1990 GMC C1500 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1990 GMC C1500. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 93V016000Feb 1, 19931,702,880 vehicles potentially affected
  Power train › Automatic transmission
  Covers: GMC C1500 1988–1993, Chevrolet C10 1988–1993, C20 1988–1993 +11 more

  Reported issue: Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.

  Possible consequence: The vented transmission fluid can catch fire if exposedto a source of ignition.

  Remedy: Install a longer transmission vent hose routed to the left side of the engine compartment of the vehicle.

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• 90V170000Sep 17, 1990194,243 vehicles potentially affected
  Seat belts › Front › Anchorage
  Covers: GMC C1500 1989–1990, K1500 1989–1990, K3500 1989–1990 +9 more

  Reported issue: Trucks can contain incorrect instructions on how to properly adjust rear seat lap-shoulder belts as required by fmvss 209.

  Possible consequence: Incorrectly adjusted seat belt would not properlyrestrain occupant in an accident of sudden stop; trucks would not comply withfmvss 209.

  Remedy: Provide owner's manual insert containing the correct rear lap-shoulder belt instructions.

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