Tag: NHTSA

Tag: NHTSA

2024 GMC Sierra HD and Chevrolet Silverado HD recalled by NHTSA

2024

2024 Silverado HD & Sierra HD Facing Steering Shaft Recall

General Motors is recalling 3,893 2024 Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD pickups due to an improperly heat-treated steering shaft. The defective part may crack and fracture, causing a loss of steering. According to CarScoops, it was one of GM’s quality engineers who discovered the problem during a routine alignment. A report was filed with… Continue reading 2024 Silverado HD & Sierra HD Facing Steering Shaft Recall

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Four 2022 Chevrolet Vehicles to Undergo NHTSA Testing

The 2022 model year is shaping up to be an exciting one from a new vehicle perspective, with several new trucks, SUVs, EVs, and more are scheduled to hit the market in the next year. That means the government safety testing agencies will be busy. This week, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released… Continue reading Four 2022 Chevrolet Vehicles to Undergo NHTSA Testing

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Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain Recalled for Potentially Faulty Tires

General Motors is recalling select Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain models over concerns that their factor tires may separate and cause a loss of control.   GM has made headlines in recent months with recalls over fire risks with the Chevy Bolt EV’s battery packs. At least this time, though, the recall has nothing to… Continue reading Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain Recalled for Potentially Faulty Tires

625,000 Chevrolet Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra & Yukon Recalled Over Seat Belt Concerns

2019

625,000 Chevrolet Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra & Yukon Recalled Over Seat Belt Concerns

If you own a 2019/2020/2021 Chevrolet or GMC full-size truck or SUV with a bench seat your front seat belts may not be fully attached. Chevrolet and GMC are recalling a large number of full size trucks and SUVs because a seat belt mount may not be connected to the vehicle frame. It’s estimated that… Continue reading 625,000 Chevrolet Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra & Yukon Recalled Over Seat Belt Concerns

NHTSA Rejects GM Bid To Sidestep Takata Airbag Replacement In Trucks

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NHTSA Rejects GM Bid To Sidestep Takata Airbag Replacement In Trucks

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has denied General Motors request to not replace airbags in over 6-million trucks and SUVs. Last year, in June 2019, GM petitioned the NHTSA for the fourth time, seeking to be absolved of any request to replace potentially faulty airbags in it’s popular full-size trucks and SUVs. The… Continue reading NHTSA Rejects GM Bid To Sidestep Takata Airbag Replacement In Trucks

2019 Chevy Silverado Zane Merva

2019

GM Issues New Recall For Soft Tonneau Covers On Silverado and Sierra

Does your 2019-2020 model year Chevrolet Silverado 1500 or GMC Sierra 1500 truck have a soft tonneau cover? If so, you should verify if a recall has been announced for it. NHTSA says the problem is that the original instructions may be difficult to follow, possibly resulting in the cover being installed incorrectly. The consequence… Continue reading GM Issues New Recall For Soft Tonneau Covers On Silverado and Sierra

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2014

Huge GM Truck Brake Recall Announced by NHTSA – Is Yours On The List?

General Motors has announced that NHTSA is mandating a safety recall for the following vehicles: 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Pickups (1500 / 2500 / 3500) 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade NHTSA reports that the amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time. The group… Continue reading Huge GM Truck Brake Recall Announced by NHTSA – Is Yours On The List?