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2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra recall: axle shaft

General Motors LLC reported this safety recall on December 24, 2014. It covers about 152 vehicles.

vehicles affected
152
reported
Dec 24, 2014
owners notified
Dec 17, 2014
related complaints
17

Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft

What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 14V819000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 17 complaints about transmission problems.

2015 Chevrolet Silverado

Questions about recall 14V819000

Is there a recall on the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra axle shaft?

Yes. Recall 14V819000, reported on December 24, 2014, covers about 152 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 14V819000?

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.

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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