Vehicle would stop, or would run without brakes (ABS) and would not crank. Then it would crank. Was told by repair shop that it was the wiring harness. We believe it is a dangerous manufacturing defect and gmc should recall it. Gmc has already issued technical service bulletin sb-09-06-03-004a 09/01/2009 sb-09-06-03-004b 10032332. Please contact us because the truck is owned by the town of livermore, maine, and we need it to work. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
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Recalls 1
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
- What is wrong
- DUECO Inc. (DUECO), a manufacturer of utility vehicles, is recalling certain Dueco-modified model year 2009-2011 International 4300, 2010 International 4400, 2009 and 2011 International 7400, 2010 Freightliner M2, 2008-2009 GMC C5500, and 2011 Ford F-750 vehicles, equipped with Sure Power DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
- Risk
- Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- DUECO will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2014. Owners may contact Dueco at 1‑800‑558‑4004.
Recall number 14V186000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2008 GMC C5500 168
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have...
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of...
- This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline...
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field...
- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire...
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock...
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Is the 2008 GMC C5500 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 GMC C5500, close to a typical C5500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 GMC C5500?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2008 GMC C5500 have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2008 GMC C5500 electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 14V186000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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