Vehicle recall 08V315000 · July 14, 2008
Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana
The frame rail on the driver's side may be wider than specification.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- GM is recalling 567 my 2008 Chevrolet express and GMC savana cutaway vehicles with a 139" wheel base. The frame rail on the driver's side may be wider than specification.
- Consequence
- If the frame rail is wider than specification, over time it may contact the fuel tank housing, resulting in a possible fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the clearance between the frame rail and fuel tank housing and will rework the frame rail if necessary free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2008. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-966-9463, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com.
- Notes
- GM recall no. 08205.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 08V315000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 14, 2008
- Filed by
- GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 08205
- Owner notification
- July 30, 2008
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 567
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Chevrolet Express (2008): 2008
- GMC Savana (2008): 2008
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