NHTSA Recall 01V140001: Tie rod assembly (steering)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,386 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Chevrolet B Series.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V140001 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 01030 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 10, 2001 |
| Owner notification | April 24, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with trw model 20edl ball sockets. The tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
Safety risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. Owner notification began april 24, 2001. 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 chevrolet at 1-800-1020 or GMC at 1-800-462-8782.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V140001
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet B Series | 1999, 2000 |
| Chevrolet C Series(medium) | 1999, 2000 |
| Chevrolet F6 | 1999, 2000 |
| Chevrolet F7 | 1999, 2000 |
| GMC B Series | 1999, 2000 |
| GMC C Series(medium) | 1999, 2000 |
| GMC F6 | 1999, 2000 |
| GMC F7 | 1999, 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.