1993 CHEVROLET ASTRO Recalls (5)

Campaign:
94V177000 on 09/21/1994
Component:
Seats:front assembly:head restraint
Manufactured:
08/31/1991 - 12/31/1993
Affected:
381
Defect:
The front driver and passenger seat back height does not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 202, "head restraints."
Consequence:
Consequence of non-compliance: seat occupants are subject to increased risk of injury in the event of a sudd stop or accident.
Correction:
Sherry designs will provide an attachable headrest for the dealer or customer to add to the seats.
Notes:
System: interior systems; seat head restraints.vehicle description: conversion vans.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the noncompliance, please contact sherry designs at 1-219-264-0602. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
61,944
Defect:
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."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:
06E041000 on 05/17/2006
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Affected:
7,800
Defect:
Certain r&b, inc. central multiport fuel injection (cmfi) fuel return lines, models help 55163, napa balkamp 700-3270, and the connection 2560001, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the fuel return line has a mechanical bleed valve which was not installed at the proper torque.
Consequence:
A fuel leak can occur at the valve, possibly resulting in a fire.
Correction:
R&b, inc. will notify owners and at the customers request, either replace the fuel line or offer a full refund. the recall began on may 4, 2006. owners may contact r&b, inc. at 215-712-5330.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to r&b, inc. aftermarket cmfi return fuel lines and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.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:
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:
06E049000 on 06/04/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
27,176
Defect:
Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."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.

1993 CHEVROLET ASTRO TSBs (22)

Bulletin:
CAMP/93C56
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
manufacturer recall - general motors has determined that certain 1993 m/l and g vans may experience a condition at temperatures below 32 degrees fahrenheit where the transmission will not shift out of park with the brake pedal depressed to
Bulletin:
MSG01385
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
message announcing manufacturer recall 93c56. *tw
Bulletin:
467108
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
transmission extention seal leaks. *tw
Bulletin:
476149
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
oil pressure gauge reading concerns. *tw
Bulletin:
CAMP/93C56
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
general motors has determined that certain 1993 m/l and g vans equipped with cruise control may experience a condition at temperatures below 32 degrees fahrenheit, where the transmission will not shift out of park with the brake pedal depr
Bulletin:
461103
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
hvac fan inoperative. *tw
Bulletin:
RCL/93C56A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
general motors has determined that certain 1993 m/l and g vans may experience a condition, at temperatures below 32 degrees fahrenheit, where the transmission will not shift out of park with the brake pedal depressed. to prevent this cond
Bulletin:
468203
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
inoperative or erratic speedometer and/or vehicle shifts down into second gear or will not shift out of second gear. *tw
Bulletin:
376105
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
cold engine knock. *tw
Bulletin:
568203
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
566305
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
vehicle does not start readily upon cranking (replace fuel pump relay). *sd
Bulletin:
468203A
Component:
114200 electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Summary:
inoperative or erratic speedometer and/or vehicle shifts down into second gear or will not shift out of second gear (replace connector c240). *sd
Bulletin:
96067
Component:
063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:
Policy adjustment - linear exhaust gas recirculation system. *tw
Bulletin:
666309
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Engine hard to start (replace fuel pump pulsator). *tw
Bulletin:
676537
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Intermittent hestiations, low power, and rough running engine in cold temperatures (replace pcm). *tw
Bulletin:
96067A
Component:
063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:
Special policy adjustment - linear exhaust gas recirculation system. *tw
Bulletin:
240699
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Subject regarding abs 3-sensor ebc4 - special policy. *tt
Bulletin:
020864013
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Some customers may comment that the right rear door handle on the cargo door breaks. *tt
Bulletin:
020730024A
Component:
103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Summary:
Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. *tt 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks. *tt
Bulletin:
01667
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
Window regulator motor does not fit. *tt
Bulletin:
990730016A
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan. *tt
Bulletin:
PIT-3665-A
Component:
031000 service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Summary:
General motors: on all 1988-2009 full size chevrolet/gmc pickups, utilities and vans, the brake pedal will move down or self apply during full lock turns or near full lock turns. chevrolet astro and gmc safari vans; hummer 2 are included.

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