Electrical system: wiring White GMC recall

VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP reported this recall to NHTSA on November 2, 1988. It covers about 234 vehicles across 10 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSA Affected vehicles

Campaign: 88V174000
Reported: Nov 2, 1988
Vehicles: 234
Area: Electrical system

The problem

Grounding of the ac power source may be defective (or there may be no electrical grounding at the ac power source).

The risk

Anyone coming into physical contact with the truck whileit is connected to a non ground ac power source may receive an electrical shocksufficient to cause personal injury or death.

The fix

Rewire engine block heater to assure proper grounding.

Contacts

System: electrical.Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.

What to do

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.
Call a dealer. Any authorized White GMC dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 88V174000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

Vehicle	Recalls	Grade
1988 White GMC WB	1	-
1988 White GMC Wca	4	D
1988 White GMC WCM	4	D
1988 White GMC WCS	3	D
1988 White GMC WHL	2	D
1988 White GMC WHR	1	B
1988 White GMC Wia	3	F
1988 White GMC Wim	3	F
1988 White GMC WX	2	C
1988 White GMC Wxll	3	C

Questions

Is the 88V174000 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 88V174000?

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 88V174000 announced?

VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP reported it to NHTSA on November 2, 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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