CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT:STAND
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
- Risk
- A fractured jack can cause the vehicle to collapse, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the jack, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owner of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 26, 2021. A second notice will be mailed once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A212335470.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The emergency jack supplied with these vehicles can fracture while in use if it is not positioned as directed in the owner's manual. A fractured jack may cause the vehicle to collapse, which increases the risk of injury.
If you own an affected vehicle, check your owner's manual for the correct jack placement and follow it every time you use the jack. Dealers will replace the jack free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were expected to be mailed July 26, 2021, and a second notice will follow once remedy parts are available.
To confirm whether your vehicle is included, contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Buick Encore GX | 202020212022 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Trailblazer | 20212022 |