General Motors recalls nearly 80,000 over transmission safety issue: See affected models
General Motors (GM) is recalling nearly 80,000 vehicles due to a safety issue with the transmission.
The recall involves some 2022-2023 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported.
There are 54,722 Chevrolet Express vehicles affected by the recall and 23,102 GMC Savana vehicles affected by it.
Incorrect software in the transmission control module may result in reduced power, unintended deceleration, rear-wheel lockup, or cause the vehicle to move in an unintended direction, the NHTSA said.
If the rear wheels lock up momentarily while driving or the vehicle moves in an unintended direction at low speeds, the vehicle regulator reported, there is increased risk of a crash.
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When will I be notified if my GM has a recall?
Dealers were notified on Nov. 7.
Owner notification is estimated to start on Dec. 23.
Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.
GM's number for this recall is N242471620.
GM issued another recall
The recall comes about the same time GM recalled more than 461,000 cars for a rear wheel lock-up issue. Affected models include:
- 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500
- 2020-2022 GMC Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500
- 2021 Cadillac Escalade
- 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV
- 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2021 Chevrolet Suburban
- 2021 GMC Yukon
- 2021 GMC Yukon XL
Check to see if your car is recalled
Car owners looking to check the status of their vehicles can enter their information into the NHTSA recall check or check Paste BN's recall database for car and motor vehicle recalls.
Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for Paste BN. Reach her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her on X @nataliealund.