2001 GMC C SERIES Recalls (2)

Campaign:: 01V159000 on 05/21/2001
Component:: Seat belts:front:retractor
Manufactured:: 08/31/2000 - 10/30/2000
Affected:: 9,196
Defect:: Vehicle description: pickup and utility trucks. some of these vehicles have an internal component in the outboard seat belt retractors for the 2nd and 3rd row of seats that could be cracked. with repeated actuation of the locking mechanism, the crack could spread to the point such that the seat belt would no longer lock.
Consequence:: In a crash, increased occupant injury could result from the no-lock condition.
Correction:: Dealers will inspect the outboard seat belts for specific lot numbers and replace the belts if necessary. gm is enclosing an inspection procedure for the owners to use or they can have their dealers do the inspections. owner notification began july 2, 2001. 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.
Notes:: Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:: 01I016000 on 01/06/2002
Component:: Fuel system, other
Defect:: This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. vehicle description: 2001 chevrolet and gmc c-series medium duty vehicles equipped with an impco liquefied petroleum gas (lpg) conversion kit. the engine could backfire causing the inlet elbow to separate from its throttle body.
Consequence:: If this were to occur, the inlet elbow would be retained but the vehicle would stop running due to inadequate fuel supply.
Correction:: Dealer will install a new aluminum inlet elbow at no charge to the consumer.
Notes:: Gm has decided to conduct a customer satisfaction campaign to install a new aluminum inlet elbow on affected vehicles.owners can contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-862-4389, concerning this program.

2001 GMC C SERIES TSBs (73)

Bulletin:: 00076
Component:: 046000 service brakes, air:antilock
Summary:: Some vehicles equipped with bendix abs air brakes have a condition in which the vehicle may have unwanted temporary abs activation at low speeds. *tt
Bulletin:: 160201
Component:: 102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:: This message concerns certain 1997 through 2001 medium duty trucks with spicer seven speed manual transmissions exhibiting heavy vibration that increases with speed and / or an oil leak and / or a cracked engine block. *tt
Bulletin:: 010604037
Component:: 072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:: Technical service bulletin regarding fuel transfer pump inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:: 010604037
Component:: 072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:: Some customers may comment on inoperative secondary fuel tank transfer pumps. *tt
Bulletin:: 040601
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Information regarding repair versus replace guidelines for vehicles with manual transmissions. *slc
Bulletin:: 010601019
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Some customers may comment on excessive engine vibration at idle on various 1998 - 2001 medium duty models including chevrolet and gmc f models. *tt
Bulletin:: 010139002A
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Subject regarding noise in engine compartment with air conditioning (a/c) on, a/c system inoperative (install redesigned rear a/c suction hose, replace compressor). *yd
Bulletin:: 010601022
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Subject on information on engine knock on cold start for pickup and utility models. *et
Bulletin:: 010856005
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Subject regarding revised theft deterrent diagnostic information for various models including chevrolet truck s series 2002. *et
Bulletin:: 010861005
Component:: 020000 suspension
Summary:: Information regarding poor ride quality. (h6-7 c-series conventional medium duty models). *yh
Bulletin:: 010420005
Component:: 106220 power train:axle assembly:axle shaft:seal
Summary:: Information regarding correct vehicle application for eaton. 1990-2002 chevrolet and gmc c-series conventional and t-series tilt cab medium duty models. *yh
Bulletin:: 010604037B
Component:: 072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:: Information regarding fuel transfer pump inoperative. *yh
Bulletin:: 010604050
Component:: 116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:: Information regarding decreased engine performance/power, filter minder indicator on, possible malfunction indicator lamp illuminated and diagnostic trouble code p0101/p0103 set. *yh
Bulletin:: 010139005
Component:: 353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:: Information regarding noise or vibration in passenger compartment with a/c on between 2000-2400 rpm. *yh
Bulletin:: 010601028
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Some vehicles may exhibit an engine knock noise on cold start. *tt
Bulletin:: 010601029
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Some customers may comment on higher than expected engine oil consumption. *tt
Bulletin:: 000604003A
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Some customers may comment on rough idle after start up, especially after setting overnight. *tt
Bulletin:: 010139002B
Component:: 353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:: Some customers may comment on excessive noise from the engine compartment with the air conditioner on, air conditioner inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:: 010866014
Component:: 162000 structure:body
Summary:: Pickup box sheet metal fractures/damage when using aftermarket accessories such as tool boxes, window barrier and ladder racks. *tt
Bulletin:: 000601023A
