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JimthePAHunter

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HI all,

 

I just drove my new truck home today from a dealership 30 miles north of me here in SW PA.

I was looking around for a forum to join and landed here from a Google search. While googling, I also found something disturbing

on another site: http://news.pickuptrucks.com/2014/01/recall-alert-2014-chevrolet-silverado-1500-and-gmc-sierra-1500.html

Then I read the recall due to a fire hazard from a leaking oil line here on this site. Do I need to worry?

When I parked my truck in the garage I could smell the "new truck" smell of something hot. I thought it was just due to it being new and maybe the exhaust and/or cat. was burning in. Now I'm paranoid. I sent an email to the dealership just now. Guess I'll read it tomorrow.

Jim

 

 

 

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I had the exact same smell on my new Silverado High Country. I was freaked out about it and the recall news. The smell went away after about 200 miles and a couple weeks. I would not worry. I checked to see if my truck was on the recall list and it was not. Enjoy your truck. Yes there have been some QC issues, but I personally love my vehicle. Stop reading about all the people who have issues and the recalls and just enjoy the new car.

 

Congratulations! Upload some pictures.

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JimthePAHunter

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Thanks to all who responded. The dealer informed me that my truck was not on the recall list.

anonymouse, I'll get some pics to upload soon.

99silveradoz71....nice truck!

darylz71....I'm near Somerset, Pennsyltucky :dunno:

 

Thanks again,

Jim

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JimthePAHunter,

 

Congratulations on the purchase of your new vehicle! I understand that you may have some questions or concerns regarding your new vehicle and open recalls. Please contact us via private message if you have any lingering questions or concerns.

 

Jennifer T.

GM Customer Care

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