NHTSA Recall 13V105000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V105000; Date: Mar. 28, 2013
If the steering wheel separates from the steering column while driving, the ability to steer could be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Buick Encore
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: General Motors Llc
Affected Units:: 144
Recall Summary:
General motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick encore vehicles manufactured between December 9, 2012 and December 28, 2012, and equipped with a heated steering wheel. The steering wheel fastener may not have been properly installed. This could cause the steering wheel to come loose or separate from the steering column.
How to Fix:
General motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and make any necessary repairs on the steering wheel. These services will be provided at no charge to the customer. The safety recall began on may 21, 2013. Owners may contact general motors at 1-800-521-7300. This is general motors campaign number 13098.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 21, 2013
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