GM’s HydraMatic 8L90 Transmission Defect

  1. Problems A number of transmission problems have been reported, including bucking,
    harsh engage, sudden acceleration, delay in downshifts, delayed acceleration, difficulty, repeated repair or replacement of the transmission and its components

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    A class action against General Motors states,  “shuddering, shaking, jerking and hesitation is related to internal issues within the transmission and/or torque converter causing undue friction and impairing proper functioning
    of hydraulic systems and gears, which in turn results in metal shavings being circulated throughout the transmission. This damage to the transmission and torque converter imposes escalating repairs upon consumers, including the need to flush the metal shavings from the transmission. Because of
    the Transmission Defect, the Class Vehicles present a safety hazard and are unreasonably dangerous to consumers. ”  Shelton v. General Motors, Case 2:19-cv-11802-S

  2. Vehicles coveredVehicles include the 2015-2019 Chevrolet Silverado; the 2017-2019
    Chevrolet Colorado; the 2015-2019 Chevrolet Corvette; the 2016-2019 Chevrolet Camaro; the 2015-2019, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; the 2016-2019 Cadillac ATS, ATS-V, CTS, CT6, and CTS-V, 2015-2019 GMC Sierra, Yukon, and Yukon XL, and Yukon Denali XL; and the 2017-2019 GMC Canyon.

    Similar problems with these vehicles have been covered on this site.

  3. Legal Status A class action has been filed.  People may also individually recover compensation.

    CALL (973) 598-1980 FOR A FREE CONSULTATION 

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    My new car jerks and hesitate and they cannot seem to fix it.

Cadillac and General Motors Touch Tone Display Defect

1. Class Action and CUE System

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There have been a number of complaints about the Cadillac Touch Tone Display.  A class action states,

GM has concealed a dangerous defect from its customers
who purchased or leased 2013 to 2017 Cadillac ATS, SRX and XTS vehicles and
2014 to 2017 Cadillac CTS, ELR and Escalade vehicles equipped with GM’s
“Cadillac User Experience” touch screen display (the “CUE System” or “CUE”)
(collectively, “Class Vehicles”). Among other things, the CUE System controls
the vehicle’s climate, navigation, audio/Bluetooth/communications, and back-up
camera. GM’s conduct is especially egregious because the defective CUE
Systems pose serious safety risks.

2. Vehicles Covered 

Cadillac ATS (model years 2013-2015)
Cadillac SRX (model years 2013-2015)
Cadillac XTS (model years 2013-2015)
Cadillac CTS Vin A (model years 2014-2015)
Cadillac ELR (model years 2014-2015)

CALL NOW FOR A FREE CONSULTATION ON YOUR VEHICLE PROBLEM

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The dealer still has not fixed the problem.  

GM Colorado Hesitation

General Motors May Face Class-Action Lawsuit Over Defective 8-Speed Transmissions

Models affected include the Chevrolet Silverado and Colorado, as well as the GMC Sierra and Canyon

The filed class-action lawsuit affects the Chevrolet Silverado as well as the GMC Sierra. Plaintiffs in the lawsuit allege General Motors’ 8-speed transmissions are defective.

Certain Chevrolet, Cadillac and GMC models built between 2015 and 2019 may have a defect in their 8-speed transmissions, according to a class-action lawsuit posted to ClassAction.org. GM Authority spotted the lawsuit, which says there are serious problems with GM’s Hydra-Matic 8L90 and 8L45 transmissions.

More specifically, the transmissions have a defect that cause vehicles to hesitate and jerk when accelerating or coming to a stop. The lawsuit reads, “These transmissions have a common defect…Drivers have reported that the shift is sometimes so violent, they feel as though they have been hit by another vehicle.”

It also mentions the case of an owner whose vehicle shifted from reverse to drive harshly enough that it nearly lurched through his garage door. The defect centers around the transmission itself or the torque converter. Over time, any shuddering, jerking or hestitation may cause internal issues, including metal shavings being circulated throughout the transmission.

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1. Compensation and Remedies

If you experienced problems with your GM Colorado, you may be entitled to compensation, a new vehicle, or a refund. Call for a Free Consultation, (claims handled on contingency with no payment needed).



2015 Chevy 4.3 engine problems

There have been multiple complaints about engine problems on 2015 Chevrolet Silverado and other models.  They include,
Engine Stalls/Dies While Driving,
Starts Hard,  Check Engine Light On
Excessive Oil Consumption
Hesitation/Jerking When Trying To Accelerate

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Here are some typical complaints excerpted from NHTSA records,

Engine light stays on will not pass state inspection, traction control or maybe stability light on, loss of power not shifting right, no ac, shut down eng display comes on.

