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#28 of 72 Re: rusted crossmember/sub frame [arkainzeye] by guitjoe Jan 10, 2007 (7:38 pm)
Replying to: arkainzeye (Jan 10, 2007 5:15 pm) It is my understanding that 1999 - 2001 is the affected models. I have a couple of friends who have the older Geo Tracker and their under-frame is in good shape. I am sure if the car had over 100,000 miles or was 10 years old that might be an issue. I gave Customer Service all the details on my Tracker e.g. 78,000 miles, I am sure if that gave them an out they would have stated so. If the sheet metal was rusting and the bushings were worn that would be another thing. But my Tracker is in otherwise very good condition. You would never guess that the frame was in that bad a shape.
#29 of 72 Re: rusted crossmember/sub frame [arkainzeye] by steve_ HOST Jan 10, 2007 (9:28 pm)
Replying to: arkainzeye (Jan 10, 2007 5:15 pm) I found this at the NHTSA:   "Are There Any Limitations on My Right to Have My Vehicle Remedied at No Charge?   Yes. There is a limitation based on the age of the vehicle. In order to be eligible for free remedy, the vehicle cannot be more than 10 years old on the date the defect or non-compliance is determined. Under the law, the age of the vehicle is calculated from the date of sale to the first purchaser."   Full text can be found at the Motor Vehicle Defects and Recall Campaigns page. Replies to this message: guitjoe (Jan 11, 2007 2:01 pm) thewolfe (Apr 09, 2007 11:00 am) jredder (Apr 09, 2007 3:16 pm)
#30 of 72 Re: rusted crossmember/sub frame [steve_] by guitjoe Jan 11, 2007 (2:01 pm)
Replying to: steve_ (Jan 10, 2007 9:28 pm) Excellent piece of research! I was contacted by the GM Customer Service Rep today. She just wanted to acknowledge that she had received my e-mail. I gave her some of the info that we had gathered and informed her of the complaints that have been filed. My part (cross-member) finally arrived today. The mechanic that found the part for me said that the local dealership told him they still could not get the part. The new part has drain holes to relieve any moisture that may settle in the recesses. I am going to keep a very close eye on it to be sure. Replies to this message: thewolfe (Apr 09, 2007 11:00 am) jredder (Apr 09, 2007 3:16 pm)
#31 of 72 Tracker Defect Summary by guitjoe Jan 11, 2007 (5:11 pm)
I found this very interesting. For those who have not seen the official defect summary per GM submission to NHTSA  I take issue with the statement, "GM provided vehicle test data showing that crossmembers that fail in this manner do not cause a loss of vehicle control and, therefore do not represent an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety". To NHTSA's credit they have upgraded the investigation to an engineering analysis. Just moments before my control arm separated I was on a very crooked highway (Indiana 446) at 55 mph. I am convinced.
#32 of 72 Re: rusted crossmember/sub frame [guitjoe] by thewolfe Apr 09, 2007 (11:00 am)
Replying to: guitjoe (Jan 11, 2007 2:01 pm) Well, I just had my crossmember replaced last week by my personal mechanic instead of a local dealership and at least saved some money. I actually drove it the couple of miles to my mechanics (with my boyfriend following) and if I got over 35 mph the car shook violently (I can only imagine what it would have been like if I had been going 65 mph when it went)! I kept my receipts for the part, installation and alignment and kept the part for proof if a recall is ever issued. My mechanic was just utterly amazed at the rust and what other parts could be affected along with the crossmember and cannot believe this could not be a driving hazard. I just hope that no lives are harmed due to this defect before GM decides to do something about the problem! Replies to this message: jredder (Apr 09, 2007 3:16 pm)
#33 of 72 Re: rusted crossmember/sub frame [thewolfe] by jredder Apr 09, 2007 (3:16 pm)
Replying to: thewolfe (Apr 09, 2007 11:00 am) after getting your post i submitted a follow up complaint to nhtsa. has anyone heard of any updates?
#34 of 72 Very Interesting by adicle Apr 13, 2007 (3:47 pm)
After reading these posts, I went under my 2000 Tracker to check out the crossmember. Expecting the worst, I was surprised that the crossmember was fine. After a closer look, I noticed that there were 4 drill holes in the member that allowed the moisture to escape. The rusted pictures posted on previous messages do not have the same drill holes as mine did. Looks like someone on the assembly line walked away for a smoke break and neglected to drill in the proper holes. Why else would Trackers from the same year have different crossmembers?
#35 of 72 Re: rusted crossmember/sub frame [jredder] by michiganguy421 Jun 04, 2007 (2:52 pm)
Replying to: jredder (Dec 16, 2006 4:35 pm) 06/04/2007 Just dropped my 99 tracker off at the frame shop to be fixed, Guy says he will call in the am with price. Will let you guys know what problems I run into. We can all also go to ripoffreport.com to voice your complaints Replies to this message: michiganguy421 (Jun 05, 2007 12:28 pm)
#36 of 72 Re: rusted crossmember/sub frame [michiganguy421] by michiganguy421 Jun 05, 2007 (12:28 pm)
Replying to: michiganguy421 (Jun 04, 2007 2:52 pm) 25 bucks from the junkyard, dealer wanted $350. Frame guy will install for $350
#37 of 72 Venting about Rusted sub frame on 2000 Tracker by ksanner Aug 19, 2007 (2:46 pm)
I have a 2000 4dr/4wd Chevy Tracker. I purchased it in November of 2006 from a Chevy dealer. I also purchased the Value Guard protection plan. I was told that the Tracker had just had new rotors installed and that it was a solid car. In June of this year, I took it to a GM certified garage (not the dealer that I purchased from though) for a steering issue...it was tight...very hard to turn the steering wheel. They told me it was the rack, which was covered by the extended warranty. They ordered the part and repaired it, said it was in excellent working condition. The second I got in the car to drive it, I was convinced that nothing was done to it. Took it back to the garage, and was told it was the intermediate steering shaft. Not covered. But, I'm a single mom of three and needed the vehicle, so I paid for the repair. Yesterday I took the car to a local Ford Garage for the inspection. Imagine my surprise when they told me it would never pass inspection because the sub frame was rusted through! Apparently, I have been driving my kids around in an unsafe vehicle! Now...my inspection runs out in two weeks, I can't afford the repair, have to continue making the payments on the Tracker, and thus can't afford another vehicle. And...on a side note, the rotors that I was told were brand new turned out to be one used rotor replacement, and the brakes on the front were two different sizes! I feel totally ripped off by the dealer that sold me the car less than a year ago and again ripped off by the repair garage who HAD to have seen that subframe when replacing the rack and steering shaft and didn't have the decency to tell me! That would have at least given me more time to figure out what I'm going to drive! What the heck is up with Chevy!! Replies to this message: tidester (Aug 19, 2007 9:58 pm) ksanner (Aug 20, 2007 4:19 am) jredder (Aug 21, 2007 7:13 am) and 5 more...

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