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Information used when diagnosing noise conditions such as engine rattle noise, spark knock at 2000 - 2500 rpm range, under a moderate to heavy load with a warmed up engine. *tt
Bulletin:: 020523001
Component:: 034520 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads
Summary:: Some customers and dealers may comment on accelerated uneven brake pad wear on f6-7 medium duty tilt cab models and h6-7 conventional medium duty models. *tt
Bulletin:: 020601007
Component:: 061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:: Some owners of certain pickup models may comment on an accessory drive noise. *tt
Bulletin:: 020604005
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Subject regarding revised diagnostic trouble code p1221 service manual information. *tt
Bulletin:: 010139005A
Component:: 138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:: Some customers may comment on a resonating noise or vibration in the passenger compartment with a/c on between 2000 - 2400 rpm. *tt
Bulletin:: 020137002
Component:: 138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:: Subject regarding service diagnosis/recommendations for inoperative air conditioning systems. *tt
Bulletin:: 250102
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Some vehicles may comment on continued oil consumption with blue or whitish smoke on start up. *tt
Bulletin:: 000864018C
Component:: 133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:: Some customers may comment that the rear door window is inoperative. *slc
Bulletin:: 010866005A
Component:: 162000 structure:body
Summary:: Subject regarding the availability of pickup box reinforcement kits for toolbox/rear window barrier/ladder rack applications. *slc
Bulletin:: 020601015
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Subject regarding low oil pressure and new oil level indicator. nlm
Bulletin:: 020601002
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Information on vehicles exhibiting a random engine ticking noise. *tt
Bulletin:: 020601023
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Oil leak at oil cooler to engine block mating surface (replace o-rings, apply sealant). *tt updated *eh updated 6/17/08. *nj
Bulletin:: 010601029A
Component:: 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:: Subject regarding higher than expected engine oil consumption. *tt
Bulletin:: 020523001A
Component:: 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:: Some customers and dealers may comment on accelerated uneven brake pad wear on some vehicle with four-piston fixed caliper rear disc brakes. *tt
Bulletin:: 020420002
Component:: 106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:: Subject regarding revised wheel bearing adjustment procedure. *tt
Bulletin:: 020451003
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Subject regarding revised diagnostic trouble code b2725. *tt
Bulletin:: 020527001
Component:: 036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:: Technical service information on antilock brake system (abs) indicator illuminates when power takeoff (pto) is engaged. *tt
Bulletin:: 020234001
Component:: 017500 steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
Summary:: Subject regarding tie rod replacement- inner procedure. *tt
Bulletin:: 020731002
Component:: 102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:: Concerns with intermittent engine no crank, when the clutch is applied.*tt
Bulletin:: 020604052
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Engine stall, no start, hard start condition. *tt
Bulletin:: 020527001A
Component:: 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:: Antilock brake system (abs) indicator illuminates when power takeoff (pto) is engaged. *tt
Bulletin:: 030232044
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: Effect of steering box limiter adjustment on turning radius and possibility of power steering system damage due to improper adjustment. various 1990-2004 models. *tt
Bulletin:: 050527001
Component:: 040000 service brakes, air
Summary:: Information on air brake park brake chamber vent holes to avoid water intrusion. *tt
Bulletin:: PIP-4695
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Gm: loss of power hesitates on acceleration. 4.3, 4.8, 5.3, 5.7 and 6.0 engines coupled with the 4l60e or 4l65e may experience a condition of hesitates, misses or loss of power under acceleration. the vehicle may operate as if it is in r
Bulletin:: SB-06-02-32-013B
Component:: 015100 steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Summary:: Saab/hummer/gm: diagnostic tips/recommendations when power steering pump replacement is necessary. analysis of returned power steering (ps) pumps that had been replaced for noise, no power assist, no or low pressure and leaking conditio
Bulletin:: SB-10-08-50-003B
Component:: 221300 seats:front assembly:head restraint
Summary:: General motors: information provided by bulletin for all 2012 and prior general motor trucks and passenger vehicles regarding the adjustable comfort and custom upholstery of the driver and the passenger head restraint. *pe
Bulletin:: IB-12-J-003-B
Component:: 060000 engine (pws)
Summary:: Isuzu: information concerning the installation of the fuel injector pipes into a long block assembly. 1999 - 2002 isuzu fsr/ftr/fvr, 1999 - 2009 chevrolet or gmc t6500/t7500/t8500, 2000 - 2004 chevrolet or gmc wt5500, 2000 - 2004 isuzu frr,
Bulletin:: PIC5953
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue when using bluetooth voice recognition with an iphone. technician should work with the customer to insure the phone cont
Bulletin:: PIC4310J
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an onstar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. technician will need to call general motors tech
