EcoTec3 News

EcoTec3 is a family of gasoline engines produced by General Motors for use in pickup trucks, SUVs and vans. It is part of GM’s Gen 5 Small Bock engine family and replaces the Vortec line of engines.

GM L87 Engine Recall: Are You Worried About The Resale Value Of Your Truck Or SUV?

Some lawsuit plaintiffs claim the L87 issues will hurt resale value.

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GM L87 Recall: Will 0W-40 Engine Oil Impact Fuel Economy?

Does higher viscosity mean lower MPG?

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GM 6.2L V8 L87 Engine Recall: Does The New Oil Cost More?

Thicker oil, higher price?

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GM Hit With Another L87 Engine Lawsuit Claiming Failed Recall

Another day, another L87 lawsuit.

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GM 6.2L V8 L87 Recall: Replaced Engines Benefit From Extended Warranty Coverage

10 years or 150,000 miles.

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L87 Recall: Will GM Dealers Replace Defective Engines, Or Repair Them?

A swath of full-size trucks and SUVs impacted.

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GM L87 Recall: Dealers Must Have These Two Specialty Tools To Diagnose Faulty Engines

Some vehicles will require a full engine replacement.

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GM L87 Recall: Here’s How Many Hours It Takes To Replace The Engine

Tens of thousands of new engines needed worldwide.

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L87 Engine Recall: GM Has Started Notifying Vehicle Owners

Roughly three percent of engines will need replacement.

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New GM 6.2L L87 Engine Lawsuit Claims Repairs Are Inadequate

Replacement engines allegedly have the same defects.

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GM L87 Engine Recall: Everything You Need To Know About The Oil

The thicker oil is supposed to optimize lubrication.

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GM 6.2L L87 Engine Recall: Engineer Explains Differences Between Oil Viscosities

A deep dive into engine lubrication.

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GM Facing 6.2L V8 L87 Engine Failure Class Action Lawsuit

Alleging that GM knew it was selling defective engines.

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GM 6.2L V8 L87 Engine Lawsuit Claims Thicker Oil Increases Fuel Consumption

Another headache for GM.

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6.2L V8 L87 Recall: Here’s How Many Engines GM Expects To Replace

Roughly three percent of recalled vehicles.

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GM 6.2L L87 Engine Recall Issued In Canada

Affecting almost 50,000 units in the country.

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GM Tonawanda Plant To Work Overtime To Build More L87 Engines

To deal with the recall.

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2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2

Should You Use 0W-40 Oil In Your Non-Recalled GM 6.2L L87 Engine?

The wrong oil could void your warranty.

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GM 6.2L V8 L87 Engine Recall Unrelated To Valve Lifter Issues

Crank defects and contamination cited in safety recall.

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GM 6.2L V8 L87 Recall: Good Engines To Get Extended Warranty Coverage

Non-defective engines also get new oil spec.

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GM 6.2L L87 Engine Recall: It Took 14K People To Complain For It To Happen

Nearly 600,000 units in U.S. may be affected.

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Here’s How Many GM Vehicles Are Affected By The 6.2L V8 L87 Engine Recall

Several Cadillac, Chevy, and GMC nameplates impacted.

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GM Explains Why 6.2L V8 L87 Engine Recall Doesn’t Apply To 2019, 2020 Vehicles

Specific build period under investigation.

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Here’s Why GM 6.2L V8 Recall Doesn’t Apply To 2025 Model Year Vehicles

Only 2021-2024 models are included in the recall.

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Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon And Escalade Recalled Over 6.2L V8 Engine Loss Of Propulsion

Finally recalled following a series of replacements, lawsuits, and investigations.

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Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra Recalled For 6.2L V8 L87 Engine Loss Of Propulsion

Finally recalled following a series of lawsuits, investigations and engine replacements.

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