NHTSA Recall 88V050000: Column shift (power train)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 370,831 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Chevette.
| NHTSA campaign | 88V050000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › LEVER AND LINKAGE › COLUMN SHIFT |
| Report received | April 4, 1988 |
| Owner notification | April 11, 1988 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
The automatic transmission shift lever button mechanism may wear to the point that the button on the shift lever no longer needs to be depressed to shift gears.
Safety risk
A lever with this condition could be inadvertently bumpedor moved from drive to reverse by the driver or a passenger while the vehicleis being driven. A sudden unexpected shifting could cause loss of vehiclecontrol and a vehicle crash.
Remedy
A newly designed transmission shift lever will be installed on all vehicles.
Notes
System: transmission/shift lever.vehicle description: passenger cars.
Vehicles covered by recall 88V050000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Chevette | 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986 |
| Pontiac T1000 | 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986 |
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.