CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks. The battery positive (B+) cable rings may have been manufactured with excessive glue, potentially causing an intermittent electrical connection between the B+ cable and alternator.
- Risk
- An intermittent electrical connection between the B+ battery cable and the alternator could cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. The intermittent connection could also lead to electrical arcing, which could generate sufficient heat to damage surrounding material, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the presence of glue or other contamination at the B+ cable attachment to the alternator and clean the connection and reattach the B+ cable connection, as necessary. If arcing has damaged the cable, nut, or alternator, the dealer will replace the damaged components. All services will be performed free of charge. GM issued owners an interim notification on February 4, 2020. GM issued second notice and the recall began March 9, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192273510.
- 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
A battery positive (B+) cable ring may have been made with too much glue, which can leave an intermittent electrical connection between the cable and the alternator. When that connection cuts in and out, the engine can stall without warning, raising the risk of a crash. Arcing at the connection can also build enough heat to damage nearby materials, creating a fire risk.
Dealers will inspect the cable attachment at the alternator for glue or other contamination, clean the connection, and reattach the B+ cable as needed. If arcing has already damaged the cable, nut, or alternator, those parts will be replaced. All repairs are free of charge. Owners can call Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, and should check their VIN for open recalls at an authorized dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 20192020 |
|---|---|
| GMC Sierra 1500 | 20192020 |