Recall 21V245000: 2014–2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2015–2016 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2014–2015 GMC Sierra 1500
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 8, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 2,568
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2015-2016 Chevrolet Tahoe, and 2014-2015 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have received an incorrect replacement tensioner cable assembly as part of a previous recall remedy or a subsequent repair. The flexible steel cable connecting the driver's seat belt to the outboard side of the seat may be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield as the driver enters and exits the vehicle causing the cable to fatigue and separate.
The risk
A broken pretensioner cable reduces the effectiveness of the driver's seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver seat belt lap pretensioner, free of charge. The recall began on May 5, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212330040.
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
- 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2014 GMC Sierra 1500
- 2015 GMC Sierra 1500
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V245000
- Manufacturer campaign
- N212330040
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Owner letters
- May 5, 2021
- Components
- Seat belts:front (Seats & Seat Belts)
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