NHTSA recall 08V313000
Power train › Automatic transmission
Chevrolet Express and 1 more
The defect
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.
The risk
The vehicle may be stranded on or near a highway, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
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> .