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PDXSSCE · 07-12-2018, 10:23 AM

Each time the top is lowered/raised, it detaches from the moldings at the quarter windows & is completely loose. There doesn't seem to be a way of securing it. Additionally, when the top is up, it appears that one side of the same spot, sits about 1/4" further back than the molding beneath it. As if it's too short on that side.
I've done my best to explain the issue. The attached picture shows the area to which I'm referring. Hopefully, someone who also experienced it found a solution to share, because I'm beyond frustrated.

GodWentPunk · 07-12-2018, 01:28 PM

What model/year is that red one?

joe...

PDXSSCE · 07-12-2018, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by GodWentPunk

What model/year is that red one?

joe...

I don't know, it's an online 5th generation picture to show the location of the problem. My car is a 2015, if that's why you asked.

GodWentPunk · 07-12-2018, 02:42 PM

Ok... Our 2014/2015 tops so far have worked flawlessly and I've not heard of any complaints for those years. We know the 2010-2013 have issues and if the pic is from one of those years, then I wouldn't worry about it happening to our rides.

joe...

PDXSSCE · 07-12-2018, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by GodWentPunk

Ok... Our 2014/2015 tops so far have worked flawlessly and I've not heard of any complaints for those years. We know the 2010-2013 have issues and if the pic is from one of those years, then I wouldn't worry about it happening to our rides.

joe...

I'm experiencing the issue on my 2015. It's the reason I'm asking if someone knows of a solution.

GodWentPunk · 07-12-2018, 03:18 PM

Hopefully your warranty is still in place.. maybe have the dealership look at it?

joe...

95birdible · 07-12-2018, 07:08 PM

This happened on my first 2012 when the top was replaced. Instead of getting the top in the grooves correctly, most installers use a rubber mallet to get them in there. That in turn breaks the tabs and the top is ruined. Looks like your top was probably replaced at some point or it was defective from the factory. Bring it in to the dealer and get it checked out and documented.

PDXSSCE · 07-12-2018, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 95birdible

This happened on my first 2012 when the top was replaced. Instead of getting the top in the grooves correctly, most installers use a rubber mallet to get them in there. That in turn breaks the tabs and the top is ruined. Looks like your top was probably replaced at some point or it was defective from the factory. Bring it in to the dealer and get it checked out and documented.

To what tabs are you referring? I'm unable to find something online about them. I'm not doubting you, I simply wish to understand it. What was finally done to resolve the issue with your top?

DaddySS · 07-15-2018, 06:54 PM

There's a TSB for the rear moldings coming loose. Don't remember the fix but have a look.

GodWentPunk · 07-16-2018, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by DaddySS

There's a TSB for the rear moldings coming loose. Don't remember the fix but have a look.

Are these the TSBs you were talking about? http://www.chevroletproblems.com/veh...aro/tsbs/2015/

I didn't see anything regarding the window but I'm going to look to see if there is anything else that might effect my car.

joe...

PDXSSCE · 07-17-2018, 10:43 AM

The following message was in my inbox when I returned from dropping the car off at the shop again:

"I have had this issue before, the molding adhesive failed, go to the auto part store and get some trim/ window adhesive. put the top down roll the rear window up and then simply pull of the rubber piece and put a little of the adhesive in the slot, then put it back on and then secure it with some tape overnight and it will be fine. if i was at home i could give the part number."

I didn't name the forum member out of respect for his privacy, since he didn't post it in the thread & instead chose to send his assistance, for which I'm extremely grateful, in a message.
It's exactly what the shop said was going to be done, with windshield adhesive, so it was good news. I picked the car up yesterday & will post a follow up to confirm the result, in case someone else should unfortunately encounter the problem.

taf21979 · 07-29-2018, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by GodWentPunk

Ok... Our 2014/2015 tops so far have worked flawlessly and I've not heard of any complaints for those years. We know the 2010-2013 have issues and if the pic is from one of those years, then I wouldn't worry about it happening to our rides.

joe...

Really 13s having convertible top issues that's news to me and I have been around the 5th gen game from the beginning. I think you should check your info 11s and some 12s yes 13s no. Not to mention the issue is regarding the 5th bow not the window separating from the window.

18LTLoveIt · 08-26-2018, 08:42 AM

My experience with the dealers is 'deer in the headlights'. "We don't see many convertibles" and that was at 2 dealers! Undaunted, I went to the Top Shop for final diagnose and they said top was in perfect shape. That ride home I was done.

As for 2013, the original top issues that plagued 2011 & 2012, also effected early 2013s too. Build dates after Feb 2013 should be much better.

One quirky problem was a rubber stopper just above the plastic trim. Passenger side preformed as should, aka lined up. The driver one would be miss aligned and had to be manually adjusted as my wife dropped the top. I guess a glue issue. This went by all three shops. Again I moved on to a hardtop Gen 6. I was soo done.

I do miss the Gen 5 and enjoy seeing ones out on the road. The Gen 6 is a marvel too. I love the 8 inch infotainment with glass like surface. A pet peeve was the wear marks by preset stations.. the treatment on the surface worn off.

