Safety Recall NHTSA · 85V075000 Reported June 10, 1985

Structure:body:grab bar:strap mounting assist

General Motors, Llc · Structure · 1,536 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
85V075000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Structure
Vehicles Affected
1,536
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 10, 1985

Defect Summary

The cab entry step mounting strap may fail in the area of the step support bracket to strap weld interface. consequence of defect: if the step mounting strap fails while a person is attempting to enter or exit the cab, personal injury could result.

Corrective Action

New cab entry step mounting straps will be installed.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 85V075000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 85V075000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 85V075000?

NHTSA recall 85V075000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on June 10, 1985. It addresses: Structure:body:grab bar:strap mounting assist. The recall affects approximately 1,536 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 85V075000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.