Recall 16V256000: 2016 Cadillac Escalade, 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 2016–2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 +5 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Do not drive: NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners not to drive these vehicles until the remedy is completed.

Report date
Apr 28, 2016
Vehicles affected
3,738
Models
8
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2016 Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra, GMC Yukon and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. The front upper control arms may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.

The risk

Inadequate welds may allow the control arm to separate from the bushing, compromising steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front upper control arms and realign the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2016. Until the repairs have been made, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 42190.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
16V256000
Manufacturer campaign
42190
Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
Owner letters
May 18, 2016
Components
Suspension:front:control arm (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