NHTSA recall 21V-455 (21V455000)
steering recall reported June 17, 2021 - about 26,847 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V455000
- Also written as
- 21V-455
- Manufacturer number
- N212333900
- Reported
- June 17, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~26,847
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. A software issue may cause a loss of power steering assist at startup or while driving.
Why it is dangerous
Increased steering effort, particularly at lower speeds, increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
The power steering module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2021. 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 N212333900.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-455 when calling a dealer.
Affected 5 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.