Recall 12V112000: 2012 Chevrolet Express, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban, 2012 GMC Savana +1 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Mar 22, 2012
Vehicles affected
6,159
Models
4
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet express and suburban vehicles, and gmc savana and yukon xl heavy duty vehicles. The steering gear pitman shaft may not have been adequately hardened and could fracture.

The risk

If this condition occurs, a loss of steering could result, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear and, if necessary, replace the steering gear pitman shaft. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on april 4, 2012.

Notes

Gm’s safety recall campaign number is 12055. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
12V112000
Manufacturer campaign
12055
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Owner letters
Apr 4, 2012
Components
Steering:gear box:shaft pitman (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