1988 Chevrolet B6P042
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1988 Chevrolet B6P042. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1988 Chevrolet B6P042. Newest first.
A crack may develop adjacent to the fuel tank seam weld attaching the tank end cap.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in a leak or dripping from the fueltank with potential fire hazzard.
Remedy
Install limiter cushions on the tank support brackets or replace tank, if necessary.
Melting of the air brake lines can occur where the air lines route under the left hand frame rail near the exhaust pipe.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in partial or total loss of servicebrakes without warning, which could lead to a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Reroute air line harness away from the exhaust system; replace harness if heat deterioration has occured.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Park brake drum loose
There is no summary currently available
- Fuel tank leaks
There is no summary currently available
- Fuel tank leak
There is no summary currently available
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