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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 08V313📅 Jul 11, 2008

2008 Chevrolet Express & 2008 GMC Savana recall: powertrain & transmission

⚠️ What's wrong

GM is recalling 2,481 my 2008 chevrolet Express and GMC Savana g-cutaway fleet van equipped with a 6.0L (rpo LY6) V8 engine, 4L80E (rpo MT1) transmission, 4.10 (rpo GT5) axle and 75 MPH governor (rpo 9D7). These vehicles have a condition in which the transmission may be damaged due to first gear engagement at highway speeds and then does not transmit power with D4 or r selected. This may be preceded by engine shutdown if the vehicle exceeds 81 miles per hour in certain conditions.

💥 The risk

The vehicle may be stranded on or near a highway, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will reprogram the transmission and engine control modules free of charge. The recall began on or about july 30, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
08V313000
Manufacturer recall #
08218
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Vehicles affected
6,390
Component
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Owner phone
1-800-630-2438
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jul 30, 2008
Built
Aug 1, 2007 – Jun 30, 2008
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
GM recall no. 08218.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 http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 08V313 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 08V313?

2008 Chevrolet Express & 2008 GMC Savana. 6,390 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Chevrolet dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-630-2438.