Recalls for 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES

Posted on: 2011-06-29
Description
Gm is recalling certain model year 2011cadillac escalade, escalade esv; chevrolet silverado hd, silverado ld, suburban, tahoe; and gmc sierra hd, sierra ld, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles.  The intermediate steering shaft attaching bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.  

Consequence
This could allow the joints to separate, and the driver could experience loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Gm dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification.  The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 13, 2011.  Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463.

Notes
Gm's safety recall no.  11191.owners may also 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 .

DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE

Posted on: 2011-01-11
Description
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles.  The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle.  Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.

Consequence
The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.

Corrective Action
Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge.  The safety recall began on january 11, 2011.  Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.  

Notes
This recall campaign is an expansion to 10v-643.gm's safety recall no.  10426a.owners may also 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 .