CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING; STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit vehicles (PPV) and SS vehicles. Corrosion of the connector between the electric power steering module and the torque sensor connector may cause a loss of electric power steering assist.
- Risk
- A greater steering effort would be needed to control the vehicle if power steering is lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N192285350.
- 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
Corrosion in the connector between the electric power steering module and the torque sensor can cause a loss of electric power steering assist. Without that assist, the steering wheel becomes much harder to turn, making the vehicle more difficult to control and increasing the risk of a crash.
GM will notify affected owners, and an authorized Chevrolet dealer will replace the steering gear assembly at no cost to you. The recall began May 26, 2020. To check whether your vehicle is included, enter your VIN for open recalls, or contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit | 20152016 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Cheverolet SS | 20152016 |