General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #11V398000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V398000 by General Motors, Llc. Includes 10,344 affected units, POWER STEERING HOSE, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V398000

Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2011-08-05T00:00:00

Subject: Power steering hose

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 10,344

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 11224

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: Power steering fluid could flow onto the catalytic converter, and an engine compartment fire could occur.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V398000

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