Vehicle slowed and stopped moving while driving city street. Engine rpm would speed up but vehicle would not move. Shut engine off for 5 minutes then tried moving the car again, was able to get off road then stopped moving again. Had towed to Chevrolet dealership. Problem diagnosed as major internal failure. Replaced transmission with GM Serta remanufactured transmission. Also replaced rear engine crankshaft seal while transmission was out - leaking.
Had to replace the transmission at 4400 miles. Junk this car has had every module and electrical part replaced. This is the worst car I have ever bought GM will Buy this car back as a lemon.
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