The problem
Vehicle description: 4-door, 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive multi-purpose passenger vehicles. During development testing, the prop shaft contacted the inboard side of the fuel tank allowing fuel leakage. This leakage was in excess of the amount permitted by FMVSS 301, "fuel system integrity."
The risk
If an ignition source is present, and there is a fuel leak, a fire could occur.
The fix
Dealers will install additional shielding of the fuel tank. This will be added without removing or disassembling the fuel system.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 96V-234 (96V234000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly |
| Report date | November 14, 1996 |
| Owners notified | November 21, 1996 |
| Vehicles affected | 432,183 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 96V-234 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install additional shielding of the fuel tank. This will be added without removing or disassembling the fuel system.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 432,183 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.