NHTSA recall 96I005000 · Incomplete vehicle
Power train › Automatic transmission › Cooling unit and lines
GMC B7 and 5 more
Reported Jan 1, 19965,220 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Built Jan 1, 1995 – May 31, 1995
The defect
This IS not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. however, it IS deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. the transmission oil cooler hose assemby can rupture.
The risk
This can result in loss of sufficient transmission fluid to cause the transmission to stop transmitting power to the rear wheels and could also cause severe transmission damage.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the suspect transmission oil cooler hoses with parts that meet specifications.