2000 GMC C Series(Medium) recalls and problems
The 2000 GMC C Series(Medium) has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any GMC dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 GMC C Series(Medium) vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 GMC C Series(Medium) recalls
Recall 01V-044: Steering
Problem: Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks and school bus chassis equipped with tie rod assemblies containing 24-dl model ball sockets and manufactured by trw. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.
Risk: If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the defective ball sockets and/or drag links. Owner notification began april 24, 2001. 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.
Recall 01V-140: Steering
Problem: Vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with trw model 20edl ball sockets. The tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
Risk: If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. Owner notification began april 24, 2001. 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 1-800-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 GMC C Series(Medium) have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 GMC C Series(Medium): 01V-044 (steering), 01V-140 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are GMC recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized GMC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.