2014 Chevrolet Corvette recall: shock absorber
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall on June 26, 2014. It covers about 1,939 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,939
- reported
- Jun 26, 2014
- owners notified
- Aug 18, 2014
- related complaints
- 4
Suspension: rear: shock absorber
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured February 12, 2014, to March 14, 2014. Due to an improper weld on the rear shock absorbers, the shock absorber tubes may separate from the shock absorber clevis brackets resulting in a sudden change in vehicle handling.
- Risk
- A sudden change in vehicle handling increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both of the rear shock absorbers, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1- 800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is 14302.
Recall number 14V377000
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Corvette 2014 2014
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about suspension problems.
Questions about recall 14V377000
Is there a recall on the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette shock absorber?
Yes. Recall 14V377000, reported on June 26, 2014, covers about 1,939 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 14V377000?
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both of the rear shock absorbers, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1- 800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is 14302.
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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