While driving my new 2015 Silverado. I experienced the dash lights flashing on and off, radio on and off, Stabilitrak warning, and Engine Failure. I find this issue to be very unsafe. Due to engine failure possibly in the middle of traffic.
Vehicle owners may be entitled to compensation for repair costs or inconvenience, replacement vehicle, or refund.  Claims may be presented for breach of warranty, lemon law, and Magnuson-Moss Act violations.

Sources


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Keywords

2015 chevy silverado problems, 2015 chevy 5.3 engine problems, Chevy Silverado recalls
Call (973) 598-1980 for a Free Consultation on Your Chevrolet Engine Claim

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General Motors Steering Problem and Recall

Owners have complained of problems with General Motors power steering system.  These present potential safety issues as well as limiting use.  Consumers with a history of problems may be entitled to compensation.

 

Resources

1 https://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2018/09/13/general-motors-recall-power-steering-problems-recall/cbslocal.com
http://www.cnbc.com/2018/09/13/gm-recalls-over-1m-pickups-suvs-for-power-steering-problem.htmlcnbc.com.
3 https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/gm-recalling-1m-pickups-suvs-because-power-steering-can-suddenly-n909196
nbcnews.com
4. http://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/general-motors/2018/09/13/gm-recall-pickups-suvs-power-steering/1287911002/freep.com
5. http://www.consumerreports.org/car-recalls-defects/gm-recalls-trucks-suvs-for-steering-problem/consumerreports.org
6. https://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/gm-recalls-1m-pickups-suvs-power-steering-problem-57794425abcnews.go.com
7. https://phys.org/news/2018-09-gm-recalls-1m-pickups-suvs.htmlphys.org
8.  http://fortune.com/2018/09/13/gm-power-steering-recall-trucks/

 

If your experienced problems with your General Motors steering, you may be entitled to compensation.  Call (973) 598-1980 for a Free Consultation

 

 

 

Chevrolet Air-Conditioning Defect: Questions and Answers

 

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Class Action 

A class action sets forth problems with the air-conditioning systems on multiple GM vehicles. www.lemonlawclaims.com/chevrolet-tahoe-suburban-air-conditioning-problem

See In Re Gen. Motors Air  Conditioning Litigation   Our office is presenting claims for inconvenience, repair cost reimbursement and other relief.


Is there a cost to me to present an individual claim

Our office handles Chevrolet air-conditioning claims on a contingency basis with no payment required from the consumer.


What Vehicles are Covered

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Problems have been reported on GM trucks and SUVs, namely the Cadillac Escalade (model years 2015-2017), the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (model years 2014-2016), the Chevrolet Suburban (model years 2015-2017), the Chevrolet Tahoe (model years 2015-2017), the GMC Sierra 1500 (model years 2014-2016) and the GMC Yukon (model years 2015-2017).


What types of Problems Have been Reported 

According to the class action, because of the high number of failures, AC System replacement parts are on national backorder and the wait for replacement parts is long – often many months.  Components may  crack and leak refrigerant;  lose pressure within the AC System; and  fail to properly function to provide cooled air into the Vehicle’s passenger cabin.   The Silverado, Suburban, and Tahoes all have significant problems with the air conditioning system that may  break down during normal vehicle operation, with charges for repair due to factory defect.

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Chevrolet Malibu Engine

 

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Chevrolet Malibu owners have experienced significant engine problems.   2016 and 2017 Chevy Malibu owners have experienced engine problem.  One issues is that the the  Malibu will go into Reduced Engine Power mode.  Here is one typical complaint,

“The first time the car had less than 1k miles on it!! It feels like a transmission problem. I am familiar with the system where the car will turn itself off while at a stoplight and then back on again- I’m fine with that system. What is not okay is when driving in DC rush hour traffic, accelerating, braking, or slowing down and the car will violently jerk. The first time it felt as if I was rear-ended.”  2016 Chevrolet Malibu – Consumer Review, Edmunds.

Owners of these defective vehicles may be entitled to compensation for loss of use, diminished value, or other claims.  We offer a free consultation as part of our continuing investigation into defects in these cars.  Please call the Law Office of Howard Gutman, 973-598-1980.

 

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Here are some additional sources,

http://www.chevymalibuforum.com (forum compiled by owners discussing problems)

Chevrolet Malibu Engine  http://www.lemonlawclaims.com/ chevrolet-malibu-engine/Engine problems continue to trouble Chevrolet Malibu owners and there are multiple reported complaints. Owners may be entitled to new vehicles or compensation, sister site. 

http://www.carcomplaints.com/Chevrolet/Malibu/2016/ (compilation of problems)

tags, complaints, listing of engine issues and problems, Chevrolet Malibu recall, class action.

