Safety Recall NHTSA · 94V057000 Reported March 30, 1994

Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm

General Motors, Llc · N/A · 4,821 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
94V057000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
4,821
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 30, 1994

Defect Summary

One of the three specified trailer hitch fasteners per side is missing which can cause the existing fasteners to loosen and fail.

Safety Consequence

If the existing fasteners fail while towing a trailer,the trailer would separate from the truck and cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a bolt, two washers, and a nut, on each side of the trailer hitch platform.

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 94V057000 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 94V057000

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

What is recall 94V057000?

NHTSA recall 94V057000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on March 30, 1994. It addresses: Equipment:other pieces:trailer hitches and attachm. The recall affects approximately 4,821 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 94V057000 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.