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NHTSARecalled Jun 10, 2021 · #21V440000

Emergency Jack can Fracture While in Use

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. A fractured jack can cause the vehicle to collapse, increasing the risk of injury.

Product details

Product
  • Emergency Jack can Fracture While in Use
  • 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice