NHTSA Recall # | 16393 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 96V035000 |
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Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Supplier | GMC |
Brand | GMC |
Model | SONOMA |
Model Year | 1996 |
Component | POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION |
Date of notification | 16/02/96 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/08/95 |
End date of manufacturing | 01/01/96 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 22/02/96 |
Report created | 27/02/96 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 24906 |
Defect summary | Some of these trucks were built with transmissions containing parts which were not machined to gm's specifications. |
Consequence summary | These transmissions could seize and lock the rear drive wheels while the truck is being driven causing a loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident. |
Corrective action | Dealers will inspect the transmission main shaft output torque using a special tool. If the output torque does not meet specifications, the transmission will be replaced. |
Recall notes | System: power train; transmission; 5 speed. Vehicle description: 2 wheel drive pickup trucks equipped with 2. 2l engines and 5-speed manual 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. |