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2008 Chevrolet Kodiak and GMC Topkick recall: diesel

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on August 6, 2008. It covers about 319 vehicles.

vehicles affected
319
reported
Aug 6, 2008
owners notified
Sep 5, 2008

Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel

What is wrong
Gm is recalling 319 my 2008 chevrolet kodiak and gmc topkick trucks equipped with caterpillar c9 diesel engines. The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak.
Risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
General motors is working with caterpillar (please see 08e042). Caterpillar will replace the fuel pump plug free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1‑800‑447‑4986, chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 or or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .

Recall number 08V385000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V385000

Is there a recall on the 2008 Chevrolet Kodiak and GMC Topkick diesel?

Yes. Recall 08V385000, reported on August 6, 2008, covers about 319 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V385000?

General motors is working with caterpillar (please see 08e042). Caterpillar will replace the fuel pump plug free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1‑800‑447‑4986, chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 or or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .

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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