Victor Reinz 71-16286-00 EGR Valve Gasket - Valve To Heat Exchanger

Victor Reinz EGR Valve Gasket for GM Trucks

Victor Reinz 71-16286-00 is an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve gasket made for valve-to-heat-exchanger sealing applications. It is a direct-fit sealing solution for select Chevrolet and GMC trucks and vans from 2011-2016, including Silverado 2500 HD, Silverado 3500 HD, Sierra 2500 HD, Sierra 3500 HD, Express 2500, Express 3500, Savana 2500, and Savana 3500.

Built with OE-level gasket engineering from an original equipment supplier, this gasket supports reliable sealing at the EGR valve connection. Part number 71-16286-00 is also a practical cross-reference for Dayco 71443 in the same application.

Key Features

• Exhaust gas recirculation valve gasket for valve-to-heat-exchanger service
• OE-quality sealing technology from Victor Reinz
• Direct replacement for select Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and Silverado 3500 HD applications
• Also fits select GMC Sierra 2500 HD and Sierra 3500 HD applications
• Coverage for Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans in the same EGR location
• Part number 71-16286-00 for accurate ordering and lookup

Application Details

Fits 2011-2016 Chevrolet Express 2500, Valve To Heat Exchanger. Fits 2011-2016 Chevrolet Express 3500, Valve To Heat Exchanger. Fits 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, Valve To Heat Exchanger. Fits 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, Valve To Heat Exchanger. Fits 2011-2016 GMC Savana 2500, Valve To Heat Exchanger. Fits 2011-2016 GMC Savana 3500, Valve To Heat Exchanger. Fits 2011-2016 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, Valve To Heat Exchanger. Fits 2011-2016 GMC Sierra 3500 HD, Valve To Heat Exchanger.

What It Helps Address

• EGR gasket leaks at the valve-to-heat-exchanger joint
• Exhaust odor or soot around the sealing surface
• Loss of sealing integrity after gasket wear or removal
• Service issues during EGR valve or heat exchanger repair

Installation Notes

Clean both mating surfaces before installation and inspect the EGR valve and heat exchanger flanges for damage, warping, or carbon buildup. Verify the gasket orientation against the original part and confirm the application by vehicle year, make, model, and EGR location before assembly. For 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, GMC Sierra 3500 HD, and related GM truck applications, matching the valve-to-heat-exchanger position is essential for proper sealing.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier known for OE-level gasket engineering and broad coverage for foreign and domestic vehicles. Part number 71-16286-00 is built to meet the sealing demands of EGR service on Chevrolet and GMC applications.