1992 WHITE GMC FE Recalls (2)

Campaign:
93V030000 on 03/11/1993
Component:
Seat belts:front:anchorage
Manufactured:
06/30/1992 - 11/30/1992
Affected:
415
Defect:
The safety belt retractor designed for the passenger side of the cabin was installed on the driver's side, and the driver's side retractor was installed on the passenger side.
Consequence:
The incorrect emergency locking safety belt retractorwould not function adequately in the event of a sudden stop or accident, andseat occupants would face an increased risk of injury.
Correction:
Install new, correct retractors as needed.
Notes:
System: safety belts.vehicle description: class 7 and 8 heavy trucks.

Campaign:
98V255000 on 10/14/1998
Component:
Suspension:front:springs:air suspension:lines and fittings
Manufactured:
09/30/1986 - 07/12/1998
Affected:
95,013
Defect:
Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucks. the air suspension control valve supply line was not plumbed through an air pressure protection valve. in the event of a failure, there would be loss of air pressure in the 'b' system air reservoir that supplies air pressure for the front steer axle brakes.
Consequence:
This condition would result in increased stopping distances.
Correction:
Dealers will install the necessary air pressure protection valve.
Notes:
Owner notification began during november 1998. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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