The problem
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks. The transmission fluid could leak from a heat degraded transmission fluid cooler hose onto the exhaust system on the passenger's side of the vehicle.
The risk
This condition could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a new transmission fluid cooler inlet hose and outlet hose designed with a heat sleeve and ensure adequate clearance to the exhaust system take-down pipe. Dealers will also inspect the right-hand exhaust manifold seal for leakage, and replace if necessary.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-236 (00V236000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00070 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission |
| Report date | August 23, 2000 |
| Owners notified | September 26, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 12,603 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-236 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a new transmission fluid cooler inlet hose and outlet hose designed with a heat sleeve and ensure adequate clearance to the exhaust system take-down pipe.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 12,603 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.