Recall 22V874000: 2021–2022 Chevrolet 4500HD, 2021–2022 Chevrolet 4500XD, 2021–2022 Chevrolet 5500HD +2 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 23, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- 5,861
- Models
- 5
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet 4500HD/5500HD/6500HD vehicles. The hex flange lock nuts used in the suspension and steering joints, were improperly heat treated and may break.
The risk
Broken hex flange lock nuts may cause a loss of tension, leading to steering instability, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the hex flange lock nuts as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed December 27, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222391080.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2021 Chevrolet 4500HD
- 2022 Chevrolet 4500HD
- 2021 Chevrolet 4500XD
- 2022 Chevrolet 4500XD
- 2021 Chevrolet 5500HD
- 2022 Chevrolet 5500HD
- 2021 Chevrolet 5500XD
- 2022 Chevrolet 5500XD
- 2022 Chevrolet 6500HD
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V874000
- Manufacturer campaign
- N222391080
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Owner letters
- Feb 10, 2023
- Components
- Equipment (Other / Unknown)
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