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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| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V139000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 03/01/1994 to 10/01/1994 | V (Vehicle) | 36641 | 08/10/1995 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 07/26/1995 | 07/27/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | The transmission shift-cable lock clip can back out of its installed position resulting in a loss of cable adjustment. when the shift lever is placed in the park position, the park indicator light may not illuminate. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The vehicle can move unintentionally if the driver does not notice that the indicator light is not on and does not apply the parking brake. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will adjust the shift cable and install a lock clip. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: powertrain; automatic transmission.vehicle description: light duty trucks equipped with m30/mt1 automatic transmissions.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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V026000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 12/01/1994 to 01/01/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 13853 | 02/24/1995 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/16/1995 | 02/21/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Due to a thin case casting, an external transmission leak can occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition can cause transmission oil to sprayonto the exhaust system and result in a possible vehicle fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the transmission case assembly for the involved case casting. if the assembly is involved, the transmission will be replaced. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: automatic transmission; cooling unit and lines.vehicle description: pickup trucks and vans equipped with 4l80-e automatic transmission.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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-810-456-4547. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 990730016A | 10/01/2002 | 990730016B | 10007838 | Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan. *tt | 07/12/2004 |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT | |||||
| 020730024A | 08/01/2005 | 020730024B | 634999 | Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. *tt 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks. *tt | 10/11/2002 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 04/16/2001 | 1 | ||
| Consumer states that the interlock system in the vehicle does not work properly, consumer can take the vehicle out of park without stepping on the brakes. * nlm *yd | |||
| 11/21/1995 | 1 | 12/04/1994 | |
| Speedometer noise. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 11/11/2000 | 1 | 09/01/1995 | |
| The truck is seldom used and is not used to tow or haul things. when put in reverse today, there was a loud noise and the transmission failed. now, the truck will not go into reverse! i keep the truck in perfect condition and perform regularly scheduled maintenance. i just paid it off in sept!!!*ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer was never notified of recall 95v026 or 95v139. *slc | |||
| 06/20/1999 | 2 | 03/01/1995 | |
| Transmission has shelled out twice within one year, this is under normal driving condition, this vehicle is not used for towing or hauling heavey equipment, normal family usage. *ak | |||
| 04/14/1999 | 1 | 12/01/1995 | |
| No summary | |||
| 08/12/1996 | 1 | 11/12/1994 | |
| Transmission failed to hold vehicle in place while in park, causing accident. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES | |||
| 1 | |||
| Consumer was never notified of recall 95v026 or 95v139. *slc | |||
| 05/02/2000 | 1 | 12/01/1994 | |
| Transmission cooler lines failed causing transmission oil to spray on the hot exhaust pipe that runs directly under it. gmc claims this is not a defect, but it seems that a fire could easily result as well as extensive transmission damage. transmission is 4l80e model. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT | |||
| 3 | |||
| The gearshift lever disengaged from the steering column. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||
| 04/16/2001 | 1 | ||
| Consumer states that the interlock system in the vehicle does not work properly, consumer can take the vehicle out of park without stepping on the brakes. * nlm *yd | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
| 11/16/2000 | 1 | 10/01/2000 | |
| Asked for recall info. from dealer, never received any recall information. looking to see if there was ever a recall on transmission.*ak | |||
| 03/07/1997 | 6 | ||
| When switching gears car continues to pull forward. also, transmission wears out constantly. transmission has been repaired 6 times. dealer can't find solution. *ak | |||
| 10/05/1995 | 1 | 12/04/1994 | |
| Transmission problem. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) | |||
| 3 | 11/20/1994 | ||
| Vehicle does not engage properly into 4 wheel drive but there is no indication that it is not. | |||