CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (C) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The rear suspension toe-links may have been incorrectly installed, and, as a result, they may loosen and disconnect from the rear suspension system.
- Risk
- If a rear-suspension toe-link disconnects, it may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear suspension toe-link assemblies, correcting their installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 25, 2017. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17168.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain rear suspension toe-link assemblies may have been installed incorrectly. Over time, the toe-links can loosen and disconnect from the rear suspension system.
If a rear toe-link disconnects, it may cause a loss of vehicle control, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle checked promptly.
The repair is free. Dealers will inspect the left and right rear suspension toe-link assemblies and correct the installation as needed. Owners may also contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (GM recall number 17168). You can check your VIN for open recalls at no cost.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Buick Lacrosse | 2017 |
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