The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. Some of these vehicles have loose or missing rear wheelhouse plugs. Under certain vehicle operating conditions, exhaust gases can flow forward and accumulate in the rear wheelhouse.
The risk
These gases could flow into the passenger compartment if the plug is missing or loose and could cause possible illness, unconsciousness, or death.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicle for loose or missing wheelhouse plugs and install new plugs if necessary.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-343 (00V343000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00084 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Structure › Body |
| Report date | October 25, 2000 |
| Owners notified | November 16, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 35,659 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the body & structure
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-343 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the vehicle for loose or missing wheelhouse plugs and install new plugs if necessary.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 35,659 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.