerable body damage to the rear quarter panel, rear bumper, and tow hitch. vehicle has only light duty use, mostly commuter miles, with good tires, excellent maintenance records, and less than 39,000 , just out of warranty. *tr

Rust corrosion has worn through to affect electrical lines - rear lights no longer work. have already replaced the dashboard console electrical. gas fuel light stays on which is related to the circuitry electrical system and affects "smog" system. main problem is, right now, the safety and driveability of this truck due to rusting through underbody to the drive shaft and axel/brake system (nevermind the rear lights not working) will this truck fail on the road when driving? *tr

Tl*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. *jb