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NHTSARecalled Nov 23, 2022 · #22V874000

Hex Flange Lock Nut May Break

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet 4500HD/5500HD/6500HD vehicles. The hex flange lock nuts used in the suspension and steering joints, were improperly heat treated and may break. Broken hex flange lock nuts may cause a loss of tension, leading to steering instability, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Hex Flange Lock Nut May Break
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will replace the hex flange lock nuts as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed December 27, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222391080.

View the official CPSC notice