Recall 02V-287: 1999–2000 Chevrolet C6500, 1999–2000 Chevrolet C7500 and 3 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Nov 4, 2002, covering about 2,011 vehicles.
The problem
Certain medium duty c-series and b7 school bus chassis equipped with a 7.4 liter gas engine and an impco LPG conversion kit. Some of these vehicles may have engine backfires with sufficient force to damage the engine air intake system and the air cleaner filter element.
The risk
If the damaged air cleaner parts are dislodged from their normal position, these parts could come in contact with the hot exhaust manifold and/or hot exhaust gas recirculation (Egr) valve tube resulting in a possible engine compartment fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a redesigned mixer bonnet and air cleaner housing cover, selective upgrades in various connections related to the air induction system, and if needed, a new air cleaner filter. Owner notification began december 18, 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.
Notes
Gm recall no. 02044. Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 02V287000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet C6500 | 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Chevrolet C7500 | 1999, 2000 | All years |
| GMC B7 | 2000 | All years |
| GMC C6500 | 1999, 2000 | All years |
| GMC C7500 | 1999, 2000 | All years |
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 02V-287?
Certain medium duty c-series and b7 school bus chassis equipped with a 7.4 liter gas engine and an impco LPG conversion kit. Some of these vehicles may have engine backfires with sufficient force to damage the engine air intake system and the air cleaner filter element.
How is recall 02V-287 fixed?
Dealers will install a redesigned mixer bonnet and air cleaner housing cover, selective upgrades in various connections related to the air induction system, and if needed, a new air cleaner filter. Owner notification began december 18, 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.
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.