2012 Chevrolet Impala recall: hose, piping, and connections
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall on August 5, 2011. It covers about 10,344 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 10,344
- reported
- Aug 5, 2011
- owners notified
- Sep 5, 2011
- related complaints
- 49
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- Gm is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet impala vehicles manufactured from april 19, 2011, through july 29, 2011. The upper power steering hose may have been misrouted so that it can come in close proximity to and/or contact the catalytic converter. With the engine on, heat from the catalytic converter may melt the power steering hose.
- Risk
- Power steering fluid could flow onto the catalytic converter, and an engine compartment fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Gm dealers will inspect to ensure that the upper power steering hose is routed correctly and make the necessary repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on september 5, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438.
Recall number 11V398000
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Impala 2012 2012
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 49 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 11V398000
Is there a recall on the 2012 Chevrolet Impala hose, piping, and connections?
Yes. Recall 11V398000, reported on August 5, 2011, covers about 10,344 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 11V398000?
Gm dealers will inspect to ensure that the upper power steering hose is routed correctly and make the necessary repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on september 5, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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