Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Lemon Law Case Study
Drivetrain Failure and No-Start Condition on a New Silverado 2500 HD
Our client leased a new Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD from Vandergriff Chevrolet in Texas. Within weeks of delivery, the truck developed serious mechanical issues — a failure to start with all warning lights, followed by a confirmed driveline clunking noise and output shaft leak — requiring two separate dealer visits, with repairs still ongoing at time of filing.
Documented Repair Visits
May 6–23, 2025 (17 days)
The Silverado failed to start and displayed all warning lights. The shop road tested the vehicle but could not duplicate the problem.
May 27, 2025 – Present (ongoing)
A clunking noise from the underbody was confirmed during rough road driving. The right rear output shaft was found leaking. The radio was staying on after turning the truck off and exiting. Repair remained ongoing at time of filing.
Why This Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Qualified as a Lemon
Texas's Lemon Law (Texas Occupations Code Chapter 2301) sets specific thresholds that entitle a consumer to a buyback or replacement. This case satisfied multiple criteria:
- Engine: Required multiple repair attempts without permanent resolution.
- Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act eligible: Federal warranty protection provided additional remedies.
$71,288 Recovered for Our Client
Case Summary
- Vehicle leased: April 26, 2025
- Odometer at delivery: 1,527 miles
- Mileage at time of claim: 1,989 miles
- Documented repair visits: 2
- Settlement amount: $71,288 (Buyback)
Easy Lemon negotiated a full vehicle buyback of $71,288, returning our client's equity and terminating their obligation for the defective vehicle. This claim was filed against General Motors (Chevrolet).
Results may vary. Prior outcomes do not guarantee a similar result. Each case is unique and depends on its specific facts and applicable law. Attorney advertising. Easy Lemon® by RockPoint Law P.C.
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Aaron Waldo, Esq.
Attorney — Easy Lemon by RockPoint Law P.C.
Attorney at Easy Lemon by RockPoint Law P.C., specializing in lemon law claims across all 50 states. Aaron has helped hundreds of consumers recover full buybacks and cash settlements against major vehicle manufacturers.
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