2000-2001 Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe and others recall: body

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on October 25, 2000. It covers about 35,659 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 35,659
reported: Oct 25, 2000
owners notified: Nov 16, 2000
related complaints: 80

Structure: body

What is wrong: Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. Some of these vehicles have loose or missing rear wheelhouse plugs. Under certain vehicle operating conditions, exhaust gases can flow forward and accumulate in the rear wheelhouse.
Risk: These gases could flow into the passenger compartment if the plug is missing or loose and could cause possible illness, unconsciousness, or death.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicle for loose or missing wheelhouse plugs and install new plugs if necessary.

Recall number 00V343000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 80 complaints about body problems.

2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe 2000 GMC Yukon 2001 GMC Yukon 2000 GMC Yukon XL 2001 GMC Yukon XL

Questions about recall 00V343000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2001 Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe and others body?

Yes. Recall 00V343000, reported on October 25, 2000, covers about 35,659 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V343000?

Dealers will inspect the vehicle for loose or missing wheelhouse plugs and install new plugs if necessary.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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