Recall 12V-112: 2012 Chevrolet Express, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban and 2 more

GENERAL MOTORS LLC recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Mar 22, 2012, covering about 6,159 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-112
Report date
Mar 22, 2012
Vehicles affected
6,159
Owners notified
Apr 4, 2012

The problem

General motors (Gm) is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet express and suburban vehicles, and gmc savana and yukon xl heavy duty vehicles. The steering gear pitman shaft may not have been adequately hardened and could fracture.

The risk

If this condition occurs, a loss of steering could result, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear and, if necessary, replace the steering gear pitman shaft. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on april 4, 2012.

Notes

Gmâ’s safety recall campaign number is 12055. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS LLC
ComponentSteering › Gear Box › Shaft Pitman
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V112000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Express2012All years
Chevrolet Suburban2012All years
GMC Savana2012All years
GMC Yukon XL2012All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V-112?

General motors (Gm) is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet express and suburban vehicles, and gmc savana and yukon xl heavy duty vehicles. The steering gear pitman shaft may not have been adequately hardened and could fracture.

How is recall 12V-112 fixed?

Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear and, if necessary, replace the steering gear pitman shaft. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on april 4, 2012.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.