1997 Chevrolet Kodiak C6500 (2 ton) review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
At about 5,000 miles the entire rear end had to be replaced. Somehow the rear end was not getting lubricated right & was making a loud grinding noise.
At about 8,000 miles the transmission fluid for the wet clutch started to leak & caused the parking brake to slip (the parking brake on this truck clamps around the rear transmission shaft).
General comments?
It's a Wrecker. Can but don't have to plug it in on cold winter nights. Slow but good pulling power. Have to change oil every 5,000 miles (costs $40), takes 21 quarts of oil (15w-40) & a 2 quart capacity oil filter. Has 2 35 gallon tanks & gets 6 mpg. Top speed is 80 mph.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| Engine and transmission | Cat. I-6 Turbo Diesel |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Date of Entry | 18th October, 1998 |