Upper control arms may have insufficient welds
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 chevrolet silverado 1500 and 2016 cadillac escalade, cadillac escalade esv, chevrolet suburban, chevrolet tahoe, gmc sierra, gmc yukon and gmc yukon xl vehicles. the front upper control arms may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.
Safety Consequence
Inadequate welds may allow the control arm to separate from the bushing, compromising steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front upper control arms and realign the vehicle, free of charge. the recall began on may 18, 2016. until the repairs have been made, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782. gm's number for this recall is 42190.
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FAQ: Recall 16V256000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V256000?
NHTSA recall 16V256000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on April 28, 2016. It addresses: Upper control arms may have insufficient welds. The recall affects approximately 3,738 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V256000 or the manufacturer campaign number 42190. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?
NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.