Recall 10V-138
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2010 Chevrolet Express and 1 other model: Electrical system (alternator/generator/regulator).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 10V-138
- Reported
- April 6, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 4,485 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
General motors has notified NHTSA of a defect in certain model year 2010 chevrolet express and GMC savana vans 2500, 3500 and 4500 series. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the generator may develop a low resistance short within the voltage regulator.
The risk
The low resistance short could eventually generate enough heat to result in an engine compartment fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace any suspect generators if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on april 12, 2010. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-[removed] and GMC at 1-[removed] or at the owner center at [link removed]
Notes from the manufacturer
GM recall no. 10216. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Express 2010
- GMC Savana 2010