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​Major GM Recall: Nearly 600,000 Vehicles Affected by Engine Defect

​Major GM Recall: Nearly 600,000 Vehicles Affected by Engine Defect

​General Motors (GM) has announced a significant recall impacting nearly 600,000 vehicles in the United States due to potential engine defects that could lead to power loss or complete engine failure. This recall affects several popular models across GM's Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC brands. Affected Models The recall encompasses certain 2021–2024 models equipped with the 6.2-liter V8 engine, including:​ Cadillac: Escalade, Escalade ESV Chevrolet: Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe GMC: Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL​ The issue stems from manufacturing defects in the engine's connecting rod and/or crankshaft components, which may have been damaged during production. These defects can result in engine damage, leading to a loss of power or complete engine failure, thereby incre ... read more

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GM Power Steering Recall: What You Need to Know

GM Power Steering Recall: What You Need to Know

General Motors (GM) has announced a recall affecting approximately 26,847 SUVs from the 2021 model year due to a software issue that may cause a sudden loss of power steering assist. This issue can make steering more difficult, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of an accident. Affected Models:Cadillac: Escalade, Escalade ESV Chevrolet: Suburban, Tahoe GMC: Yukon, Yukon XL What’s the Issue? The software defect can cause the power steering system to stop working either when the vehicle starts or while it’s in motion. When this happens, the driver will need to use significantly more force to steer the vehicle, particularly at lower speeds, which can be dangerous. If the problem occurs, drivers may hear a warning chime and see a malfunction indicator light on the dashboard. In some cases, restarting the vehicle may temporarily restore power steering. However, GM advises veh ... read more

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