1999 GMC SIERRA 3500 Recalls (3)

Campaign:
04V562000 on 11/23/2004
Component:
Equipment adaptive
Manufactured:
12/31/1996 - 07/31/2004
Affected:
1,660
Defect:
On certain vans equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
Consequence:
In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. sure-lok will handle the repairs for this campaign. owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267.
Notes:
Sure-lok recall no. 04e-058.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
06E043000 on 05/21/2006
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline
Affected:
88,303
Defect:
Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
Consequence:
This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Correction:
Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Campaign:
07E088000 on 10/29/2007
Component:
Equipment
Affected:
121,680
Defect:
Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.
Consequence:
This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
Correction:
Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

1999 GMC SIERRA 3500 TSBs (18)

Bulletin:
010417001
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some extended and crew cab long box pickup models including 1999 and 2001 chevrolet k2500 models with automatic transmission may exhibit a vibration (launch shudder) during acceleration from 0-40 km/h (0-25).
Bulletin:
010730020
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Subject ordering reference table for ordering the new valve body, spacer plate and gasket kit. *tt
Bulletin:
010730002B
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is on; the transmission is stuck in third gear; and / or the instrument cluster is inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
010730021
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This technical service bulletin states that technicians may experience difficulty in removing the connectors from the park / neutral position switch, usually when trying to remove the switch during transmission service. *tt
Bulletin:
010417001A
Component:
105500 power train:driveline:differential unit
Summary:
Some customers may comment on a vibration during acceleration from 0 - 40 km/h (0 - 25 mph). *tt
Bulletin:
270801
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Information regarding collapsed fuel tank including gmt 400 sierra and chevrolet pick-up. *yh
Bulletin:
010604037B
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Information regarding fuel transfer pump inoperative. *yh
Bulletin:
010417001B
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Subject regarding launch shudder on acceleration (install new one-piece propeller shaft) *jg
Bulletin:
04292004
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Engine may have a condition in which the exhaust valve stem may become deformed. this includes 1999-01 chevrolet and gmc 4500 and 5500 models. *eh
Bulletin:
16NA260
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibr
Bulletin:
PIT3237F
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about the percentage of ultraviolet protection or tint offered by the windshield or side glass. technician should be advised windshield reduces ultraviolet ra
Bulletin:
PIP3720D
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician with the axel setup information from american axle manufacturing. technician should be advised that the maximum pinion shim to be used or stacked behind the p
Bulletin:
PIT3665F
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician that the hydro-boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.
Bulletin:
PIT3098F
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a lean to the left or right. technician will need to measure fender wheel-opening heights, front and rear, to quantify vehicle lean.
Bulletin:
10-08-64-002B
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provides information on what should be considerd warranty damage or damage that was at fault of the cutomer and how to properly claim them on the warranty paperwork
Bulletin:
17-NA-073
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Bulletin:
10-08-64-002B
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provides information on what should be considerd warranty damage or damage that was at fault of the cutomer and how to properly claim them on the warranty paperwork
Bulletin:
PIP3366C
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician thatlight duty trucks equipped with automatic transmissions and 4 wheel drive may exhibit a condition of grinding/ratcheting type noise when shifting the automatic transmiss

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