CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Problem
- Braun Corporation (Braun) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Chevrolet Traverse wheelchair accessible vehicles with Power In-floor Ramp conversion. The screw and clip that hold the inner wheel-well plastic shroud in place may chafe against the transmission case, possibly resulting in a transmission fluid leak.
- Risk
- A transmission fluid leak can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the screw and clip, and inspect for signs of contact with the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain wheelchair-accessible vehicles with a power in-floor ramp conversion may have a screw and clip holding the inner wheel-well plastic shroud that can rub against the transmission case. Over time this chafing may cause a transmission fluid leak.
A leak can lead to a loss of drive power, which increases the risk of a crash. If fluid leaks in the presence of an ignition source, it also increases the risk of a fire.
Dealers will replace the screw and clip and inspect for signs of contact with the transmission, free of charge. Owners who have not yet received a notice can contact Braun customer service at 1-800-488-0359, and should check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Chevrolet Traverse | 20202021 |
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