NHTSA Complaint #11562949 — 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 STRUCTURE:BODY

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11562949
Vehicle	2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
Component	STRUCTURE:BODY
Date of Incident	November 1, 2023
Date Filed	January 2, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MD

Consumer Description

This vehicle has a frame that is rusted far beyond what you would normally expect. The same problem is listed in other complaints here and elsewhere online. The passenger side running board fell off because the frame it was attached to was so badly rusted.

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#11617955 — October 3, 2024 — This vehicle is an immaculate condition and the frame is completely rusted out of this. How can they not be a recall?

#11605407 — July 30, 2024 — Unknown. I doubt this will qualify but it seems to be a very common issue so I feel it is worth bringing attention to...

#11596085 — June 24, 2024 — This is the 3rd year in a row that i have to have the frame welded due to corrosion. I finally did an internet searc...

#11591390 — May 29, 2024 — The frame is rusted and flaking to pieces. Have replaced tailgate latches twice due to rust.

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