Recall 96V-092
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1996 Chevrolet Express and 3 other models: Suspension (rear, springs, leaf spring assembly, u-bolt, leaf spring to axle).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-092
- Reported
- June 3, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 105 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
One of the four rear axle u-bolts can break. This can potentially lead to the spring lifting from the axle under certain rebound, braking or cornering maneuvers.
The risk
This condition could result in sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will replace the four rear axle u-bolts on the affected vehicles.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: suspension; rear; leaf spring; u-bolt. Vehicle description: cargo vans equipped with 7,700 lb. Or greater gross vehicle weight rating. Owner notification:owner letters are expected to be mailed during june 1996. 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-[removed] or GMC at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Express 1996
- Chevrolet G30 1996
- GMC G30 1996
- GMC Savana 1996