1985 GMC GENERAL-MOTORSGmc General-motors 1985

Complaint Information: Recalls, Service Bulletins, OBD II Codes

NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 27274 [USA]: System: steering/clamp bolt.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.
    A clamp pinch bolt securing the upper steering shaft to the lower steering shaft may loosen. Consequence of defect: shafts could separate resulting in loss of truck control which could lead to a crash without prior warning.
    replace the clamp assembly and upper steering shaft.
    system: steering/clamp bolt.Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.

  • Recall 1986067 [Canada]: Steering
    On certain trucks, the coleman front driving axle steering arms may be overstressed. This condition can cause cracks to develop eventually resulting in complete fracture of the steering arm and loss of steering control. Correction: a new steering arm and power assist cylinder will be installed.

  • Recall 1986132 [Canada]: Steering
    On certain vehicles, improper torque of the clamp pinch bolt securing the upper steering shaft to the lower steering shaft may allow the clamp to loosen and the shafts to separate. This would result in loss of vehicle control and possible crash without prior warning. Correction: dealers will inspect and replace as necessary the clamp assembly and the upper steering shaft.

  • Recall 1985071 [Canada]: Other
    Certain vehicles may experience failure of the cab entry step mounting strap in the area of the step support bracket to strap weld interface. If the cab entry mounting strap fails while a person is attempting to enter the cab, personal injury could result.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • 99110 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS: Subject pertaining to special return, hose, engine oil cooler. *tt

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