Bulletin:: PIT3099M
Component:: 356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about installing general motors accessory pats. technician can check service information for some accessories. technician can also contact partect for assista
Bulletin:: PIT3099J
Component:: 356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about installing general motors accessory parts. technician can check service information for some accessories. technician can also contact partech for assist
Bulletin:: PIC4935D
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that during battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what the normal power consumption reading should be from the onstar
Bulletin:: PIT3173C
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician that fluid contamination may be directed to one of the following testing centers according to the type of fluid needing testing. dealer should send the correc
Bulletin:: PIC3718E
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles may have a no power or no connect concern. technician will find that the onstar led is red and diagnostic trouble code u1500 is set. technician
Bulletin:: PIP5094
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This preliminary information communication advises the technician that, when testing any circuit for open or resistance, it is imperative that all related terminal pin fit and tension be checked when the test steps require disconnection of
Bulletin:: 05-06-04-035E
Component:: 090000 fuel system, other
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel with information on flexible fuel vehicles (ffvs) and the usage of e85 fuel in gm vehicles.
Bulletin:: PIC4310K
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an onstar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. technician will need to call general motors tech
Bulletin:: PIC3278F
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone calls. technician will need to determine what type of call the cu
Bulletin:: PIT5264C
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from canada to the united states. while in the united states they are unable to receive turn-by-turn directions. due to the
Bulletin:: PIC5953A
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue when using bluetooth voice recognition with an iphone. technician should work with the customer to insure the phone cont
Bulletin:: PIC4310L
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an onstar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. technician will need to call general motors tech
Bulletin:: PIT5399
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about connectivity concerns when connecting an apple device via usb cord. technician should insure the customer is using an original equipment manufacturer ap
Bulletin:: PIP5232B
Component:: 063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
Summary:: This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about gasoline powered cars, mid-size trucks, light duty trucks, and heavy duty trucks with premature catalytic converter failures. it is recommended to inspe
Bulletin:: 10-00-89-017W
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides a list of newly released pi and bulletins in regards to recent released vehicles so that vehicles can be fixed right the first time in for service.
Bulletin:: 12-00-89-002A
Component:: 353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides information for requesting a new key code for customers with lost or stolen keys
Bulletin:: 10-00-89-010B
Component:: 353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides information and rules for gm keycode look up applicationa dn the key code security rules and regulations for canada only.
Bulletin:: 06-00-89-026J
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding customer concerns not duplicated and which labor operations to claim when the concern cannot be duplicated. also provides information on how to submit claims within the gl
Bulletin:: 12-03-10-002
Component:: 200000 wheels
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides a description of the proper wheel installation and proper wheel torque techniques used to install wheels onto vehicles
Bulletin:: 00-00-89-027G
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides a step by step procedure on how to properly use the gm chemicals to eliminate unwanted odors in vehicles and which products to use for each application.
Bulletin:: 10-00-89-017W
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides a list of newly released pi and bulletins in regards to recent released vehicles so that vehicles can be fixed right the first time in for service.
Bulletin:: 10-00-89-010B
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides information and rules for gm keycode look up applicationa dn the key code security rules and regulations for canada only.
Bulletin:: 06-00-89-026J
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding customer concerns not duplicated and which labor operations to claim when the concern cannot be duplicated. also provides information on how to submit claims within the gl
Bulletin:: 12-03-10-002
Component:: 200000 wheels
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides a description of the proper wheel installation and proper wheel torque techniques used to install wheels onto vehicles
Bulletin:: 00-00-89-027G
Component:: 356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:: This informational bulletin provides a step by step procedure on how to properly use the gm chemicals to eliminate unwanted odors in vehicles and which products to use for each application.

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