Recall 94V-060: 1994 Chevrolet C10, 1994 Chevrolet C20 and 10 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Apr 5, 1994, covering about 30,148 vehicles.
The problem
Trucks were assembled with the left-hand lower control arm to frame rear nut tightened below the specified torque. Low torque on this nut may allow the attachment bolt to loosed and subsequently fatigue and break. The bolt breakage can cause the left hand control arm to separate from the frame.
The risk
If this occurs, a loss of vehicle control and a crash could result.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the left-hand lower control arm to frame rear nut to the proper torque specification.
Notes
System: suspension; independent front control arm; lower.vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided in a reasonable amount of time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, or gmc at 1-313-456-4547. Also, please contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 94V060000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet C10 | 1994 | All years |
| Chevrolet C20 | 1994 | All years |
| Chevrolet C30 | 1994 | All years |
| Chevrolet K10 | 1994 | All years |
| Chevrolet K20 | 1994 | All years |
| Chevrolet K30 | 1994 | All years |
| GMC C15 | 1994 | All years |
| GMC C25 | 1994 | All years |
| GMC C35 | 1994 | All years |
| GMC K15 | 1994 | All years |
| GMC K25 | 1994 | All years |
| GMC K35 | 1994 | All 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-060?
Trucks were assembled with the left-hand lower control arm to frame rear nut tightened below the specified torque. Low torque on this nut may allow the attachment bolt to loosed and subsequently fatigue and break. The bolt breakage can cause the left hand control arm to separate from the frame.
How is recall 94V-060 fixed?
Dealers will tighten the left-hand lower control arm to frame rear nut to the proper torque specification.
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.