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Recall 20V-650: 2019–2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 1 more

General Motors LLC recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Oct 22, 2020, covering about 42 vehicles.

NHTSA number
20V-650
Report date
Oct 22, 2020
Vehicles affected
42
Owners notified
Dec 10, 2020

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 and 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 trucks. One of the driveshaft joints may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate while the vehicle is moving.

The risk

If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N202314870.

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.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerGeneral Motors LLC
ComponentPower Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number20V650000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Silverado 15002019, 2020All years
Chevrolet Silverado 25002020All years
GMC Sierra 15002019, 2020All 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 20V-650?

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 and 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 trucks. One of the driveshaft joints may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate while the vehicle is moving.

How is recall 20V-650 fixed?

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N202314870.

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.