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Recall campaign89V047000

Recall 89V047000: 1989 Chevrolet M Series and 1 other model

Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift
Report received
Mar 24, 1989
Manufacturer
General motors corp.
Potentially affected
202vehicles
Model years
1989

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

The retainer that secures the automatic transmission control rod linkage to the steering column lower shift lever may loosen and could disengage.

Possible consequence

This could result in separation of control rod fromlower shift lever. Also, shift indicator may not reflect gear the transmissionis in creating an accident potential.

Remedy

Install a transmission linkage retainer.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.