NHTSA Recall 96V035000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V035000; Date: Feb. 22, 1996
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Chevrolet S10; 1996 GMC S15; 1996 GMC Sonoma
Component: Power Train:manual Transmission
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 24,906
Recall Summary:
Some of these trucks were built with transmissions containing parts which were not machined to gm's specifications.
How to Fix:
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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 16, 1996
Also see: