2002 GMC Envoy recall: body

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on May 16, 2001. It covers about 8,197 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 8,197
reported: May 16, 2001
owners notified: Jul 16, 2001
related complaints: 20

Structure: body

What is wrong: Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impacts." these vehicles have a console cover/armrest lid latch that could release at less than the 10g vertical load requirement of the standard.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the console cover could open and the cover or items stored under it could injure an occupant.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the console latch mechanism and install a striker plate. Owner notification began july 16, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gmc at 1‑800‑462‑8782.

Recall number 01V158000

Affected vehicles

GMC Envoy 2002 2002

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 20 complaints about body problems.

2002 GMC Envoy

Questions about recall 01V158000

Is there a recall on the 2002 GMC Envoy body?

Yes. Recall 01V158000, reported on May 16, 2001, covers about 8,197 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V158000?

Dealers will replace the console latch mechanism and install a striker plate. Owner notification began july 16, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact gmc at 1‑800‑462‑8782.

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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