Chevrolet, Gmc, Cadillac 2011–2012 Electrical System recall

Recalled December 30, 2014 · NHTSA recall 14V827000 · Chevrolet

Hazard

If stuck in the "Start" position, the ignition may suddenly snap back into the "Accessory" position, causing a loss of engine, steering, and braking power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. If the vehicle is in a crash, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ignition lock housing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2015. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14696 for the original equipment, and 14912 for the service replacement parts.

Units

84,192 units

Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position.

What to do

Product

Chevrolet AVALANCHE · Chevrolet ESCALADE · Chevrolet ESCALADE ESV · Chevrolet ESCALADE EXT · Chevrolet SIERRA · Chevrolet SILVERADO · Chevrolet SUBURBAN · Chevrolet TAHOE · Chevrolet YUKON · Chevrolet YUKON XL

Manufacturer(s)

General Motors, LLC

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →