NHTSA recall 96V-092 (96V092000)

suspension recall reported June 3, 1996 - about 105 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 96V092000
Also written as: 96V-092
Reported: June 3, 1996
Vehicles affected: ~105
Component: suspension

What is being recalled

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.

Why it is dangerous

THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN SUDDEN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FOUR REAR AXLE U-BOLTS ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 96V-092 when calling a dealer.

Affected 3 models

Chevrolet Express - 1996

Chevrolet G30 - 1996

GMC Savana - 1996

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