Recall 21V-440: 2020–2022 Buick Encore GX, 2021–2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer

General Motors, LLC recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jun 10, 2021, covering about 135,400 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-440
Report date
Jun 10, 2021
Vehicles affected
135,400
Owners notified
Jul 29, 2021

The problem

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.

The risk

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

The fix

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.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentEquipment › Mechanical › Accessory Scissor/Screw/Bottle Jack/Lift › Stand
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V440000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buick Encore GX2020, 2021, 2022All years
Chevrolet Trailblazer2021, 2022All 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 21V-440?

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.

How is recall 21V-440 fixed?

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.

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.