NHTSA Recall 17V265000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V265000; Date: Apr. 20, 2017
A greater steering effort would be needed to control the vehicle if power steering assist is lost, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit; 2015 Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit; 2016 Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit
Component: Steering:electric Power Assist System
Manufactured by: General Motors Llc
Affected Units:: 823
Recall Summary:
General motors LLC (gm) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Chevrolet caprice police pursuit vehicles (ppv), previously remedied under recall 16v-160. The connector between the electric power steering module and the torque sensor may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of electric power steering assist.
How to Fix:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear assembly, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began may 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
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 15, 2017
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