Gmc Topkick 1995
Model Topkick made in 1995 by Gmc got 5 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train, service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding fuel system, gasoline, power train. There was one recall concerning power train .
Model 1995
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES | ||||||||||||||||
| 96I005000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 01/01/1995 to 05/31/1995 | I | 5220 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/22/1996 | ||||||||||
| Defect Summary | This is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. the transmission oil cooler hose assemby can rupture. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This can result in loss of sufficient transmission fluid to cause the transmission to stop transmitting power to the rear wheels and could also cause severe transmission damage. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the suspect transmission oil cooler hoses with parts that meet specifications. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Note: general motors has decided to conduct a safety improvement service campaign to replace the transmission oil cooler hoses without charge. owners can contact gmc at 1-800-462-8782. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE | |||||
| 666307 | 03/01/1997 | 52586 | Diesel engine - engine low power in cold weather (replace primary fuel filter). *tw | 12/20/1999 | |
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 667302 | 04/01/1997 | 52342 | Clutch slipping/high pedal effort (install clutch kit). *tw | 07/24/1997 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||
| Clutches keep failing ,only last about 6 months, cause is unknown .please provide futher information. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 04/01/2008 | 100000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1995 gmc topkick. while parked on an incline, the contact set the automatic parking brake but it would not engage. the contact also stated that the parking brake would either set itself or not release upon disengagement. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnostic test. the mechanic stated that there was water accumulation in the parking break fluid, which caused the failure. the mechanic stated that the parking brake unit would have to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 100,000. sm. | |||
| 04/01/2008 | 100000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 1995 gmc topkick. while parked on an incline the contact set the automatic parking brake but it would not engage. the contact stated the parking brake also sets itself or does not release upon disengaging it. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic. the mechanic stated there was water accumulation in the parking break fluid which caused the failure. the mechanic stated the parking break unit would have to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 100,000. da | |||