Recall 01V-365: 2001 Chevrolet C6H042, 2001 GMC C6H042

The problem

Vehicle description: certain medium duty conventional trucks equipped with eaton 19060s single speed rear axles and michelin 245/70r19.5g xze tires on the rear wheels fail to comply with FMVSS no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the tire markings do not show adequate load capacity to meet the vehicle drive axle gawr as shown on the vehicle placard.

The fix

Michelin will replace the tires on all affected vehicles. Owner notification began february 20, 2002. 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 michelin at 1-800-887-0662.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

Vehicles in this recall

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 01V-365?

Vehicle description: certain medium duty conventional trucks equipped with eaton 19060s single speed rear axles and michelin 245/70r19.5g xze tires on the rear wheels fail to comply with FMVSS no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the tire markings do not show adequate load capacity to meet the vehicle drive axle gawr as shown on the vehicle placard.

How is recall 01V-365 fixed?

Michelin will replace the tires on all affected vehicles. Owner notification began february 20, 2002. 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 michelin at 1-800-887-0662.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.