Best of luck on your Vert.

07-12-2018, 10:23 AM	#1
PDXSSCE Yee-aay-ee! Drives: 2015 2SS/RS CV CE Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: ORegon Posts: 2,520	Is there another top with this problem? Each time the top is lowered/raised, it detaches from the moldings at the quarter windows & is completely loose. There doesn't seem to be a way of securing it. Additionally, when the top is up, it appears that one side of the same spot, sits about 1/4" further back than the molding beneath it. As if it's too short on that side. I've done my best to explain the issue. The attached picture shows the area to which I'm referring. Hopefully, someone who also experienced it found a solution to share, because I'm beyond frustrated. Attached Images __________________

07-12-2018, 01:28 PM	#2
GodWentPunk Drives: 2015 2SS White Convertible CE/INDY Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Lockport, IL Posts: 780 View My Garage	What model/year is that red one? joe... __________________ ARH LTH/HFC/Legato muffler, RDP Custom Tune, K&N Blackhawk CAI, Bigworm Blackout kit, ZL1 Rims, Phantom Grills, VMAX PTB

07-12-2018, 02:42 PM	#4
GodWentPunk Drives: 2015 2SS White Convertible CE/INDY Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Lockport, IL Posts: 780 View My Garage	Ok... Our 2014/2015 tops so far have worked flawlessly and I've not heard of any complaints for those years. We know the 2010-2013 have issues and if the pic is from one of those years, then I wouldn't worry about it happening to our rides. joe... __________________ ARH LTH/HFC/Legato muffler, RDP Custom Tune, K&N Blackhawk CAI, Bigworm Blackout kit, ZL1 Rims, Phantom Grills, VMAX PTB

07-12-2018, 03:18 PM	#6
GodWentPunk Drives: 2015 2SS White Convertible CE/INDY Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Lockport, IL Posts: 780 View My Garage	Hopefully your warranty is still in place.. maybe have the dealership look at it? joe... __________________ ARH LTH/HFC/Legato muffler, RDP Custom Tune, K&N Blackhawk CAI, Bigworm Blackout kit, ZL1 Rims, Phantom Grills, VMAX PTB

07-12-2018, 07:08 PM	#7
95birdible Drives: 2012 1SS Camaro Convertible Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Blaine, MN Posts: 1,674	This happened on my first 2012 when the top was replaced. Instead of getting the top in the grooves correctly, most installers use a rubber mallet to get them in there. That in turn breaks the tabs and the top is ruined. Looks like your top was probably replaced at some point or it was defective from the factory. Bring it in to the dealer and get it checked out and documented. __________________ 2012 1SS Crystal Red Convertible "Cherry Bomb" Winner of the #NameThatCamaro Spring Special Edition "Green Flash"

07-15-2018, 06:54 PM	#9
DaddySS Kept The Faith Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Bergen County, New Jersey Posts: 418	There's a TSB for the rear moldings coming loose. Don't remember the fix but have a look. __________________ 2011 Vert - 2SS/RS 6spd Triple Black

07-17-2018, 10:43 AM	#11
PDXSSCE Yee-aay-ee! Drives: 2015 2SS/RS CV CE Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: ORegon Posts: 2,520	The following message was in my inbox when I returned from dropping the car off at the shop again: "I have had this issue before, the molding adhesive failed, go to the auto part store and get some trim/ window adhesive. put the top down roll the rear window up and then simply pull of the rubber piece and put a little of the adhesive in the slot, then put it back on and then secure it with some tape overnight and it will be fine. if i was at home i could give the part number." I didn't name the forum member out of respect for his privacy, since he didn't post it in the thread & instead chose to send his assistance, for which I'm extremely grateful, in a message. It's exactly what the shop said was going to be done, with windshield adhesive, so it was good news. I picked the car up yesterday & will post a follow up to confirm the result, in case someone else should unfortunately encounter the problem. __________________

08-26-2018, 08:42 AM	#13
18LTLoveIt Drives: 2018 Hyper Blue LT RS Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Phoenix AZ Posts: 1,474 View My Garage	My experience with the dealers is 'deer in the headlights'. "We don't see many convertibles" and that was at 2 dealers! Undaunted, I went to the Top Shop for final diagnose and they said top was in perfect shape. That ride home I was done. As for 2013, the original top issues that plagued 2011 & 2012, also effected early 2013s too. Build dates after Feb 2013 should be much better. One quirky problem was a rubber stopper just above the plastic trim. Passenger side preformed as should, aka lined up. The driver one would be miss aligned and had to be manually adjusted as my wife dropped the top. I guess a glue issue. This went by all three shops. Again I moved on to a hardtop Gen 6. I was soo done. I do miss the Gen 5 and enjoy seeing ones out on the road. The Gen 6 is a marvel too. I love the 8 inch infotainment with glass like surface. A pet peeve was the wear marks by preset stations.. the treatment on the surface worn off. Best of luck on your Vert.