General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V313000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V313000 by General Motors, Llc. Includes 6,390 affected units, TRANSMISSION DAMAGE, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Gm is recalling 2,481 my 2008 chevrolet express and gmc savana g-cutaway fleet van equipped with a 6.0l (rpo ly6) v8 engine, 4l80e (rpo mt1) transmission, 4.10 (rpo gt5) axle and 75 mph governor (rpo 9d7). these vehicles have a condition in which the transmission may be damaged due to first gear engagement at highway speeds and then does not transmit power with d4 or r selected. this may be preceded by engine shutdown if the vehicle exceeds 81 miles per hour in certain conditions.

Corrective Action

Dealers will reprogram the transmission and engine control modules free of charge. the recall began on or about july 30, 2008. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V313000

Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2008-07-11T00:00:00

Subject: Transmission damage

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 6,390

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 08218

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Gm is recalling 2,481 my 2008 chevrolet express and gmc savana g-cutaway fleet van equipped with a 6.0l (rpo ly6) v8 engine, 4l80e (rpo mt1) transmission, 4.10 (rpo gt5) axle and 75 mph governor (rpo 9d7). these vehicles have a condition in which the transmission may be damaged due to first gear engagement at highway speeds and then does not transmit power with d4 or r selected. this may be preceded by engine shutdown if the vehicle exceeds 81 miles per hour in certain conditions.

Consequence Summary: The vehicle may be stranded on or near a highway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will reprogram the transmission and engine control modules free of charge. the recall began on or about july 30, 2008. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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