If EPS assist is lost and then returns, the driver might lose temporary control of the steering wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Steering — Electric Power Assist System

Date Announced

JUN 29, 2017

Vehicles Affected

690,685

GMC Recall #

17276

NHTSA Campaign #

17V414000

Summary

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The vehicles may have a temporary loss of electric power steering (EPS) assist, especially during low-speed turning maneuvers.

Actions

GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the EPS module software, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-432-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17276.

Documents (12)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: June 29, 2017 Subject: Stop Delivery Order for Upcoming Safety Recall 17276
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 2
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Recall 573 Report-amendment 1
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: July 13, 2017 Subject: Upcoming Safety Recall 17276
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2017-4
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: August 7, 2017 Subject: 17276 - Safety Recall Loss of Steering Assist
• Safety Bulletin - Reference Number: N172085440 Release Date: August 2017
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2017-3