Recall 95V-140: 1995 Chevrolet Suburban, 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Jul 25, 1995, covering about 3,651 vehicles.

NHTSA number
95V-140
Report date
Jul 25, 1995
Vehicles affected
3,651
Owners notified
Aug 3, 1995

The problem

The vehicles have both the supplemental inflatable restraint (Sir) label and an engine start label installed on the same side of the sun visor. This does not comply with FMVSS no.208, "occupant crash protection."

The risk

Consequence of non-compliance: operators could fail to notice and heed the warning label.

The fix

The engine start label will be removed from the stowed side of the sun visor and a new engine start label will be installed on the headliner in the sun visor depression. Owners will receive the new label and can install the label themselves or have a dealer install it.

Notes

System: interior; passive restraints; air bag; FMVSS no.208.vehicle description: light duty trucks and multi purpose passenger vehicles equipped with l56/l65 diesel engines.note: if you do not receive a new label in a reasonable time free of charge please contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentAir Bags
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number95V140000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Suburban1995All years
Chevrolet Tahoe1995All years
GMC Suburban1995All years
GMC Yukon1995All 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 95V-140?

The vehicles have both the supplemental inflatable restraint (Sir) label and an engine start label installed on the same side of the sun visor. This does not comply with FMVSS no.208, "occupant crash protection."

How is recall 95V-140 fixed?

The engine start label will be removed from the stowed side of the sun visor and a new engine start label will be installed on the headliner in the sun visor depression. Owners will receive the new label and can install the label themselves or have a dealer install it.

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.