Defect Description For Recall
The Four U-Bolts Nuts On Either Side Of The Rear Axle Were Under-Torqued.
Make Of Vehicle
GMC
Model Of Vehicle
C25
Year
1996
Recall Campaign Number
96V082000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:U-Bolt, Leaf Spring To Axle
Effect Of Defect
Vehicle Usage Could Cause The Nuts To Loosen And Eventually Fall Off The U-Bolt. This Could Result In Sudden Loss Of Vehicle Control Increasing The Potential For A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Check The U-Bolt Nut Torque And Re-Torque Any Loose U-Bolts To Specification.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19960301
End Of Manufacture
19960401
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
16918
Date Owners Notified
19960429
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
19960507