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NHTSARecalled Dec 24, 2014 · #14V819000

Improperly Heat-Treated Rear Axle Shaft

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles manufactured November 24, 2014, to November 25, 2014. Due to an improper heat-treatment, the rear axle shaft may fracture while the vehicle is being driven. If the rear axle shaft fractures, the rear wheel may separate from the axle shaft, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Improperly Heat-Treated Rear Axle Shaft
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Model numbers
2015 Chevrolet
UPCs

What you should do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axles, and replace any that were improperly heat-treated, free of charge. The recall began on December 17,2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet) or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14892.

View the official CPSC notice