The problem
Vehicle description: medium duty trucks equipped with axle assemblies which May have been manufactured with trw model 20edl ball sockets. The tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
The risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. Owner notification began April 24, 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 1-800-1020 or GMC at 1-800-462-8782.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V140001 (01V140001) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 01030 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly |
| Report date | April 10, 2001 |
| Owners notified | April 24, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 6,386 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 1999 Chevrolet B Series
- 2000 Chevrolet B Series
- 1999 Chevrolet C Series(medium)
- 2000 Chevrolet C Series(medium)
- 1999 Chevrolet F6
- 2000 Chevrolet F6
- 1999 Chevrolet F7
- 2000 Chevrolet F7
- 1999 GMC B Series
- 2000 GMC B Series
- 1999 GMC C Series(medium)
- 2000 GMC C Series(medium)
- 1999 GMC F6
- 2000 GMC F6
- 1999 GMC F7
- 2000 GMC F7
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V140001 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. Owner notification began April 24, 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…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 6,386 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.