1996 Chevrolet Lumina and Chevrolet Monte Carlo recall: vacuum

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on July 1, 1996. It covers about 3,591 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 3,591
reported: Jul 1, 1996
owners notified: Jul 5, 1996
related complaints: 78

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum

What is wrong: These vehicles were assembled with one of the four brake booster tabs not properly located in the front of dash reinforcement assembly.
Risk: If this condition were present in a situation where stopping distances were small, a vehicle crash could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for proper booster installation. Boosters found to be improperly located will be removed and reinstalled properly.

Recall number 96V122000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Lumina 1996 1996
Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1996 1996

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 78 complaints about brakes problems.

1996 Chevrolet Lumina 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Questions about recall 96V122000

Is there a recall on the 1996 Chevrolet Lumina and Chevrolet Monte Carlo vacuum?

Yes. Recall 96V122000, reported on July 1, 1996, covers about 3,591 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 96V122000?

Dealers will inspect for proper booster installation. Boosters found to be improperly located will be removed and reinstalled properly.

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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