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Recall 07V-521

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado and 3 other models: Engine and engine cooling.

At a glance

Campaign number
07V-521
Reported
November 7, 2007
Vehicles affected
11,974 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

On certain pickup trucks equipped with an 8.1l v8 engine, the crankshaft position can operate intermittently or fail completely. If the sensor operates intermittently, the ses light may illuminate and the vehicle may run rough. The engine may stall, and if so, may re-start immediately or after a cool down period.

The risk

If the sensor becomes completely inoperative, the engine will quit running and will not re-start. Either of these failures can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the crankshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on december 18, 2007. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-[removed] and GMC at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

GM recall no. 06083.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