[MAtRiX_757]

Mine needed the bolts replaced and I got it back today, it doesn't look like they changed the oil at all. Are they supposed to? My life meter says 56%.

[seth_man]

hopefully the rest of you get this taken care of before the pickup tube falls out of the oil pan like this one did. this one wiped out the main and rod bearings and
crankshaft.

[Glen e]

Wow...good pic.....

[nbryant]

Originally Posted by MAtRiX_757

Mine needed the bolts replaced and I got it back today, it doesn't look like they changed the oil at all. Are they supposed to? My life meter says 56%.

They probably didn't reset it. Get in touch with them to verify if the documentation they provided you doesn't note the engine being serviced with oil.

[Richard0nee]

Question, did all of that had this done got the recall pulled up when you entered your vin?

I entered my vin and it said no recalls needed.

[luv2ride]

Hi All,

So unfortunately I have this issue, however the oil pump pickup tube fell out while the car was in motion. I was on a two lane road at 55+ miles an hour and there was not a safe place to pull over immediately as there was no shoulder. The car was driven for approximately 3 miles at speed before I could pull over.

Here is my quandary and an issue I am facing with the repair:

First off, I have had extensive experience with motors, building and tuning, based on drag racing interest and hobby. With this said, The dealership has the car and in the processes of figuring out next steps. Initial diagnosis from dealership is as follows:

-No metal in pan
-Rod and Crank OK
-Replace pan and oil pump/pickup
-Put back together and go forward

Here is my issue. This car is not my daily driver and it will see maybe 20K in 15 years time. I have had the car for 3+ months and it still has <1000 miles.
IMO, knowing what I know, I would expect due diligence to insure things are not hurt. This would include inspecting the cylinder walls, piston skirts, rings, cam bearings etc. to insure items are not damaged or coating on various parts is not compromised. Since they are not inspecting the engine there could be a related failure that I might not realize in a timely manner, unless converted to a daily driver. This is not why I bought the car and feel like a proper inspection is required.

Am I crazy? I really don't feel like I am asking for something excessive to insure the engine is not hurt. If I was on the hook $$ wise to repair the engine in the future, I would want to insure it was not tainted, but the warranty game is getting in the way. "If it breaks again, we will fix it IF it is still under warranty." In my case, that is a big IF.....

In addition, the tow company provided by GM roadside assistance also damaged the drivers side floor pan gusset which is another hassle...

[Slem]

Luv2ride, I would be thinking the same as you, however they only call for inspection of the bottom end if the tube had fallen off. Hopefully everything will be fine.
I have a question for everyone that had to have the work performed due to having raised numbers, after work was done has there been any complaints of chassi noise , squeaks , thuds, tapping ect or has the car performed the same as did before the recall procedure.
Thanks

[TSloper]

That sucks on the sheet metal damage. They should have used the damn tow hook. I'd go after the tow company for that repair.

[luv2ride]

Originally Posted by TSloper

That sucks on the sheet metal damage. They should have used the damn tow hook. I'd go after the tow company for that repair.

GM Roadside Assistance (Allstate) has contacted me for pictures and estimate information. I can only hope they are going after the tow company.


FYI - I heard from GM and they will not do anything more than I mentioned. The dealer is trying to extend warranty to 6 years, but who knows if that will actually happen.

[mikeyg36]

Did you guys get a loaner for this?

[luv2ride]

I never did, but I didn't need one and never requested one.

In the end they did the lease amount of work possible and had the car for over two weeks. It is now fixed, but who knows the longevity aspects. I will drive for awhile and have the oil filter inspected for metal and signs of impending failure.

[6spdhyperblue]

Originally Posted by luv2ride

I never did, but I didn't need one and never requested one.

In the end they did the lease amount of work possible and had the car for over two weeks. It is now fixed, but who knows the longevity aspects. I will drive for awhile and have the oil filter inspected for metal and signs of impending failure.

i would escalate with GM and try to get a solid discount on a new one and trade it in. you have seen too much. if you get a discount, how much more could it be? If you have a bunch of miles on it already i would pay $1-2k for a 0 on the odo and peace of mind.

[BigBadBlue]

I did what you did today . Verify that I have the etched numbers and do not need the job done . I'm going book an appointment next week so the dealer an clear it .Thanks for sharing .

[PinHead]

Originally Posted by seth_man

hopefully the rest of you get this taken care of before the pickup tube falls out of the oil pan like this one did. this one wiped out the main and rod bearings and
crankshaft.

No pic there???