Recall 05V-005: 2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado and 4 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Jan 7, 2005, covering about 98,221 vehicles.
The problem
Some pickup trucks, vans, and sport utility vehicles equipped with a hydraulic pump driveshaft that can fracture, resulting in immediate loss of hydraulic power steering assist. On certain vehicles equipped with hydro-boost power brakes, the same condition can result in loss of power assist for braking after the reserve pressure is depleted.
The risk
An inoperative pump can cause increased steering effort, and in hydro-boost equipped vehicles also increased braking effort, but does not completely eliminate the ability to steer or slow the vehicle.
The fix
Dealers will replace the hydraulic pump. The campaign began on february 14, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
Notes
Gm campaign no. 05001.this action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act.the company has informed NHTSA that it will provide the modifications described above free of charge.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V005000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet C/K Pickups | 2000 | All years |
| Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 | All years |
| Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 | All years |
| GMC Savana | 2000 | All years |
| GMC Sierra | 2000 | All years |
| GMC Yukon XL | 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 05V-005?
Some pickup trucks, vans, and sport utility vehicles equipped with a hydraulic pump driveshaft that can fracture, resulting in immediate loss of hydraulic power steering assist. On certain vehicles equipped with hydro-boost power brakes, the same condition can result in loss of power assist for braking after the reserve pressure is depleted.
How is recall 05V-005 fixed?
Dealers will replace the hydraulic pump. The campaign began on february 14, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
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.