Radiator/engine coolant leak
10-17-2014, 02:15 PM
#1
Radiator/engine coolant leak
So I was looking under my 2015 2LT Z51 yesterday evening and noticed a small drop of coolant dangling under the Left Hand Front side of the vehicle. Has anyone been experiencing any leaks??? only 500 miles on the car. No accumulation of fluid on the ground.
10-17-2014, 02:20 PM
#2
Le Mans Master
I had to have my Radiator replaced when my car had around 500 miles on it.
Thankfully my Dealership did an excellent job replacing it.
Thankfully my Dealership did an excellent job replacing it.
10-17-2014, 02:24 PM
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10-17-2014, 03:25 PM
#4
Le Mans Master
No drop. I could smell the coolant after I drove the car.
After inspection with a flash light I found evidence by the air dam.
After inspection with a flash light I found evidence by the air dam.
10-17-2014, 03:41 PM
#5
Premium Supporting Vendor
Yes, one day my radiator leak the coolant all over the floor. Now dealer have replaced new one for me and no more leaking.
10-17-2014, 03:43 PM
#6
Melting Slicks
Not uncommon...my radiator was replaced at about 500 mi after I noticed small puddles of coolant on the garage floor. Apparently there are several defective radiators out there...
10-17-2014, 03:48 PM
#7
Burning Brakes
I noticed some small drips the first night. It turned out to be one of the hose connections. The dealer ordered the whole hose assembly and hasn't been a problem since.
10-23-2014, 09:43 PM
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William R.
Chevrolet Customer Care
10-24-2014, 07:04 AM
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Coolant Leak
Sorry to hear about your coolant leak. I understand the displeasure when dealing with a matter like this. Although you're seeking opinions from others, I'd be happy to communicate your concerns with the Customer Experience Managers (CEM) at your GM dealer of choice. Please know that you're welcome to message us privately if you would like to discuss this further, or if you simply want this matter documented.
William R.
Chevrolet Customer Care
William R.
Chevrolet Customer Care
I truly appreciate you taking the initiative to provide me with a formal reply on the Forum. I called Paul Conte Chevrolet in Freeport N.Y. where I made the purchase. To my surprise Paul Conte Chevrolet told me that their Corvette Mechanic is out for the next two weeks and that I can bring the car in when he returns. I cant tell you how upsetting it was to be told that Paul Conte doesn't have any other qualified technicians who have the capability to check for a leak.
I wound up bringing the vehicle to Robert Chevrolet in Hicksville. They performed a pressure test and were not able to find an issue. I showed them the picture on my cell phone of the coolant drop dangling from beneath the vehicle and they looked surprised. The leak at this point in time is minimal. A drop here and there at best. Its uncertain what may materialize. Perhaps the material is simply seeping out of a crevasse in the chassis as a result of an overfill or spillage at the plant? Time will tell. I just hope I don't get stranded somewhere with all my fluids dumped on the pavement or with any damage.
Please feel free to document this along with Paul Conte's inability to provide service. Perhaps this will be a warning to other readers who may be expecting better service from those they make a purchase from. VERY DISSAPOINTED IN PAUL CONTE CHEVROLET.
10-24-2014, 08:22 AM
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10-24-2014, 09:48 PM
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Pinhole in radiator
Noticed a slow drip of red fluid under right front. Took the car in and they found a pinhole in the radiator. Car had 700 miles on it. Dealer replaced the radiator. Just got it back today. Dealer was great.
10-26-2014, 01:12 PM
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William,
I truly appreciate you taking the initiative to provide me with a formal reply on the Forum. I called Paul Conte Chevrolet in Freeport N.Y. where I made the purchase. To my surprise Paul Conte Chevrolet told me that their Corvette Mechanic is out for the next two weeks and that I can bring the car in when he returns. I cant tell you how upsetting it was to be told that Paul Conte doesn't have any other qualified technicians who have the capability to check for a leak.
I wound up bringing the vehicle to Robert Chevrolet in Hicksville. They performed a pressure test and were not able to find an issue. I showed them the picture on my cell phone of the coolant drop dangling from beneath the vehicle and they looked surprised. The leak at this point in time is minimal. A drop here and there at best. Its uncertain what may materialize. Perhaps the material is simply seeping out of a crevasse in the chassis as a result of an overfill or spillage at the plant? Time will tell. I just hope I don't get stranded somewhere with all my fluids dumped on the pavement or with any damage.
Please feel free to document this along with Paul Conte's inability to provide service. Perhaps this will be a warning to other readers who may be expecting better service from those they make a purchase from. VERY DISSAPOINTED IN PAUL CONTE CHEVROLET.
I truly appreciate you taking the initiative to provide me with a formal reply on the Forum. I called Paul Conte Chevrolet in Freeport N.Y. where I made the purchase. To my surprise Paul Conte Chevrolet told me that their Corvette Mechanic is out for the next two weeks and that I can bring the car in when he returns. I cant tell you how upsetting it was to be told that Paul Conte doesn't have any other qualified technicians who have the capability to check for a leak.
I wound up bringing the vehicle to Robert Chevrolet in Hicksville. They performed a pressure test and were not able to find an issue. I showed them the picture on my cell phone of the coolant drop dangling from beneath the vehicle and they looked surprised. The leak at this point in time is minimal. A drop here and there at best. Its uncertain what may materialize. Perhaps the material is simply seeping out of a crevasse in the chassis as a result of an overfill or spillage at the plant? Time will tell. I just hope I don't get stranded somewhere with all my fluids dumped on the pavement or with any damage.
Please feel free to document this along with Paul Conte's inability to provide service. Perhaps this will be a warning to other readers who may be expecting better service from those they make a purchase from. VERY DISSAPOINTED IN PAUL CONTE CHEVROLET.
I definitely realize how concerning this situation would be and apologize for your service experience with Paul Conte Chevrolet. Feel free to contact us private message so we can acquire further information in order to document this per your request. Thanks so much!
William R.
Chevrolet Customer Care