Recall 04V240000: Incorrect Spare Tire on Vehicle

Make / Models : Model/Build Years:

GMC / 1500 2004


Regency / Chevrolet 1500 2004

MANUFACTURER: General Motors Corp.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V240000 Recall Date : MAY 14, 2004

COMPONENT: Tires: Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 285

SUMMARY:
The spare tire and wheel assembly that was provided on certain conversion vehicles will not fit on the front wheel hub due to offset of the wheel. However, it will fit on the rear wheels.

CONSEQUENCE:
If someone has a flat tire on the front wheel, they will not be able to install the provided spare tire.

REMEDY:
Dealers will install a spare wheel with the correct offset. Owner notification began on June 11, 2004. Owners should contact Regency at 1-800-989-4727.

NOTES:
Customers can also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).