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Chevrolet P3 recalls

There are 5 safety recalls on record for the Chevrolet P3, covering 15,071 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Chevrolet P3 recalls by model year

1996 11992 11991 41990 2

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Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fanReported January 16, 1996 · 108 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The engine cooling fan assemblies can break from fatigue caused by engine and/or vehicle induced stresses.
Risk
If this occurs while the hood or engine compartment was open, a person in the vicinity of the engine could be struck by a fan segment and injured.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the existing engine cooling fan with a newly released fan assembly having rivets with larger heads.

Recall number 96V005000 · Recall details

WheelsReported September 8, 1992 · 6,784 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The 19.5 x 6 front steel wheel disc cracks outside the mounting bolt circle and ends at the hub's diameter.
Risk
If the cracking goes unnoticed, the center portion of thedisc will crack completely and eventually the rim portion of the wheel couldseparate from the center section which could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Replace all six (seven if there is a spare) defective wheels with newly designed wheels.

Recall number 92V129000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assemblyReported December 13, 1991 · 4,350 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Some chassis were shipped to body builders with damaged fill or vent opening caps on the right-hand side. If a left-hand fill system was installed on the tank, and there was a damaged right-hand cap, the fuel system would not be sealed.
Risk
If the fuel system is not sealed, the automatic shut-offsystem used in gas stations would not work, allowing gas to be forced out ofthe defective right-hand opening. The spilled gasoline would result in a firehazard if exposed to a source of ignition.
Remedy
Install new caps on the vehicles with unused right-hand fill or vent openings.

Recall number 91V216000 · Recall details

Parking brake: conventionalReported August 5, 1991 · 744 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The automatic apply transmission mounted parking brake lever pivot bolt "finger" may be loose.
Risk
The loose pivot bolt could allow the parking brakes torelease after they have been set manually; if the bolt falls off when theautomatic apply parking brake is set, there is insufficient braking to hold thevehicle if it is parked on an incline. Both of these conditions could result invehicle movement without prior warning and possibly in an accident.
Remedy
Torque pivot bolt to specifications.

Recall number 91V133000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliperReported July 16, 1991 · 3,085 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Brakes may have missing rear axle outer bearing retaining ring and or greater than specified bearing end play. Either condition allows the rotor and hub assembly to shift position relative to the spindle. This movement can cause brake caliper piston recede farther than normal into the piston bore which would require greater than normal brake fluid displacement when the service brakes are applied.
Risk
This condition leads to increased stopping distance, andshould minimum stopping distance be required, it could result in an accidentwithout warning.
Remedy
Replace both rear axle hubs.

Recall number 91V123000 · Recall details

Questions about the Chevrolet P3 recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the Chevrolet P3 have?

5, covering engine and engine cooling, wheels and fuel system, gasoline.

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