Service email with recall 12138???

[AmazinglySmooth]

I just got a service reminder from my dealer saying that recall 12138 hasn't been completed. Anyone know what this is about? Is it safety related?

 

[yates ™]

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=GM+recall+12138

 

[StevenFromTexas]

I had a letter in the mailbox on 11-26-12 concerning the possible transmission dipstick tube problem. The solution for most of us will be to install a foam sleeve around the tube to absorb engine vibration. Why do I forsee many years from now the foam falling apart, the tranmission dipstick tube fatiguing and fracturing, and me having to pay for the repair?

I'll answer my own question: Because I'm Mr. Negative.

 

[doubletapdrew]

They inspect the tranny dipstick tube, replace it if it's cracked, and install a foam sleeve to dampen vibration. There had been reports of hearing it vibrate. Not sure how many are cracked. Mine wasn't. I think my dad's (2010) was.
Before you go in you may want to call ahead and make sure they have the foam in stock, I had to wait a couple days.

 

[GM Customer Service]

I just got a service reminder from my dealer saying that recall 12138 hasn't been completed. Anyone know what this is about? Is it safety related?

AmazinglySmooth,

I do not believe this is a recall. Would you please PM your VIN, so I may look into this further for you?

I look forward to your reply.

Louis
GM Customer Service

 

[Intimidator3]

It's most certainly a recall. Had the same issues on my Avy and Tahoe. The dealership actually aske me if I wanted them to take care of the recall on the dipstick when they were fixing my cracked dashboard...

 

[Parthery]

Type: Customer Satisfaction Program

Number: 120138

Original Nbr: 12138

Description: Transmission Dipstick Tube Fracture

Release Date: 10/24/12

I'm trading my 2006 in for a 2010 Denali and taking delivery this weekend. The "vehicle to be" is showing needing the same campaign....dealer had to order the parts.

 

[domin8]

I'm actually surprised they are only inserting a foam piece instead of using a real fix like they did for the 2005-2007 Cobalts with the 2.0 supercharged engine when they issued a recall for the engine oil dipstick vibrating lose.

 

[icecoldtexan]

My truck is included in that recall. My tube is not broken and since I don't trust dealers with my vehicle because they dented the bumper the last time I took it to them, I purchased the foam sleeve GM part # 24262134 for $3 online. Does it just slip over the top of the tube. can one of you that have the foam sleeve look at it and tell me where it goes ? Thanks

 

[PlazaEJ]

My truck is included in that recall. My tube is not broken and since I don't trust dealers with my vehicle because they dented the bumper the last time I took it to them, I purchased the foam sleeve GM part # 24262134 for $3 online. Does it just slip over the top of the tube. can one of you that have the foam sleeve look at it and tell me where it goes ? Thanks

Slide the foam piece, to just below the expanded section at the top of the tube. Then, zip tie it in place.

EJ