NHTSA Recall 96V020000: Suspension: rear
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 154,214 vehicles. It affects 1991–1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
| NHTSA campaign | 96V020000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR |
| Report received | January 31, 1996 |
| Owner notification | February 22, 1996 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
The rear lower control arm can crack at the rear stabilizer bar attachment.
Safety risk
This condition can be aggravated by the severe duty cycle of these vehicles and eventually cause the lower control arm to fracture completely causing a loss of vehicle control without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both rear lower control arms and rear stabilizer bar attachments.
Notes
System: suspension; single axle; rear; control arm. Vehicle description: police (seo 9c1) vehicles and taxi cabs (seo 9c6). 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Vehicles covered by recall 96V020000
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.