2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission U-joints under warrantee?

[fkovalski]

I am noticing a slight “tinny” clunk when shifting and when on & off the accelerator. I inspected the drive line and saw evidence of the middle U-joint just past the center carrier bearing is dry and has very slight play in it. Is this covered on the 3/36 warrantee or is considered a wear item? I have 1 year and 6,000 miles left on it. Thanx- frank

 

[jwilliams3]

U joints should be covered by the 3/36 drivetrain warranty.



--Justin

 

[Big-D]

Keep us Advised

I'd like to know the outcome of what your dealership has to say about replacing your U-joints. Please let us know.

 

[fkovalski]

I will keep you posted- I have an appointment this Friday 17 Jan. Time for the next oil change. They do it for free as part of the lease/ purchase for the life of the truck (every 3,000 miles too!)

 

[fkovalski]

UPDATE: The dealer said prior to any diagnosis that U- joints are in fact covered by the 3/36. When they inspected my vehicle, they also determined that in addition to the U- joints, the mid carrier bearing had play in it. They are going to replace the entire rear drive shaft which is on order! Hope I don’t have to go through this BS in another 30K! Seems to me that these components should last longer than this. I am leasing the truck and was planning on purchasing it, but might just dump it depending on what goes on until then. I will be posting a thread later when timely asking for opinions as to my best options. -frank

 

[LSMITH]

WOW!! Let everyone know who your dealer is. Some of the guys from the metro Denver area might even drive up to get quality service and decent treatment!!

 

[fkovalski]

No need for any one in the DVR metro area to drive up to my neck of the woods--- I won't mention any names but it is located on "--BROADWAY__" (hint) in Littleton and is a 5 star dealership. p. s. They called to let me know that the part is in and I will have it intstalled next visit.