Recall 97V-066: 1995–1997 Glaval Chevrolet Blazer, 1995–1997 Glaval Chevrolet C10 and 9 more
GLAVAL BUS DIVISION recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Apr 21, 1997, covering about 2,121 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: glaval conversion vans and pickup trucks. The retainer clips were not removed from the rear brake drum wheel stud bolts prior to the installation of a custom wheel.
The risk
The wheel can appear to be or can actually go out of balance and could crack in the lug nut area increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the wheels and remove the retainer clips if still in place and also inspect wheels for cracks (Including the front wheels, if the tires have been rotated). If the wheels are cracked in the lug nut area, the wheels will be replaced.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin during may 1997.note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact glaval at 1-800-348-3708.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GLAVAL BUS DIVISION |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Drum › Drum |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V066000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Glaval Chevrolet Blazer | 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Glaval Chevrolet C10 | 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Glaval Chevrolet G20 | 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Glaval Chevrolet Suburban | 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Glaval Dodge B250 | 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Glaval Dodge D250 | 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Glaval Ford E150 | 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Glaval Ford F150 | 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Glaval GMC G25 | 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Glaval GMC Suburban | 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Glaval Jeep Cherokee | 1996 | 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 97V-066?
Vehicle description: glaval conversion vans and pickup trucks. The retainer clips were not removed from the rear brake drum wheel stud bolts prior to the installation of a custom wheel.
How is recall 97V-066 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the wheels and remove the retainer clips if still in place and also inspect wheels for cracks (Including the front wheels, if the tires have been rotated). If the wheels are cracked in the lug nut area, the wheels will be replaced.
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.