Brand new truck, problems within three days

Tiny
BRIAN_IN_TULSA
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  • 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO
  • 2.5L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 200 MILES
I purchased a brand new truck Monday night. It had twenty three miles on it when I test drove. Prior to the test drive, they had to charge the battery and it was replaced on-site a few minutes later. Slightly concerning, but figured it sat on the lot not driven for awhile. I bought the truck.

Three days later (now two hundred miles), truck idles rough upon starting and shut off a few times while idling. Engine light came on. The next day, same problems plus riding rough and making popping/rattling noises while accelerating (on the way to shop). Computer said ignition coils failed. Car is now in shop and I have a loaner.

Should I be concerned this truck is a lemon? I have never heard of a brand new vehicle having mechanical problems so quickly. Is there a legitimate reason the ignition coils could fail so soon, or is this truck a lemon that needs to be returned to the dealer ASAP?
Friday, July 6th, 2018 AT 6:55 AM

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Tiny
AL514
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Hello there, I would be concerned too. It is a possibility that there was just a bad coil, it happens. Maybe just give a couple weeks after the repair and see if it is okay, your warranty should cover anything else that happens. But I understand your frustration with it, any other issues, let us know.
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Friday, July 6th, 2018 AT 9:59 AM
Tiny
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Thank you. Turned out to be a wire harness for the ignition coil that was not properly grounded at the factory. I just hope it is not a sign of things to come.
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Friday, July 6th, 2018 AT 10:11 AM
Tiny
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Well stay positive man, might be a great truck, even the factory forgets things.
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Friday, July 6th, 2018 AT 10:13 AM

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