Am General Hummer 1994
Model Hummer made in 1994 by Am General got 10 consumer complains there are 4 recalls as well as 24 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to equipment, latches/locks/linkages and power train. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, equipment and power train. There were some recalls concerningequipment, fuel system, gasoline and vehicle speed control.
Model 1994
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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V023000 | AM GENERAL CORPORATION | from 07/01/1994 to 01/01/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 150 | 02/15/1995 | MFR | AM GENERAL LLC | 02/13/1995 | 02/22/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Water can accumulate in the cruise control cable and if the outside temperature is below freezing and the cruise control is engaged, the water can freeze causing the cable to bind and not release as intended when the brake pedal is applied or the system is turned off at the master cruise control switch. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The engine throttle can stick open resulting in loss of throttle control with the increased potential for a vehicle accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will remove the current cruise control actuator and cable assembly and install a new assembly. additionally, dealers will change the routing of the cable. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: fuel; throttle linkages and control. vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles equipped with diesel engines and cruise control. 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, contact am general at 1-800-638-8303.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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||||
| AG95125 | 03/01/1995 | 45040 | Battery/fusuble link/winch cable chafing. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| EQUIPMENT | |||||
| 000102 | 11/01/2000 | 617804 | This bulletin mentions that starting with the september general motors tis update, hummer diagnostic information is included for the tech 2 scanner. the software will include diagnostic trouble code (dtc) retrieval, data stream access, sn | 03/28/2001 | |
| EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL - WINCH | |||||
| 041322 | 05/01/2004 | 10007968 | Winch control pack. *mj | 07/19/2004 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| AG950603 | 05/01/1995 | 45043 | Ctis line chafing. *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 | 1210600 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| 9561 | 02/01/1995 | 39809 | Front geared hub vent line relocation kit. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| SEATS | |||||
| AG95105 | 06/01/1995 | 45038 | Auxiiliary rear seats and mounting kits. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| AG95105 | 05/01/1995 | 44020 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||||
| 011314 | 08/01/2001 | 623248 | Subject regarding cargo area liner. *sb | 10/26/2001 | |
| 980101980501 | 04/29/1998 | 600206 | Exhibiting resonant frequencies causing the transfer case shift lever to vibrate or rattle. *yc | 04/29/1998 | |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||||
| 011001 | 04/01/2001 | 621771 | Subject regarding revised front door armrest. *tt | 10/01/2001 | |
| AG95102 | 03/01/1995 | 41053 | Replacement seals for doors and door opening to provide a tighter seal. *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 | |
| AG95103 | 03/01/1995 | 45041 | Rattle or squeak noise in b-pillar area. *tw | 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 | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||||
| AG95022 | 03/01/1995 | 41054 | Hummer may experience poor performance driveability symptoms due to improper accelerator cable adjustment. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | |||||
| 981104 | 06/01/1998 | 601468 | Subject on main hvac unit servicing. *yc | 08/05/1998 | |
| 980101981002 | 01/01/1998 | 600996 | Installation instructions for ventilation kits. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| 9802-98-1101 | 05/06/1998 | 600295 | Subject on hvac enhancement. *yc | 05/06/1998 | |
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||||
| 971003 | 03/01/1997 | 53458 | A heated windshield kit has been designed to accelerate windshield defrosting in cold ambient temperatures. *ak | 12/15/1999 | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||
| 08/09/1996 | 1 | ||
| Air conditioner leaking out of units housing. mjs | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||
| Drivers door does not open with keyless remote. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 10/01/1996 | 1 | 02/01/1994 | |
| Stress fractures in the transfer case aluminum intercooler loop of the automatic transmission cooling circuit caused destruction of the transmission due to lack of transmission oil. this same defect has been noted in at least three am general hummers, and a sudden loss of atf fluid may result in a catastrophic failure of the transmission at speed, possibly causing a crash. the transfer case intercooler loop is inside the transfer case of the hummer. transmission fluid from the 4l80e automatic transmission circulates through this aluminum finned cooling loop and transfers heat to and from the transfer case fluid, which is physically isolated from the transmission fluid by the intercooler loop, to the transmission fluid, which is then circulated through the transmission oil cooler at the front of the vehicle and returned to the transmission. due to improper design, the intercooler loop moves and vibrates inside the transfer case and over time develops stress fractures near the input nipple. this causes atf to be pumped from the transmission into the transfer case, and from there into the hummer vent system which connects the geared hubs, differentials and air cleaner. there is usually no external indication of fluid loss, and eventually, depending on the severity of the cracks, low atf levels cause the transmission to be destroyed, possibly catastrophically, and possibly at high speeds, which may pose a severe safety hazard. in my case, i noticed a cloud of white smoke behind my vehicle as i drove at 75 mph down i-25 outside denver. i was able to stop before the transmission seized, but the only reason i noticed the problem was because a plastic vent line softened and ruptured, spilling atf onto the exhaust pipe...which created a significant fire hazard. my transmission was damaged and had to be replaced as a result, and the cause of the failure was traced to the defective intercooler loop in the transfer case. this intercooler loop failure has been ex | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY - AXLE SHAFT - SEAL | |||
| 1 | |||
| Axle seals leaking. mjs | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| Pedal seem to be down, replace brakes. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 08/09/1996 | 1 | ||
| Brake pads and rotors required repair. mjs | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 08/09/1996 | 1 | ||
| Brake pads and rotors required repair. mjs | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR | |||
| 08/09/1996 | 1 | ||
| Power door lock actuator failed. mjs | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS - UNDERBODY SHIELDS | |||
| 08/09/1996 | 1 | ||
| Heat shield rattles. mjs | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM | |||
| Vehicle rattling terrible, due to heat guard shield that had been put over the muffler . | |||