 

Chevy Silverado and GMC Steering Defect

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General Motors has recalled almost 700,000 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500s and 2014 GMC Sierra 1500s  for a steering defect following a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration investigation (NHTSA # 17V414000).  The steering defect can cause a potentially dangerous problem driving and turning.

These trucks’ power steering assist (“EPS”) can cut out, especially during low speed turns, and then return suddenly.  This may result in a loss of control of the vehicle.  Additional symptoms of the problem may include other electrical systems cutting out and warning light indicators going off.

According to GM the underlying problem is a defect in the EPS module software, which needs to be reprogrammed.

If you are having steering problems with your 2014 Chevy Silverado or GMC Sierra, call the Law Office of Howard Gutman for a free consultation on your claim.

General Motors Air-Conditioning Problems

  1. Causes 

Condensor, fluid, and the overall system have been identified as the source of problems.
As the class action explains, “The first defective component is the line leading from the compressor to the condenser. This line consists primarily of an aluminum tube connected to a rubber hose. On information and belief, this line can fail in two ways. First, the aluminum tube can become disconnected from the rubber hose, creating an opening in the line that can allow refrigerant to escape. Second, the aluminum tube itself has a material defect that can allow the tube to rupture, also allowing refrigerant to escape.   GM has recognized this defect. It no longer manufactures the compressor to condenser line that was original equipment in the Class Vehicles.

General Motors instructed mechanics that if they find a failure in this line, they are to replace it with a newly designed line and install a bracket in the system to minimize flexion and movement of the compressor to condenser line. (Exhibit A). Unfortunately, customers who suffer this failure after the vehicle is out of warranty are required to purchase and pay for the installation of these new parts, thus having to pay twice to obtain a functioning air conditioning system.

    2. Vehicles Covered 

Vehicles with the Class Defect include the 2015 to 2017 model Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; the 2015 to 2017 model Chevrolet Suburban; the 2015-2017 model Chevrolet Tahoe; the 2014 to 2017 model GMC Sierra 1500; the 2015/2016 model GMC Sierra Heavy Duty; the 2014 to 2017 model Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and the 2015/2016 model Chevrolet Silverado Heavy Duty

Call (973) 598-1980 for a free consultation on your claim.  No money required from client for legal fees.  

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Chevrolet Equinox Stalling and Engine Problems

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Owners of the Chevrolet Equinox have complained of engine problems and stalling.  Some typical repairs include,

replaced throttle body, relearned idle, cleared codes,
cam shaft sensor
mass airflow intake sensor replaced
replace camshaft /amf/camshaft actuator, see carcomplaints.com

Problems have continued and owners may be entitled to new vehicle or compensation.  Call for a Free Consultation.

Here are other published reports of engine problems.

2012 Chevrolet Equinox – 2.4L 4 Cylinder 50,000 mi,
Engine light came on, showing code p0014. Camshaft issue. Also burning two courts of oil every 2000 miles
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Chevrolet Equinox Check Engine Light 2.4L 4 Cylinder 35,000 mi,
Engine light came on, took it to Autozone and got code P0011. Car has stalled 3x now. Looking to take it in this week.
Check engine light on,,, P0014 code, Oil consumption, ticking sound
2013 Chevrolet Equinox – 2.4L 4 Cylinder 44,800 mi,
Engine light came on and I had it checked and this is the code that came up. The dealership told me it was an exhaust camshift sensor, currently this was not covered under my warranty, however the dealership I bought it from is paying for the repair cost since I bought the vehicle this way…
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Report

P0014. Just discovered. Haven’t repaired yet.
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Report

2012 Chevrolet Equinox – 2.4L 4 Cylinder 89,000 mi,
Valve camshaft issues p0014
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Report

Reduced engine power light on. Issue with camshft timing. Engine nneds torn apart and new camshafts and timing belts not happy…
(19)
Report

2011 Chevrolet Equinox – 3.0L V6 88,000 mi,
PCM code displayed and was repaired at no cost by dealer. However now vehicle will not start on two separate occasions since vehicle returned. Is it related? Vehicle will only start after being jumped and starts fine for about 3 weeks then has to be jumped again??????

Actually the problem happened when I first bought the car used and I traveled 3hrs. away from my home in the winter and it was snowing ungodly when the car started shutting down and stating engine power low. The dealership I bought it from replaced the gas pedal they said. Well, its happening again and I am very concerned with my children in the vehicle when this happens I have no control. The steering wheel locks up and the car just shuts down. It is doing this again, but it has been riding rough for awhile. The code states its the throttle sensor. But who knows, there a several engine recalls. I don’t know, but I think GM needs to replace these vehicles at no cost! Our lives are more important then their bank accounts being debited!

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