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After getting engine replaced with only 4k miles (purchased car in August needed new engine in Sept), I was happy to have the car back a couple of weeks ago.
Again, really love the car...just not sure the car loves me back!
After about 9 days and 300 hundred miles on the new engine, today I was driving and at about 20 mph and the car completely died on me.
No power steering, no brakes...car just completely shut off. When the car came to a stop (on a busy highway), I put in park and tried to start it and it was dead. I mean nothing worked, no lights, no signals, no horn...nothing!
I was in a bad spot, left lane of highway, hazard lights not working (see pic below). Even door would not open (luckily I remembered the manual lever on side of car). Got a tow truck to Chevy dealership and now they are working on it...again.
At this point, I'm not sure I want the car back. Let me be clear, I definitively want another corvette, just not one with a engine that had to be replaced under 4k miles and apparently a car now with electrical issues / other issues.
The day this car was built, someone at the GM plant obviously had a bad day....I'm guessing.
That really sucks glad you didnt get run down. maybe an electrical connection wasnt properly grounded or it worked loose when the engine was installed Best of luck
Without knowing all the details, at least GM replaced your engine as opposed to repair/rebuilding it.
Considering the complexity and the fact C7 engine replacement isn't something a Chevy dealership does everyday, today's incident shouldn't been be all that surprising.
If it's found to be a minor issue related to the engine replacement I wouldn't be too upset, however if it's a more major or unrelated issue then I would be pushing for a replacement/buy-back.
Without knowing all the details, at least GM replaced your engine as opposed to repair/rebuilding it.
Considering the complexity and the fact C7 engine replacement isn't something a Chevy dealership does everyday, today's incident shouldn't been be all that surprising.
If it's found to be a minor issue related to the engine replacement I wouldn't be too upset, however if it's a more major or unrelated issue then I would be pushing for a replacement/buy-back.
You said what I wanted to say but better put than I had in my head.
That is a huge safety issue! Sorry to hear about it. I wouldn't drive that car again until I was assured that it won't repeat that episode you had. Hopefully they will find out "exactly" what caused it. If they are just going to guess, and do this and that, forget it. Start pushing for a replacement. Please keep us informed. Thanks.
What a Nightmare!! Your lucky you didn't get Rear-ended.With today's lack of paying attention something stupid could've happened.
Good luck with being Patient.Gonna have to wait for the Verdict.
Then maybe you'll have a decision to make.
I am sorry to hear of the problems you are experiencing with your Vette. I have been daily driving my Vettes for the last 22 years. I have not had any major issues, and virtually no minor issues with mine. Unfortunately for you, you have one that has some issues. I wonder if the car dying is due to the something associated with the installation of the replacement engine. Hopefully it is something easily diagnosed and repaired, and you are able to enjoy driving your Vette without anymore problems.
I'm kinda guessing here, but it sounds to me like you lost complete battery power. Did they not tighten up the anodes correctly following the engine swap? It could be a simple over look by the mechanic, and not a major flaw in the car.
It sucks for sure, but glad to see it hasn't turned you off on Corvettes entirely! If I had let some of the bad cars I've had turn me off of that brand, I wouldn't have had some of the great cars that I've had. For instance, one of my first cars was an 84 Laser, it was in the shop constantly! Instead of being turned off on 2.2 Chrysler products, I went out and bought a brand new 88 Dodge Shadow ES Turbo and that car gave me 3 years of trouble free service, then I sold it to my sister and she drove it many years. Years later I bought an 84 Corvette and it was a nightmare, but I didn't let that stop me from buying a C5, C6 and now C7 and all three of those were/are very reliable. The same with the 95 Trans Am I bought new, it was in the dealer for warranty work constantly, but I traded up to a new 98 Firebird Formula and it was flawless.
Sounds like a bad ground somewhere. I’m sure they will take care of it. As far as the new engine it was built just like the original. It’s not rocket science to remove and replace one. A lot of us do it and think it’s fun 😄
Sounds like a bad ground somewhere. I’m sure they will take care of it. As far as the new engine it was built just like the original. It’s not rocket science to remove and replace one. A lot of us do it and think it’s fun 😄
Well, as above with an engine replacement there is certainly the possibility an
electrical connector was loose or a wire is pinched.
I would consider returning to dealer's service department for diagnosis.
Yet, 4000 miles a new engine and now another unknown failure,
I too would look into Lemon Law.
If you do keep the Vette, perhaps GM should give you a no cost GM extended warranty.
GM bought my 16 stingray back but you have to give them 3 shots at fixing the same issue and if they can't you have a case. Not as easy as you would think, GM will not role over, you have to have a solid case and be persistent. Hopefully just a minor issue, good luck with fix.
Could be a lot of things and maybe something simple but that looks like the Jersey Turnpike and if so you're very fortunate to be alive! The car will be fixed or replaced and it will be. You should have a special Thanksgiving Day this year!
People hit on the technical issues already. I don’t blame you for wanting a new car at this point if it isn’t just a battery, ground fix.
Glad you’re alright!
I agree, I would want a new car even before the latest issue, however the problem is getting GM to agree to it.
As I stated above, at least they agreed to replace with a new engine, there's been cases where crankshaft/pistons etc have been
replaced at dealership as opposed to engine replacement. Think what that info being on the C7's records does to future re-sale value.
Zero. However I replace Diesel engines all the time. Looking at my Z06 it’s not that difficult with the proper equipment. Most don’t have the aptitude or are scared to change the shifter or even air filter. I get it. However it’s nuts and bolts. Really not that difficult.
11-10-2018, 09:58 PM
2018 GS...think it's time for GM to replace
The car will be fixed or replaced and it will be.
You should have a special Thanksgiving Day this year!