The problem
These tires have bead damage which occured during tire mounting.
The risk
This damage to the tire reinforcing structure in the bead "toe" area causes a bulge in the sidewall after the tire is inflated. This condition will result in a slow air loss causing the tire to go flat. However, it is possible for the damage to result in a rapid air loss causing injuries to anyone if they were handling the tire when this occurred.
The fix
Dealers will demount each tire and inspect for bead damage. If bead damage is found, the tire will be replaced.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 96V-117 (96V117000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Tires › Bead |
| Report date | July 1, 1996 |
| Owners notified | July 5, 1996 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,773 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the wheels & tires
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 96V-117 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will demount each tire and inspect for bead damage. If bead damage is found, the tire will be replaced.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,773 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.