NHTSA recall 21V-497 (21V497000)
equipment recall reported July 1, 2021 - about 7,199 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V497000
- Also written as
- 21V-497
- Manufacturer number
- N212340735
- Reported
- July 1, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~7,199
- Component
- equipment
What is being recalled
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 GMC Canyon vehicles. The load carrying capacity printed on the Tire and Loading Information placard is 22.5 kg (51 lbs.) more than intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Why it is dangerous
An incorrect label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
GM will mail owners a new B-pillar label, free of charge. Owners may apply the label, or bring it to a dealer for installation. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 17, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212340735.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-497 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.