GMC S15 recalls
There are 7 safety recalls on record for the GMC S15, covering 461,002 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
GMC S15 recalls by model year
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Power train: manual transmission
- What is wrong
- Some of these trucks were built with transmissions containing parts which were not machined to gm's specifications.
- Risk
- These transmissions could seize and lock the rear drive wheels while the truck is being driven causing a loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the transmission main shaft output torque using a special tool. If the output torque does not meet specifications, the transmission will be replaced.
Recall number 96V035000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan
- What is wrong
- Fan blade rivet breakage can occur causing the fan blade to separate from the spider.
- Risk
- If this occurred while the hood was open, a person working under the hood of the vehicle or in the vicinity of the vehicle could be struck by the fan blade and injured.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the fan with a newer fan having thicker-headed rivets.
Recall number 95V180000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- A vacuum hose can detach from the power brake booster check valve as a result of engine backfire.
- Risk
- This can result in increased engine idle and loss of power brake assist after depletion of the booster vacuum reserve.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a clamp on the power brake booster assist.
Recall number 94V228000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- The fuel tank filler pipes were not manufactured to specification which caused loss of fuel between the fuel tank filler pipe and the vent tube during a test. The loss of fuel was in excess of the amount permitted by fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: if a vehicle crash were to occur, it may cause the joint between the fuel tank filler pipes and the vent tube to crack. If the vehicle overturned, fuel leakage would occur, which could result in a post-crash fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel filler pipe on these vehicles.
Recall number 94V014000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan
- What is wrong
- The engine cooling fan blades break as a result of fatigue and/or vehicle induced stress.
- Risk
- If the blade breakage occurs while the hood is open, aperson working under the hood or in the vicinity of the vehicle could be struckand injured by the blade segment.
- Remedy
- Install a newly designed fan assembly.
Recall number 93V008000 · Recall details
Suspension: front: control arm: lower arm
- What is wrong
- Nuts used to attach lower control arms, rear spring and shackle, and rear shock absorbers do not meet specifications and could "strip".
- Risk
- Stripping of the nuts in the rear suspension could reduceclamp load on lower control arm, which could allow the arm to detach, resultingin loss of vehicle control and an accident.
- Remedy
- Replace lower control arm attachment nuts as well as rear spring and shackle, and rear shock absorber nuts.
Recall number 90V193000 · Recall details
Visibility: windshield
- What is wrong
- Use of improper primer on metal surfaces of windshield and side window openings could cause low adhesion to the metal surface and would not provide retention required by fmvss 212.
- Risk
- Windshield and side window glass would not prevent theejection of vehicle occupants during a vehicle crash, which causes seriousinjuries and fatalities.
- Remedy
- Remove and reinstall glass using proper primer.
Recall number 90V107000 · Recall details
Questions about the GMC S15 recalls
How do I check if my GMC S15 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
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 S15 have?
7, covering power train, engine and engine cooling and service brakes, hydraulic.
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