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GMC K3500 recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the GMC K3500, covering 1,897,300 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

GMC K3500 recalls by model year

1993 11992 21991 11990 2

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Power train: automatic transmissionReported February 1, 1993 · 1,702,880 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.
Risk
The vented transmission fluid can catch fire if exposedto a source of ignition.
Remedy
Install a longer transmission vent hose routed to the left side of the engine compartment of the vehicle.

Recall number 93V016000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkagesReported April 14, 1992 · 177 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The pivot bolt holding the brake pedal to its support bracket may be improperly tightened and may not have engaged the locking material on the bolt. The bolt can disengage from the nut.
Risk
If the pivot bolt disengages from the nut while thevehicle is in motion, there will be a loss of brake control and could result ina vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers should inspect the hand started brake pedal bolts and torque them to specification.

Recall number 92V056000 · Recall details

Seat belts: front: anchorageReported September 17, 1990 · 194,243 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Trucks can contain incorrect instructions on how to properly adjust rear seat lap-shoulder belts as required by fmvss 209.
Risk
Incorrectly adjusted seat belt would not properlyrestrain occupant in an accident of sudden stop; trucks would not comply withfmvss 209.
Remedy
Provide owner's manual insert containing the correct rear lap-shoulder belt instructions.

Recall number 90V170000 · Recall details

Questions about the GMC K3500 recalls

How do I check if my GMC K3500 has an open recall?

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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 GMC K3500 have?

3, covering power train, service brakes, hydraulic and seat belts.

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