General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #04V129000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V129000 by General Motors, Llc. Includes 3,662,211 affected units, GM/TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLE, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the galvanized steel tailgate support cables that retain the tailgate in the full open (horizontal) position may corrode, weaken, and eventually fracture. if both cables fractured, the tailgate would suddenly drop and strike the top surface of the rear bumper.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the cables. interim owner notification began on april 7, 20004. the recall began on september 24, 2004, when replacement parts were available, and will continue through october 29, 2004. owners should contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or visit www.mygmlink.com, and enter your vehicle identification number.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V129000

Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2004-03-17T00:00:00

Subject: Gm/tailgate support cable

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 3,662,211

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 04007

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the galvanized steel tailgate support cables that retain the tailgate in the full open (horizontal) position may corrode, weaken, and eventually fracture. if both cables fractured, the tailgate would suddenly drop and strike the top surface of the rear bumper.

Consequence Summary: Anyone sitting or standing on the horizontal surface of the tailgate when both cables fractured could be injured by falling from the tailgate. on vehicles that have had the bumper removed, the tailgate may drop even lower. additionally, if there is cargo on the tailgate the cargo may fall off if the support cables fracture.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the cables. interim owner notification began on april 7, 20004. the recall began on september 24, 2004, when replacement parts were available, and will continue through october 29, 2004. owners should contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or visit www.mygmlink.com, and enter your vehicle identification number.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 04V129000

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Created At: 1742808662

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