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Yep! That's the name of the game.Run em until they blow!
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Yep! That's the name of the game.Run em until they blow!
Sorry to hear that. Hopefully it's not a long wait. Unfortunately, the numbers are growing. It's painful to watch here, but it's a lot more prevalent on Reddit, where it cuts across the entire line of GM vehicles.Add me to the list. Bought mine in 22. Was driving it last Saturday with my 81 year old mother in the passenger seat. Vehicle shutdown and had to coast over to the side of the road. Towed to dealership who called me yesterday saying the engine was seized and needed replacing. Said they're on backorder. Any ideas on how long it's taking to get the new engines? Really disappointed with GM here.
Get it fixed and trade it in. The replacement motor is just another ticking time bombHere's my recap from another thread:
I've had mine for a bit more than a year (2024 in Slate Grey - love that color). Sitting at idle Friday night 3/7/25 truck was running fine, waiting with my wife for a table at one of our favorite burger joints, on the phone with my son... With no warning, the engine starts shaking and sputtering like it's trying to disassemble itself and then dies 15 seconds later. I have babied this thing, and was really happy with the V8 power and the suspension. Now I'm some combination of bewildered, depressed and pissed off.
I went to see the service rep in person today (that was 3/13). They have 4 other 6.2s in line ahead of me for replacement. Best guess is 2-4 months.
Talked to the service manager earlier this week (that was 3/24). Looks like a top end rebuild instead of a new engine. From what I was told, there was a piston failure that will require replacing two pistons and a bunch of valves (looks like valve parts were found in the cylinder).
Now I need some advice (this from my post on 3/26)... I told the dealer that regardless of what GM told them (GM told the dealer to rebuild, not replace the engine), I didn't pay all that money last year (cash, not financed) for a rebuilt engine. I paid for a new engine and I want it replaced, and i want the powertrain warranty reset to zero. The service manager said she would insist on that too, but they could only do what GM said was covered under warranty, and that's a rebuild. She gave me the number and I took it up with GM, and told them the same thing. Waiting to hear back now. Should I continue to insist on a new engine, or is a rebuild just as good at this point?
Talked to GM Customer Service today (4/4) for the second time. They are adamant that they will not replace the engine - just rebuild it. Now I'm going to get a truck back that is one step from a "branded" title. Have you ever seen this advertisement: "For Sale, 2024 Silverado ZR2, not a scratch on it, new Undercover bedcover and DuHa underseat lockable storage plus other good stuff, rebuilt engine." Wait... WTF? Rebuilt engine? I was a Chevy fanboy after owning a Colorado ZR2 3.6 for 4 years. And I couldn't be more pissed off right now.
It's gonna cost some dollars, but you need to retain an attorney and see if they'll write a letter to GM and the dealer seeking remedy for a new motor. If you can find one that will do this for a base fee, it might not cost much. A lot of lawyers today want a retainer fee and that can be anywhere from $3-12k+ depending upon your case. I believe if you retain an attorney and your state laws favor your position, GM will charge their mind quickly.Here's my recap from another thread:
I've had mine for a bit more than a year (2024 in Slate Grey - love that color). Sitting at idle Friday night 3/7/25 truck was running fine, waiting with my wife for a table at one of our favorite burger joints, on the phone with my son... With no warning, the engine starts shaking and sputtering like it's trying to disassemble itself and then dies 15 seconds later. I have babied this thing, and was really happy with the V8 power and the suspension. Now I'm some combination of bewildered, depressed and pissed off.
I went to see the service rep in person today (that was 3/13). They have 4 other 6.2s in line ahead of me for replacement. Best guess is 2-4 months.
Talked to the service manager earlier this week (that was 3/24). Looks like a top end rebuild instead of a new engine. From what I was told, there was a piston failure that will require replacing two pistons and a bunch of valves (looks like valve parts were found in the cylinder).
Now I need some advice (this from my post on 3/26)... I told the dealer that regardless of what GM told them (GM told the dealer to rebuild, not replace the engine), I didn't pay all that money last year (cash, not financed) for a rebuilt engine. I paid for a new engine and I want it replaced, and i want the powertrain warranty reset to zero. The service manager said she would insist on that too, but they could only do what GM said was covered under warranty, and that's a rebuild. She gave me the number and I took it up with GM, and told them the same thing. Waiting to hear back now. Should I continue to insist on a new engine, or is a rebuild just as good at this point?
Talked to GM Customer Service today (4/4) for the second time. They are adamant that they will not replace the engine - just rebuild it. Now I'm going to get a truck back that is one step from a "branded" title. Have you ever seen this advertisement: "For Sale, 2024 Silverado ZR2, not a scratch on it, new Undercover bedcover and DuHa underseat lockable storage plus other good stuff, rebuilt engine." Wait... WTF? Rebuilt engine? I was a Chevy fanboy after owning a Colorado ZR2 3.6 for 4 years. And I couldn't be more pissed off right now.
Yep, my fear when I see a post like this last one is that GM is now starting to feel the financial and logistical costs of replacing motors and doing buybacks. So now they are gonna half ass the repairs to get customers past warranty and then charge more for future repairs and motors to recoup losses.GM really needs to get their $hit together!
Yeah I read some stories from Escalade owners who paid $130K and aren’t getting a loaner due to the stress on the dealership “system”. Talk about some pissed off folks. This is starting to do some brand damage.Sorry to hear that. Hopefully it's not a long wait. Unfortunately, the numbers are growing. It's painful to watch here, but it's a lot more prevalent on Reddit, where it cuts across the entire line of GM vehicles.
Trade it for what? ZR2 with a baby duramax?Get it fixed and trade it in. The replacement motor is just another ticking time bomb![]()
Exactly, you can't even get a reliable Ram with a Cummins motor cause they jacked them up too. Starting to see issues with them needing tear downs too........the whole vehicle system is smoldering! If you can fuck up a Chevy small block, a Duramax, and a Cummins you've really done the unimaginable....... good job Detroit!Trade it for what? ZR2 with a baby duramax?
Yep, That's probably the most ridiculous part. NA Chevy small block should be stupid reliable at this point. One making it to 100k shouldn't seem like an accomplishment. Should be almost weird for them to not hit 300k+ with regular scheduled maintenance. Hearing people say there is literally a line at dealers and national back order for engines is beyond ridiculous. Glad we are being green, Saving a little fuel at the pump, less emissions at the tailpipe. I mean so what if people have to replace engines like a set of tires. Pretty bad when brake pads are outlasting a lot of engines. Can't be better for the environment.Exactly, you can't even get a reliable Ram with a Cummins motor cause they jacked them up too. Starting to see issues with them needing tear downs too........the whole vehicle system is smoldering! If you can fuck up a Chevy small block, a Duramax, and a Cummins you've really done the unimaginable....... good job Detroit!
Exactly! We have to find a balance with environmental resources and reliability and cost of equipment! We've sacrificed the latter at the green alter!Yep, That's probably the most ridiculous part. NA Chevy small block should be stupid reliable at this point. One making it to 100k shouldn't seem like an accomplishment. Should be almost weird for them to not hit 300k+ with regular scheduled maintenance. Hearing people say there is literally a line at dealers and national back order for engines is beyond ridiculous. Glad we are being green, Saving a little fuel at the pump, less emissions at the tailpipe. I mean so what if people have to replace engines like a set of tires. Pretty bad when brake pads are outlasting a lot of engines. Can't be better for the environment.