Recall 14V819000

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Report Date

20141224

Component

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles manufactured November 24, 2014, to November 25, 2014. Due to an improper heat-treatment, the rear axle shaft may fracture while the vehicle is being driven.

Safety Consequence

If the rear axle shaft fractures, the rear wheel may separate from the axle shaft, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axles, and replace any that were improperly heat-treated, free of charge. The recall began on December 17,2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet) or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14892.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2015	CHEVROLET	SILVERADO
2015	GMC	SIERRA

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.