Recall 06V-289
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche and 8 other models: Engine and engine cooling.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 06V-289
- Reported
- August 3, 2006
- Vehicles affected
- 38,439 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain trucks equipped with an 8.1l v8 (rpo l8-VIN g) engine have a condition in which the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture resulting in inadequate retention of the damper.
The risk
If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip free of charge. The recall began on august 31, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-[removed] and GMC trucks at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
GM recall no. 06080.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Avalanche 2004
- Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 to 2006
- Chevrolet Kodiak 2006
- Chevrolet Silverado 2004 to 2006
- Chevrolet Suburban 2004 to 2005
- Chevrolet Suburban 1500 2006
- GMC Sierra 2004 to 2006
- GMC Topkick 6500 2006
- GMC Yukon XL 2004 to 2006