2002 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra recall: delivery

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on November 3, 2003. It covers about 395 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 395
reported: Nov 3, 2003
owners notified: Dec 3, 2003
related complaints: 26

Fuel system, other: delivery

What is wrong: Some 2wd and 4wd pickup trucks, converted to either dedicated or bi-fuel compressed natural gas (cng) fuel usage, were assembled with a throttle cable that can contact and rub through the flexible pressurized fuel line creating a pinhole leak of natural gas to the atmosphere.
Risk: A strong odor of natural gas may be detected from inside the vehicle, possibly accompanied by a hissing noise. If the natural gas were accidentally ignited, serious injury could result.
Remedy: Dealers will secure the throttle cable to eliminate the possibility of contact with the cng fuel line. The cng fuel line, throttle cable, and cruise control cable are also to be inspected and replaced if necessary. Owner notification began on december 11, 2003. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.

Recall number 03V435000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Silverado 2002 2002
GMC Sierra 2002 2002

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 26 complaints about fuel system problems.

2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2002 GMC Sierra

Questions about recall 03V435000

Is there a recall on the 2002 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra delivery?

Yes. Recall 03V435000, reported on November 3, 2003, covers about 395 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V435000?

Dealers will secure the throttle cable to eliminate the possibility of contact with the cng fuel line. The cng fuel line, throttle cable, and cruise control cable are also to be inspected and replaced if necessary. Owner notification began on december 11, 2003. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.

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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