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2010 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana recall: alternator/generator/regulator

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on April 6, 2010. It covers about 4,485 vehicles.

vehicles affected
4,485
reported
Apr 6, 2010
owners notified
Apr 12, 2010
related complaints
2

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

What is wrong
General motors has notified the federal safety agency of a defect in certain model year 2010 chevrolet express and gmc savana vans 2500, 3500 and 4500 series. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the generator may develop a low resistance short within the voltage regulator.
Risk
The low resistance short could eventually generate enough heat to result in an engine compartment fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace any suspect generators if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on april 12, 2010. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 and gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Recall number 10V138000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about electrical problems.

2010 Chevrolet Express2010 GMC Savana

Questions about recall 10V138000

Is there a recall on the 2010 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana alternator/generator/regulator?

Yes. Recall 10V138000, reported on April 6, 2010, covers about 4,485 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V138000?

Dealers will inspect and replace any suspect generators if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on april 12, 2010. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 and gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 or at the owner center at 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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