Recall 10V643000: 2011 Cadillac Escalade, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 17, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 1,262
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade ext, chevrolet avalanche, silverado ld and gmc sierra ld vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
The risk
The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
The fix
Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Notes
Gm safety recall no. 100426.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Cadillac Escalade
- 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500
- 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- 2011 GMC Sierra 1500
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V643000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 100426
- Manufacturer
- GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Owner letters
- Jan 11, 2011
- Components
- Suspension:rear:axle:spindle (Suspension)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology