GM India recalls 114,000 Chevrolet Taveras

July 25, 2013: General Motors India (GMI) has announced that the recall of the Chevrolet Tavera BS 3, 2.5-litre variant as well as the BS 4 two-litre variant from model years 2005-2013. The recall is to address emissions and specification issues.

In a press release, the company said that 114,000 vehicles are affected and the rectification be provided repair free of charge at the company’s 280 dealerships.

The Tavera sells between 1,500 to 2,000 units every month, an overwhelming number being B3 compliant.

A surprise check by ARAI authorities in early July had found that BS 3 Tavera diesels rolling off the assembly lines were not meeting emission norms. The Tavera rolls out of GM India’s Halol plant in Gujarat.

GMI has informed government authorities of an emissions issue involving the Tavera BS 3 model and an issue with the Tavera BS 4 meeting certain specifications. Production and sale of the Tavera BS 3 was stopped on June 4 and that of the Tavera BS 4 on July 2. The issues are not safety-related, the company has clarified.

GM India says it has identified a solution to the issues and performed the required engineering validation. It is awaiting regulatory approvals. After the proposed solution receives approval, Tavera production and sale will be resumed.

The Tavera is largely used by the taxi and tour operator market. Just over 20,000 units were sold in 2012-13.