Gmc Typhoon
Model Typhoon made by Gmc got 5 consumer complains there are 2 investigations as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train, seat belts and service brakes, hydraulic. The car had one investigation (service brakes, hydraulic). There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic.
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E043000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 88303 | 10/18/2006 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/19/2006 | 05/22/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on document search and then bus applications). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1). | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.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 | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E041000 | R&B, INC. | E (Equipment) | 7800 | 05/04/2006 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/18/2006 | 05/18/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain r&b, inc. central multiport fuel injection (cmfi) fuel return lines, models help 55163, napa balkamp 700-3270, and the connection 2560001, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the fuel return line has a mechanical bleed valve which was not installed at the proper torque. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A fuel leak can occur at the valve, possibly resulting in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | R&b, inc. will notify owners and at the customers request, either replace the fuel line or offer a full refund. the recall began on may 4, 2006. owners may contact r&b, inc. at 215-712-5330. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to r&b, inc. aftermarket cmfi return fuel lines and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.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. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 91V207000 | PAS, INC. | from 09/01/1991 to 11/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 401 | 12/09/1991 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 11/25/1991 | 11/27/1991 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The link connecting the electronic rear height sensor to the rear axle can disconnect under several conditions, allowing the arm attached to the sensor to lodge between the rear axle assembly and the right rear brake pipe. this abrades the brake pipe and could lead to rear brake failure. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Abrasion of the brake line could result in loss of rearbrakes. the front brakes would function, but the vehicle would need increasedstopping distances which could result in an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Install retention clips to insure the lower and upper ball socket cannot be removed from the ball; add a down stop on the sensor arm; and add a shield on the rear axle. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes and electronic level control.vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles built in stages. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| EA94038 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/31/1994 | 02/28/2000 | ABS BRAKING SYSTEM | 99V193000 | |
| Consumers have alleged that the vehicles brakes intermittently fail | ||||||
| EA94038 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/31/1994 | 02/28/2000 | ABS BRAKING SYSTEM | 99I006000 | |
| Consumers have alleged that the vehicles brakes intermittently fail | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER | |||
| 3 | 09/01/1993 | ||
| At slow speeds, brakes under some circumstances provide no stopping power. at higher speeds, anti-lock allows brake pedal to travel to floor. complained to dealer several times. eventually told of recall in nov. 1999. nothing done yet. rear seat belts unwind but fail to rewind slack. told dealer and they wanted $100 each to replace. torque converter has been replaced twice and is shaking and shuddering a third time. over $1000 to fix. | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR | |||
| 3 | 09/01/1993 | ||
| At slow speeds, brakes under some circumstances provide no stopping power. at higher speeds, anti-lock allows brake pedal to travel to floor. complained to dealer several times. eventually told of recall in nov. 1999. nothing done yet. rear seat belts unwind but fail to rewind slack. told dealer and they wanted $100 each to replace. torque converter has been replaced twice and is shaking and shuddering a third time. over $1000 to fix. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 3 | 09/01/1993 | ||
| At slow speeds, brakes under some circumstances provide no stopping power. at higher speeds, anti-lock allows brake pedal to travel to floor. complained to dealer several times. eventually told of recall in nov. 1999. nothing done yet. rear seat belts unwind but fail to rewind slack. told dealer and they wanted $100 each to replace. torque converter has been replaced twice and is shaking and shuddering a third time. over $1000 to fix. | |||
| 1 | 01/01/1997 | ||
| Anti lock brakes system failed. | |||
| WHEELS | |||
| 08/12/2005 | 135000 | 3 | 12/19/1991 |
| Dt: thecontact owns a 1992 gmc typhoon. about two years ago, the left rear tire came off while the consumer was driving the vehicle. insurance company covered the repairs. the consumer stated that about a month ago the left front tire came off of the vehicle while his wife was driving the vehicle. the insurance company covered the repair of this wheel. the consumer stated he was driving the vehicle after having the vehicle for about 3 hours the wheel came off again. the service dealer has not said why the wheels keep coming off.*ak | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MI | SAGINAW | 48602 | MCDONALDS GMC, PONTIAC, CADILLAC | 989-790-5155 |