Recall 16V160000

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Report Date
20160318
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Affected Vehicles
3 models

Defect Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicles manufactured May 15, 2013, to March 3, 2016. Corrosion of the connector between the electric power steering module and the torque sensor connector may cause a loss of electric power steering assist.

Safety Consequence

A greater steering effort would be needed to control the vehicle if power steering is lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 22010.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2014 CHEVROLET CAPRICE POLICE PURSUIT
2015 CHEVROLET CAPRICE POLICE PURSUIT
2016 CHEVROLET CAPRICE POLICE PURSUIT

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