2020 Chevrolet LCF 3500

Introduction The 2020 Chevrolet LCF 3500 is a medium-duty truck that is available with various engine and transmission options. The base engine is a 6.6-liter V8 that produces 350 horsepower and 700 lb-ft of torque. Optional engines include a 7.8-liter V8 that produces 370 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque, and a 6.6-liter turbo-diesel V8 that produces 445 horsepower and 910 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options include a 6-speed automatic, a 10-speed automatic, and a manual transmission.

Engine

• 6.6-liter V8
  • Cylinder Head Leak
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaking from the cylinder head, overheating, white smoke from the exhaust
    • Solution: Replace cylinder head
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $3,000 - $5,000+
    • Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V210
  • Intake Manifold Gasket Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Vacuum leak, loss of power, rough idle
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Recalls: None Found
• 7.8-liter V8
  • No Issues Found
• 6.6-liter Turbo-Diesel V8
  • Turbocharger Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Reduced power, black smoke from the exhaust
    • Solution: Replace turbocharger
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• 6-speed Automatic
  • Torque Converter Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Slipping gears, shuddering, overheating
    • Solution: Replace torque converter
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500
    • Recalls: None Found
• 10-speed Automatic
  • No Issues Found
• Manual Transmission
  • No Issues Found

Suspension

• No Issues Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain * Description/Symptoms: Battery drains quickly, difficulty starting the vehicle * Solution: Diagnose and repair electrical drain * Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+ * Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Tailgate Latch Failure * Description/Symptoms: Tailgate fails to latch, opens unexpectedly * Solution: Replace tailgate latch * Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200 * Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V526

Interior

• Heater Core Leak * Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaking into the cabin, fogging windows, sweet smell * Solution: Replace heater core * Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000 * Recalls: None Found

Summary The 2020 Chevrolet LCF 3500 is generally a reliable vehicle, but it has some potential issues. The most severe issues include the cylinder head leak, intake manifold gasket failure, turbocharger failure, and battery drain. The cost to fix these issues can be significant, but fortunately, there are no major recalls associated with the vehicle.