KenHorse

I've Googled "gm recall", "gm engine recall", "gm corvette recall" and found nothing about rings (or even engine other than a recall affecting supercharged motors such as the G8).

Must be a rumor started by those Evo guys on Bullrun

108C6

here is a copy of recall
Document ID: 2244700
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#09043: Service Update for Inventory Vehicles Only - Excessive Oil Consumption - Incorrect Piston Ring - (Mar 9, 2009)


Subject: 09043 -- Service Update for Inventory Vehicles Only -- Excessive Oil Consumption - Incorrect Piston Ring -- Expires September 30, 2009


Models: 2009 Corvette

Equipped with a 6.2L V8 Engine (LS3)




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THIS SERVICE UPDATE INVOLVES VEHICLES IN DEALER INVENTORY ONLY AND WILL EXPIRE SEPTEMBER 30, 2009.

Purpose
This bulletin provides a service procedure to replace the engine on certain 2009 model year Corvette vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 engine. Some of these vehicles may have one or more incorrect oil control rings installed in the engine. This could result in high oil consumption.

This service procedure should be completed on involved vehicles currently in dealership inventory as soon as possible but no later than September 30, 2009, at which time this bulletin will expire.

Vehicles Involved
A list of involved vehicles currently in dealer inventory is available on the "Service Update Bulletin Information" link under the "Service" tab in GM GlobalConnect used to release this bulletin.

Important: Dealers are to confirm vehicle eligibility prior to beginning repairs by using the GM Vehicle Inquiry System (GMVIS). Not all vehicles may be involved.

Parts Information
The replacement engine needed to complete this service update should only be ordered from the Product Quality Center (PQC). Contact the PQC and request an engine assembly. The full 17-character VIN will be required. All removed engines should be held until a Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Request for Return is received. DO NOT SHIP AN ENGINE TO THE WPC WITHOUT AN OFFICIAL WPC REQUEST. If you do not receive a WPC request, contact Julie Cumo at 248-371-9939.

Service Procedure
Refer to SI for engine exchange procedure.
Contact the Product Quality Center (PQC) and request an engine. The full 17-character VIN and the 09043 bulletin reference will be required when ordering.
Caution: To avoid spillage when removing from the shipping container, do not tilt the engine excessively. Do not destroy the container as it will be used to ship the removed engine to the WPC. Check fluid levels after installation.

Refer to SI and replace the engine. The removed engine should be held until a WPC request for return is received. DO NOT SHIP WITHOUT AN OFFICIAL WPC REQUEST . If you do not receive a WPC request, contact Julie Cumo at 248-371-9939.
After the engine is installed in the vehicle. The following service procedure should be used to test the engine:
4.1. Disable the ignition system.

4.2. Crank the engine several times. Listen for unusual noises or evidence that parts are binding.

4.3. Enable the ignition system.

4.4. Start the engine and listen for unusual noises.

4.5. Check the vehicle oil pressure gage or light and confirm that the engine has acceptable oil pressure.

4.6. Run the engine speed at about 1000 RPM until the engine has reached normal operating temperature.

4.7. Listen for a sticking lifter or other unusual noises.

4.8. Inspect for fuel, oil, and/or coolant leaks while the engine is running.

4.9. Perform a final inspection for the proper engine oil and coolant levels.

Return the removed engine to the WPC following the procedures outlined in Bulletin 99 00 89 019E.
Claim Information
For vehicles repaired under this service update, use:

Labor Operation
Description
Labor Time
Net Item**

V2056
Replace Engine (inc. wheel alignment)
13.5*
$400.00

Add: Adjust Rear Toe
0.2

Add: Adjust Front Toe
0.1

* The labor time shown includes 0.5 for wheel alignment, and 0.2 hr. administrative allowance.

** The amount identified in the "Net Item" column represents the part allowance for the replacement engine.

not08crmanymore

WOW.So it is on the level.Thanks for printing that.

108C6

i would think gm will make the recall for all cars after taking care of dealer inventory

Motorhead-47

Did I read that right? $400.00 allowance for the dealer to replace the engine?

RRVettes

Dealer service centers don't make much money on warranty work. They make their money on out of warranty repairs, routine maintenance, parts, etc.

Motorhead-47

Unclear to me...does this mean they are going to replace the LS3's in ALL of the 2009 inventory or just those that exhibit excessive oil consumption? YIKES!

RicK T

I haven't seen any complaints of excessive oil consumption from '09 owners here. Have any of you noticed it?

Motorhead-47

Negative! No sign of it in my car. VIN #4370 and it's only seen 3,880 miles on it but no oil consumption issue noticed as of today! If they are doing this on existing dealer inventory that means cars with virtually 0.0 miles on them. Not good.

I just checked my calender and it's still two weeks until 1 April


I'm headed to the garage to check the dipstick!!!

MooseMan123

I took delivery on my 2009 back in November. Is there a list of effected VIN number ranges? Hopefully mine was built after the screw up but I'm a little concerned......

In my opinion this is a major issue if GM is recommending engine replacement. If it's applicable to my car, what's the chance that I can dump it on them and make them give me a new one? (Only have about 600 miles on it now) Hate to have some dealer rip apart my brand new car to replace the engine!!!

1FUNC5

me too

108C6

if you take it to a good dealer you will never be able to tell the engine has been replaced only you will know

Fastcar

I went through this same crap with my Z06 about 9 years ago!! I remember the BS from that horror show.

I gotta tell ya, if I gotta go through that circus again I'm dumping this one and buying a effin' Viper!!

ta70raiii

Wow!

This is bad news. I hope the issue is with a very small number of vehicles!

Snowwolfe

I'm guessing since my Vette was just built on 10 March I am safe since the recall was issued the 9th

Motorhead-47

Yeah right!...how much do you want to bet on what the build date of that motor was? Your car may have completed assembly on 10 March but I bet the motor came together long before that date! Don't count yourself out yet. We need to learn more about this recall and find out how widespread this issue is. It could be limited to a very small portion of the production run.

108C6

yes it could have been something that they just found on newer cars maybe a bad day in the engine dept.

Snowwolfe

Of all the potential luck seeing my previous Vette was an 01 (remember that ring recall?). But it didnt use excessive oil so am hoping the Vette gods shine down on me this time.
Good point about when the engine was built, I failed to take that into consideration.

J18369

Ah, so vehicles made after March 9th? Good thing mine was probably born sometime in 08 =]

calmtgguy

Important: Dealers are to confirm vehicle eligibility prior to beginning repairs by using the GM Vehicle Inquiry System (GMVIS). Not all vehicles may be involved.