Recall 11V339000: 2011 Cadillac Escalade, 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado +5 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jun 28, 2011
Vehicles affected
739
Models
8
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Gm is recalling certain model year 2011cadillac escalade, escalade esv; chevrolet silverado hd, silverado ld, suburban, tahoe; and gmc sierra hd, sierra ld, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft attaching bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.

The risk

This could allow the joints to separate, and the driver could experience loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Gm dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 13, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463.

Notes

Gm's safety recall no. 11191.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

Details

NHTSA campaign
11V339000
Manufacturer campaign
11191
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Owner letters
Jul 25, 2011
Components
Steering:linkages (Steering)

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