2002 Chevrolet S10 Suspension Problems

“I have a 2002 Chevrolet S10 zr2. It has had many problems in the front end, it was eventually discovered to have numerous cracks and broken welds, mostly on the right side. At this point GM has offered a 70/30 split on repairs, which we reluctantly agreed to because we needed the vehicle repaired. Now that the frame has been haphazardly repaired by a different dealer, because the dealer that we purchased it from refused to look at it, we feel that it is still a safety hazard and we are trying to get it repaired correctly. …”

“Front bearing hubs have gone bad. This has happen only 3,000 after the extended warranty has expired at 100,000. I had loud grinding and vibration in front after I took off winter aggressive snow tires. The snow tires have masked the problem and the vehicle would have been serviced if heard. Took it to dealer to have them find problem. Comes back with both hubs need replaced and upper and lower ball joints with a total of 1710.00 in service. I felt that GM should be responsible. I called GM and declined even after consulting with dealer. …”

“The state was inspecting the vehicle, and the inspector informed the consumer that both upper ball joints needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified, and informed the consumer that this problem was not covered under a recall.”

“The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet s-10. While driving approximately 70 MPH and approaching a stop sign, the front driver's side lower ball joint detached from the vehicle. The tire folded at a 45 degree angle. The current mileage was 80,300 and failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 10/16/08 updated 10/20/08.”

“Consumer has brought vehicle back to the dealership three times for a creaking noise heard in the front end. Also, consumer complained that when taking foot off throttle vehicle will not slow down for a period of time. When driving with the air conditioner on, vehicle will not slow down. Vehicle overruns the cruise control from 3 to 6 miles per hour. .”