The problem
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Under certain circumstances the front lower control arm brackets May fracture. This fracture could result in separation of the front lower control arm from the frame.
The risk
A separation could result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the left and right front lower control arm brackets. Owner notification began by telephone on April 4, 2001. The followup letter to consumers was mailed May 3, 2001. 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, Oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537, or GMC at 1-800-462-8782.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-126 (01V126000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 01034 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm |
| Report date | April 12, 2001 |
| Owners notified | April 4, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 30,476 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-126 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the left and right front lower control arm brackets. Owner notification began by telephone on April 4, 2001. The followup letter to consumers was mailed May 3, 2001.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 30,476 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.