Gm/lpg conversion
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: medium duty c series vehicles equipped with an impco liquefied petroleum gas (lpg) conversion kit. some of these vehicles exhibit a condition in which the engine could backfire and fracture the plastic inlet elbow within the engine compartment.
Safety Consequence
If this were to occur, and the hood of the vehicle were open, plastic fragments from the elbow could cause injury to people in the immediate area. in addition, the vehicle will stop running due to inadequate fuel supply.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a temporary inlet elbow that is reinforced with a fiberglass wrap. the installation of this temporary elbow will eliminate the safety condition. for the permanent repair, dealers will install aluminum inlet elbows. a preliminary owner notification was mailed to consumers during may 2001. Owner notification began may 21, 2001. a separate owner notification will be mailed when parts are available for the permanent repair. 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 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.
Similar Recalls
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FAQ: Recall 01V080000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V080000?
NHTSA recall 01V080000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on March 9, 2001. It addresses: Gm/lpg conversion. The recall affects approximately 187 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V080000 or the manufacturer campaign number 01019. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.