NHTSA Recall 08V340000: Transfer case (4-wheel drive) (power train)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 151 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Express.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V340000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 08244 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) |
| Report received | July 28, 2008 |
| Owner notification | August 15, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
GM is recalling 151 my 2008 chevrolet express and GMC savana vehicles equipped with all wheel drive (AWD). Some of these vehicles have transfer cases that were manufactured with an incorrect part that can cause early failure of a drive chain. If the chain breaks, shifting the transmission to park may not keep the vehicle stationary.
Safety risk
If the vehicle is parked on an incline or bumped, it may roll and strike a person, object, or another vehicle without warning, and cause personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the transfer case date code and, if necessary, replace the transfer case. The recall began on august 15, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .
Notes
GM recall no. 08244.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 08V340000
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.