The 1989 GMC C Series has two recalls, the more serious being a trailer hitch that may have under-torqued mounting fasteners on certain C1500, C3500, K1500, and K3500 models, which can allow the hitch to shift under load and eventually break free, separating from the truck with a trailer attached.
The second recall is a compliance issue affecting rear seat lap-shoulder belts, where the printed installation instructions are incorrect.
At a glance
What can fail
Your vehicle's rear seat lap-shoulder seatbelt assembly does not meet federal safety standards. The owner's manual contains incorrect instructions for proper use.
What the fix does
Your owner's manual will be revised with corrected instructions for properly using the rear seat seatbelts.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The bolts securing the optional trailer hitch may be under-tightened. This allows the hitch to shift under towing stress, potentially causing the bolts to fail and the hitch to separate from the vehicle.
What the fix does
The hitch will be inspected for movement. If found, fasteners will be replaced and properly torqued. If not, fasteners will be tightened to specification.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
