NHTSA Recall 08V385000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 319 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Kodiak.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V385000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 08237 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | August 6, 2008 |
| Owner notification | September 5, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
GM is recalling 319 my 2008 chevrolet kodiak and GMC topkick trucks equipped with caterpillar c9 diesel engines. The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
General motors is working with caterpillar (please see 08e042). Caterpillar will replace the fuel pump plug free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463 or or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .
Notes
GM recall no. 08237.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 08V385000
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.