Recalls for 2012 Chevrolet Silverado

DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Posted on: 2013-12-11
Description
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 chevrolet silverado hd and gmc sierra hd vehicles, equipped with 6.6l diesel engines and dual fuel tanks.  In the affected vehicles, the transfer pump which moves fuel from the rear tank to the front tank could malfunction and cause the fuel gauge to indicate an inaccurate reading.  

Consequence
If the fuel gauge indicates an inaccurate reading it may result in the vehicle unexpectedly stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
General motors will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel transfer pump, as necessary, free of charge.  The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.  The recall began on may 30, 2014.  Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 and gmc at 1-800-462-8782.  Gm's number for this recall is 13420.

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.

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Posted on: 2014-12-30
Description
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext, chevrolet avalanche, silverado hd, silverado ld, suburban, tahoe, gmc sierra ld, sierra hd, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles.  In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the start position.  

Consequence
If stuck in the start position, the ignition may suddenly snap back into the accessory position, causing a loss of engine, steering, and braking power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.  If the vehicle is in a crash, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ignition lock housing, as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began on february 12, 2015.  Owners may contact gm customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (gmc).  Gm's number for this recall is 14696 for the original equipment, and 14912 for the service replacement parts.

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.