A greater steering effort would be needed to control the vehicle if power steering is lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

Steering — Electric Power Assist System

Date Announced

JUN 15, 2017

Vehicles Affected

6,204

Chevrolet Recall #

17248

NHTSA Campaign #

17V382000

Summary

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Chevrolet SS vehicles. Corrosion of the connector between the electric power steering module and the torque sensor connector may cause a loss of electric power steering assist.

Actions

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear assembly, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17248.

Documents (10)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: June 15, 2017 Subject: Stop Delivery Order for Upcoming Safety Recall 17248
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: June 22, 2017 Subject: Upcoming Safety Recall 17036 Passenger Presence System Temporary Repair for Customer Vehicles Only Labor Codes Updated
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: August 2, 2017 Subject: 17248 - Safety Recall Loss of Steering Assist
• Safety Bulletin - Reference Number: A162070110 Release Date: August 2017
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2017-4
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Chronology
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2017-3