What year Duramax has no emissions?
LB7: 2001 – 2004 The LB7 is the original Duramax engine that arrived in 2001. It’s still highly popular in the used market. Other than LB7 engines sold in California, these engines didn’t include any emission control devices. The lack of these extra emissions parts made the engines highly reliable.
What are the problems with the 6.6 Duramax?
Fuel system trouble isn’t good in any automobile, and the 6.6-liter Duramax is known for two specific fuel-related issues. First, air can get into the fuel lines easily. Second, this starves the engine of fuel. This particular engine uses an injection pump instead of a lift pump and this cracks the fuel filter housing.
What does it mean when it says service emission system?
Recommended Services Hello – the “service emissions system” warning means that something in the emissions control systems is not keeping the engine emissions within boundaries set by the Environmental Protection Agency (or California Air Resources Board if you are in California).
What issues do Duramax diesels have?
Other Duramax LLY problems included the following: Head gasket failure. Injector harness chafing. Water pump failure.
How many miles do Duramax last?
Overall, a properly cared for Duramax engine should last over 300,000 miles. However, consumers report having Duramax’s lasting in the 500,000-mile range!
What vehicles are affected by the Duramax diesel engine recall?
Affected vehicles include: 2011–2016 2500HD Silverado 6.6L V8 Duramax diesel trucks with LML engines 2011–2016 3500HD Silverado 6.6L V8 Duramax diesel trucks with LML engines 2011–2016 2500HD Sierra 6.6L V8 Duramax diesel trucks with LML engines 2011–2016 3500HD Sierra 6.6L V8 Duramax diesel trucks with LML engines
Are GM diesel engines a ‘ticking time bomb’?
GM promised consumers the continued reliability of their diesel engines, but with increased fuel efficiency and power at greater fuel efficiency. However, this came with a hidden and catastrophic cost that was secretly passed on to consumers,” the suit claimed while also referring to the engines as a “ticking time bomb.”
Is your Duramax engine compatible with US diesel fuel?
But now General Motors is dealing with its own situation regarding diesel engines. The Detroit News reports that GM is now facing a class-action suit alleging its 6.6-liter Duramax engine found in 2011-2016 Chevrolet and GMC models is not compatible with US diesel fuel.
Are there any Chevy Dealers that have a diesel mechanic?
There are 4 Chevy dealers in my area and only one has a competent diesel mechanic. This one mechanic is not the best and it can take two trips to get a problem fixed but with the other dealer’s mechanics nothing gets fixed and I still get charged for “repairs”.