Supposed to pick up a 2016 Z71 today

[wcsmith21]

Hello All- I'm supposed to go to the dealership today to pick up a new 2016 Tahoe z71 fully loaded w sunroof. After reading all the issues with drone noises, ears popping , vibration I'm thinking about backing out and just waiting. Does everyone agree or am I being overly concerned?

 

[NathanJax]

overly concerned...

Test drive it. Tell them you want it for half a day. You should be able to tell in half a day if any of those issues are there

 

[NYisles1]

Probably overly concerned. Sometimes ignorance is bliss. I listen for every little noise in my '16 Suburban z71 largely due to what I've read here. It almosts detracts from the ability to enjoy the vehicle. I do think some people are more sensitive than others to what likely occurs in all of these vehicles, so test drive thoroughly and make sure thats not you.

For what its worth, Im at 3500 miles with no problems aside from a squeak coming from the far rear side window, and that will be fixed at dealer next week. Have towed with our z71, driven through snow and on dirt roads, and a couple of highway trips all without issue.

 

[rattmobbins]

Totally over concerned. It's an absolute fact some of these trucks have the notorious droning issues, but not all of them do. My '15 Escalade doesn't have a single issue you've been hearing about. Couple fit and finish issues, but that's GM for ya, and the dealer works to resolve the squeaks and rattles for me when they pop up.

GM is selling the new Tahoe/Yukon/Escalade faster than they can make them (almost). If the problem was really as common as it seems when you poke around the Internet, it'd be making national headlines daily until GM resolved it.

I agree with NYisles1 about all the negativity detracting from the ability to enjoy the truck. I spent 80 large on my ride and spend the bulk of my time in it waiting for the other shoe to drop. Kinda lousy.

Test drive the hell out of the new rig, take it on the highway for an extended period (20 to 30 minutes), and make sure you cruise around a lot in the 30 to 50 mph range. That seems to be where people notice the droning/buffeting the most.

If it all checks out then buy it and ENJOY it!!!

 

[rattmobbins]

BTW OP, your 2010 is freaking killer looking! Can't wait to see what you end up doing with the 2016!

 

[Blueinterceptor]

I have a 15 Tahoe. 15i suburban and 16 Tahoe. Had one issue noise in the rear, weather striping. Had an issue with the wireless charging system in the suburban that was fixed in the 16's.
Take it for a spirited test drive on the highway

 

[wcsmith21]

Well after 500 miles my brand new 2016 Tahoe is back at the dealership. I could not stand the cabin pressure on my ears. I've driven a lot the last 3 days and my ears are hurting. Feels like a mild pressure in your head. Had the dealership shop foreman ride with me today and he felt the same pressure. I can't believe I'm going through this. The dealership said they never heard of anything like this. Just my luck.

 

[cardude2000]

The dealership said they never heard of anything like this. Just my luck.

Nonsense. Unless they don't have google.

And wait...did you not have the issues when you took it on an extended test drive?


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[rattmobbins]

And wait...did you not have the issues when you took it on an extended test drive?

Yeah, did you seriously take none of our advise and not drive the wheels off it on your test drive???

 

[wcsmith21]

I did take it for a good drive, but not 2+ hour road trips I just took for work. I was looking out for vibrations, etc. The truck rides great except for the pressure in your ears.

 

[ajs800]

sorry to hear...I can almost bet the next person to drive the truck WON'T NOTICE it unless it's extremely bad. I've been in multiple 15 &16 Yukon XL, suburban, and escalades and they all had the issue to some degree. I am a little surprised given yours is the standard length...most of them with the issue are the extended versions. I have our 15 XL about 99% eliminated (4 wheels and tire changes later) but it's still there at certain speeds. However, my wife, even when I would tell doesn't notice it. Two of my kids have never felt it while another one is really bothered by it. I really believe it comes down to the individual on whether or not it affects them.

To say it's a small percentage of trucks with the problem is an understatement. It's a big issue and hopefully GM will get it resolved with the 17 or 18 model.

There's a reason why it's racking up to be one of the most bought back vehicles by GM!

 

[fiatdale]

Dealer knew about it. Trucks have been out for 2 years and they encounter it weekly. If they are worth a damn they'll attempt to help you out.

 

[showtime1k]

What's the procedure for the dealer to let you test drive for a half day

 

[DWTahoe]

What's the procedure for the dealer to let you test drive for a half day

I would tell them you are spending X amount of money on a vehicle and you want to make sure it's the right one. I have always taken mine overnight before buying, make sure it fits in the garage, etc...... They usually have you sign a loaner agreement about liability and such and let you go on your way. If they have a problem with you taking it for a while I'd probably take my business elsewhere.

 

[CMac16XL]

Forum is a finite data point of a small amount of issues which become over amplified. They are selling tens of thousands of these vehicles per year. I would never buy first model year, after that data suggests outlier issues are less likely to arise.

 

[CMac16XL]

What's the procedure for the dealer to let you test drive for a half day

GM touts this as a dealer feature now, shouldn't have any issues.