NHTSA Recall # | 68582 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 10V138000 |
MFG Compaign # | 10216 |
Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Supplier | GMC |
Brand | GMC |
Model | SAVANA |
Model Year | 2010 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULA |
Date of notification | 12/04/10 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/02/10 |
End date of manufacturing | 20/03/10 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 06/04/10 |
Report created | 06/04/10 |
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FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 4485 |
Defect summary | 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. |
Consequence summary | The low resistance short could eventually generate enough heat to result in an engine compartment fire. |
Corrective action | 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 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463 or at the owner center at www. Gmownercenter. Com. |
Recall notes | Gm recall no. 10216. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov . |