Recall 08V-340: 2008 Chevrolet Express, 2008 GMC Savana

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Jul 28, 2008, covering about 151 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-340
Report date
Jul 28, 2008
Vehicles affected
151
Owners notified
Aug 15, 2008

The problem

Gm is recalling 151 my 2008 chevrolet express and gmc savana vehicles equipped with all wheel drive (Awd). Some of these vehicles have transfer cases that were manufactured with an incorrect part that can cause early failure of a drive chain. If the chain breaks, shifting the transmission to park may not keep the vehicle stationary.

The risk

If the vehicle is parked on an incline or bumped, it may roll and strike a person, object, or another vehicle without warning, and cause personal injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the transfer case date code and, if necessary, replace the transfer case. The recall began on august 15, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .

Notes

Gm recall no. 08244.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentPower Train › Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V340000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Express2008All years
GMC Savana2008All 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 08V-340?

Gm is recalling 151 my 2008 chevrolet express and gmc savana vehicles equipped with all wheel drive (Awd). Some of these vehicles have transfer cases that were manufactured with an incorrect part that can cause early failure of a drive chain. If the chain breaks, shifting the transmission to park may not keep the vehicle stationary.

How is recall 08V-340 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the transfer case date code and, if necessary, replace the transfer case. The recall began on august 15, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .

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.