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- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
- Risk
- Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.
- 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
Some vehicles may have missing bolts on the start/stop transmission accumulator endcap. This can allow transmission fluid to leak. Over time, the leak could lead to a loss of propulsion, which raises the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak near an ignition source may also increase the risk of fire.
If your vehicle is included in this recall, General Motors will notify you by mail. Dealers will inspect the start/stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing. The repair is free of charge at an authorized dealer.
You can contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006. GM's recall number is N202313440. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
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