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Safety recall · 88V113000

Suspension: multiple axle White GMC recall

VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP reported this recall to NHTSA on July 19, 1988. It covers about 119 vehicles across 9 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
88V113000
Reported
Jul 19, 1988
Vehicles
119
Area
Suspension

The problem

Axle seat used on rear axle may be too hard (brittle) and could crack.

The risk

The affected axle would be loose, affecting steering anddirectional control, which could result in loss of vehicle control and anaccident.

The fix

REPLACE SUSPECT AXLE SEAT.

Contacts

System: rear axle seat.Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks 33,000 lbs. Gvwr and greater.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized White GMC dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 88V113000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1988 White GMC Wca04D
1988 White GMC WCM04D
1988 White GMC WCS03D
1988 White GMC WGL01-
1988 White GMC WHL02D
1988 White GMC WHM01C
1988 White GMC Wia03F
1988 White GMC Wil02C
1988 White GMC Wim03F

Questions

Is the 88V113000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 88V113000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 88V113000 announced?

VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP reported it to NHTSA on July 19, 1988. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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