NHTSA Recall 14V819000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V819000; Date: Dec. 24, 2014
If the rear axle shaft fractures, the rear wheel may separate from the axle shaft, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Chevrolet Silverado; 2015 GMC Sierra
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
Manufactured by: General Motors Llc
Affected Units:: 152
Recall Summary:
General motors LLC (gm) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet silverado 1500, and GMC sierra 1500 vehicles manufactured November 24, 2014, to November 25, 2014. Due to an improper heat-treatment, the rear axle shaft may fracture while the vehicle is being driven.
How to Fix:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axles, and replace any that were improperly heat-treated, free of charge. The recall began on December 17,2014. Owners may contact gm customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet) or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). Gm's number for this recall is 14892.
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: Dec 17, 2014
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