Am General Hummer 1992
Model Hummer made in 1992 by Am General got 1 consumer complain there are 4 recalls as well as 29 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to visibility. . Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. There were some recalls concerningequipment, fuel system, gasoline and vehicle speed control.
Model 1992
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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EQUIPMENT | ||||||||||||||||
07E088000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 121680 | 11/08/2007 | MFR | AM GENERAL LLC | 10/24/2007 | 10/30/2007 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
94V162000 | AM GENERAL CORPORATION | from 07/01/1992 to 10/01/1993 | V (Vehicle) | 1300 | 12/12/1994 | MFR | AM GENERAL LLC | 09/01/1994 | 09/19/1994 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The passenger compartment is separated from the engine compartment by an insulated engine cover. the insulation inside this cover can rub against the fuel return hose resulting in a fuel leak. additionally, a wiring harness can also wear through causing interruption to some electrical operations, including the fuel pump. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | Fuel leaking inside the engine compartment can result in a fire when exposed to a source of ignition. failure of the electric fuel pump can cause poor performance and possible stalling creating a road hazard which can result in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the rubber fuel line hose with a solid steel lines and route the line to provide one inch of clearance to the cover. also, the wiring harness cover will be replaced and the wiring rerouted to gain sufficient clearance. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: fuel; fuel lines; hoses; non-metallic.vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with 6.2ldiesel engines.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact am general at 1-219-258-6615. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
94V164000 | AM GENERAL CORPORATION | from 07/01/1992 to 06/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 2300 | 12/12/1994 | MFR | AM GENERAL LLC | 09/01/1994 | 09/19/1994 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The oil pressure switch which controls the power to the electric fuel pump can fail. failure is due to a missing rubber seal between the switch and the wiring harness. the missing seal allows contaminants to enter the switch causing it to fail in the open or closed position. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | If the switch fails in the closed position, the pump will continue to run when the engine is off, draining the battery. if the switch fails in the open position it will cause poor performance and possibly stalling. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the vehicles for the presence of the seal. if the seal is missing, the switch will be replaced and a new seal will be installed. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: engine.vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with 6.2 l or 6.5 l diesel engines.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact am general at 1-219-258-6615. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL | ||||||||||||||||
96V049000 | AM GENERAL CORPORATION | from 08/01/1992 to 03/01/1996 | V (Vehicle) | 3000 | 03/19/1996 | MFR | AM GENERAL LLC | 03/12/1996 | 03/12/1996 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The coating used to protect the accelerator pedal shaft is incompatible with the bronze bushing through which the shaft passes. over time, and in the presence of a corrosive environment (water, road salt), the shaft can corrode inside the bushing increasing the amount of friction between the rotating shaft and the stationary bushing. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | A corroded accelerator pedal shaft can cause the engine throttle to bind and not fully return to idle when the operator's foot is removed from the accelerator pedal increasing the potential for a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a revised accelerator pedal and shaft assembly. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | System: fuel; throttle linkages and controls. vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles equipped with diesel or gasoline engines. turbo-charged diesel vehicles are not included. note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact am general at 1-219-258-6615. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. |
Bulletins
Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
932907 | 08/01/1993 | 39374 | New trailer-towing wiring kit. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||||
RCL941001 | 11/01/1994 | 38098 | Engine wiring harness relocation and fuel line section replacement. *tw | 02/28/1995 | |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
93101 | 01/01/1993 | 39386 | Air induction system kit. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
AG9523 | 03/01/1995 | 44021 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||||
942925 | 12/01/1994 | 39333 | Premature drivebelt wear. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
94299 | 05/01/1994 | 39332 | Air conditioning compressor mounting reinforcement kit to provide enhanced mounting support. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
932914 | 12/01/1993 | 39370 | New auxillary air conditiong/heater kit. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL - CARRIER/RACK | |||||
932902 | 04/01/1993 | 39377 | New bed mounted spare tire carrier accessory kit. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
932903 | 07/01/1993 | 39375 | New swing-away spare tire carrier accessory kit. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT | |||||
980101980501 | 04/29/1998 | 600206 | Exhibiting resonant frequencies causing the transfer case shift lever to vibrate or rattle. *yc | 04/29/1998 | |
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE | |||||
9561 | 02/01/1995 | 39809 | Front geared hub vent line relocation kit. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
9561 | 02/01/1995 | 1210600 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
SEATS | |||||
93223 | 02/01/1993 | 39384 | Front seat modification. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
980101980501 | 04/29/1998 | 600206 | Exhibiting resonant frequencies causing the transfer case shift lever to vibrate or rattle. *yc | 04/29/1998 | |
93222 | 02/01/1993 | 39383 | B beam modification. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
932901 | 07/01/1993 | 39376 | New rocker panel guard accessory kit. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||||
93227 | 03/01/1993 | 39379 | New kit to install power locks on four-door, station wagon and open body vehicles. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
AG93226 | 03/01/1995 | 41056 | New power door lock kits for 2 door vehicles. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
AG93227 | 03/01/1995 | 41055 | New power door lock kits for 4 door vehicles. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
93226 | 03/01/1993 | 39378 | New kit to install power door locks for two-door vehicles. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD | |||||
9561 | 02/01/1995 | 1210600 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
951001 | 02/01/1995 | 39771 | Hood lock kit. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||||
942921 | 12/01/1994 | 39727 | Aluminum rocker panel protection kit. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
TIRES | |||||
93182 | 02/01/1993 | 39387 | Tire pressure specifications are for a fully-loaded vehicle which can cause ride anomalies if the vehicle is not loaded to | 11/01/1995 | |
TIRES - TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE | |||||
970401971301 | 04/01/1997 | 53019 | Instructions on installation of the swing-away sprare tire carrier kit p/n 05744642. *yc | 11/06/1997 | |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
932905 | 09/01/1993 | 39372 | New brushguard kit for vehicles with winch. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
932906 | 09/01/1993 | 39371 | New brushguard kit for vehicles without winch. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
94293 | 12/01/1993 | 39272 | A snow plow preparation package is available for installation on 1992 and 1993 vehicles. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||||
971003 | 03/01/1997 | 6088533 | A heated windshield wiper has been designated to accelerate windshield defrosting in cold ambient temperatures. | 12/15/1999 |
Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | |||
01/01/1993 | 1 | ||
Heater system failed preventing use of defroster, causing poor visibility. *sd |