DEFECT #1 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES: DOORS: LATCH

Description
Equipment description: aftermarket parts (rear sliding door latch, 14048271) for 1983-1996 chevrolet and gmc g vans equipped with sliding side doors.  These rear door latches will replace those latches that were improperly riveted.

Consequence
In the event of a crash, the door may open, increasing the risk of personal injury to occupants inside the vehicle.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect their records to determine the name and address of the purchaser of the door latches, and the dealers will follow-up with these customers to have the latches replaced.

Notes
Owner notification began june 30, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).