1996 Chevrolet S10, GMC S15 and others recall: manual transmission
General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on February 22, 1996. It covers about 24,906 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 24,906
- reported
- Feb 22, 1996
- owners notified
- Feb 16, 1996
- related complaints
- 84
Power train: manual transmission
- What is wrong
- Some of these trucks were built with transmissions containing parts which were not machined to gm's specifications.
- Risk
- These transmissions could seize and lock the rear drive wheels while the truck is being driven causing a loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the transmission main shaft output torque using a special tool. If the output torque does not meet specifications, the transmission will be replaced.
Recall number 96V035000
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet S10 1996 1996
- GMC S15 1996 1996
- GMC Sonoma 1996 1996
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 84 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 96V035000
Is there a recall on the 1996 Chevrolet S10, GMC S15 and others manual transmission?
Yes. Recall 96V035000, reported on February 22, 1996, covers about 24,906 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 96V035000?
Dealers will inspect the transmission main shaft output torque using a special tool. If the output torque does not meet specifications, the transmission will be replaced.
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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