Recall 94V-044: 1992–1993 Chevrolet C10, 1992–1993 Chevrolet C20 and 3 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for fuel system, other, reported to NHTSA on Apr 5, 1994, covering about 2,595 vehicles.

NHTSA number
94V-044
Report date
Apr 5, 1994
Vehicles affected
2,595
Owners notified
Mar 30, 1994

The problem

Vehicles altered by pas, inc. Have compressed natural gas fuel tanks that can develop stress corrosion, which crack the e-glass wrapping. This stress corrosion cracking can lead to tank ruptures.

The risk

If the tank ruptures, personal injury to individuals in or near the vehicle may occur.

The fix

Gm is offering to exchange these vehicles with a comparably equipped 1994 gasoline 1/2 or 3/4 ton GM pickup. If the owner chooses not to exchange the natural gas vehicle, GM will repurchase the vehicle.

Notes

System: fuel; CNG; tanks.vehicle description: light, 2 wheel drive pickup trucks equipped to run on compressed natural gas.warning: all trucks should be removed from service and the engine run until the gas gauge reads below one-quarter tank. No inspection should be undertaken.contact general motors at the telephone number below for more detailed information.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact general motors consolidated fleet service operations (Chevrolet) at1-800-334-7000, or contact gmc truck at 1-800-462-7000. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentFuel System, Other › Storage › Tank Assembly
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number94V044001

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet C101992, 1993All years
Chevrolet C201992, 1993All years
GMC C151992, 1993All years
GMC C251992, 1993All years
GMC Sierra1992, 1993All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 94V-044?

Vehicles altered by pas, inc. Have compressed natural gas fuel tanks that can develop stress corrosion, which crack the e-glass wrapping. This stress corrosion cracking can lead to tank ruptures.

How is recall 94V-044 fixed?

Gm is offering to exchange these vehicles with a comparably equipped 1994 gasoline 1/2 or 3/4 ton GM pickup. If the owner chooses not to exchange the natural gas vehicle, GM will repurchase the vehicle.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.