NHTSA Complaint #11564482 — 1997 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11564482
Vehicle	1997 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
Component	STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Date of Incident	December 26, 2023
Date Filed	January 9, 2024
Mileage	75,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OH

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, the corner of the front seat fell through the floor structure. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was stated that the subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted and stated that the original frame to repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was 75,000.

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