Defect Description For Recall
The Braun Corporation Has Notified Nhtsa About A Defect In Certain Model Year 2005-2008 General Motors Mobility Conversion, Handicapped Accessible Low Floor Minivans. During Conversion, The Driver Or Passenger Side Trailing Arm Modification May Not Have Been Adequately Welded.
Make Of Vehicle
CHEVROLET
Model Of Vehicle
UPLANDER
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
10V110000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear
Effect Of Defect
A Squeaking Or Clunking Noise May Develop. The Trailing Arm Bushings May Prematurely Wear And The Trailing Arm May Fracture Or Separate, Allowing The Rear Axle To Become Partially Separated From The Chassis Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Will Have A Supply Of Retrofit Parts Available To Remedy The Vehicles Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On June 4, 2010. Owners May Contact Braun At 1-800-488-0359.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Braun Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20040701
End Of Manufacture
20080507
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
5375
Date Owners Notified
20100604
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
20100319