These gases could flow into the passenger compartment if the plug is missing or loose and could cause possible illness, unconsciousness, or death.

Structure — Body

Date Announced

OCT 25, 2000

Vehicles Affected

35,659

Chevrolet Recall #

00084

NHTSA Campaign #

00V343000

Summary

Vehicle description: Light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. Some of these vehicles have loose or missing rear wheelhouse plugs. Under certain vehicle operating conditions, exhaust gases can flow forward and accumulate in the rear wheelhouse.

Actions

Dealers will inspect the vehicle for loose or missing wheelhouse plugs and install new plugs if necessary.

Documents (6)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Defect and Noncompliance Notice(Part 573)
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Quarterly Performance Report