2000 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Buick Regal | 2000 Buick Regal | 1998 Buick Regal | 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2001 Buick Regal | 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Published October 26, 2015 · Recall initiated: October 26, 2015
Summary
NHTSA records recall 15V701000, published October 26, 2015. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2000 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Buick Regal | 2000 Buick Regal | 1998 Buick Regal | 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2001 Buick Regal | 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
What's the hazard
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201 to address the possibility that engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold.
What to do
The remedy applied under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201 did not adequately remove the safety risk. Under the improved remedy, dealers will replace the engines front valve cover and gasket. Vehicles that are covered by recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, or 15V-201 that have not yet received the original remedy will instead receive the improved remedy under the original recall number. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Oldsmobile customer service at 1-800-442-6537 and Pontiac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15757. Note: Until the improved remedy has been applied, owners are advised to park their vehicle outside since the fire risk exists even when the vehicle is unattended.
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Recall details
- Brand
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- IMPALA
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Lot
- 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA | 1999 CHEVROLET LUMINA | 1998 CHEVROLET LUMINA | 2004 BUICK REGAL | 2000 BUICK REGAL | 1998 BUICK REGAL | 2004 CHEVROLET IMPALA | 2003 CHEVROLET IMPALA | 2002 CHEVROLET IMPALA | 2004 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO | 2003 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO | 2000 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO | 1998 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO | 2004 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX | 2001 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX | 2000 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX | 1999 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX | 2001 BUICK REGAL | 2001 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO | 2002 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2000 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Buick Regal | 2000 Buick Regal | 1998 Buick Regal | 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2001 Buick Regal | 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V701000 on October 26, 2015. Reported hazard: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201 to address the possibility that engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold.
What should I do if I have this product?
The remedy applied under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201 did not adequately remove the safety risk. Under the improved remedy, dealers will replace the engines front valve cover and gasket. Vehicles that are covered by recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, or 15V-201 that have not yet received the original remedy will instead receive the improved remedy under the original recall number. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Oldsmobile customer service at 1-800-442-6537 and Pontiac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15757. Note: Until the improved remedy has been applied, owners are advised to park their vehicle outside since the fire risk exists even when the vehicle is unattended.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: IMPALA.