NHTSA recall 20V-142: Latches/Locks/Linkages

General Motors LLC · Reported March 12, 2020 · 4 affected model years

Latches/Locks/Linkages recall

20V-142
March 12, 2020 · General Motors LLC
Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The hood-latch striker wires may not have been heat-treated properly, possibly causing them to fracture.
Safety risk
If a striker wire fractures, the hood may open unexpectedly while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hood assembly, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192284960.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number20V142000
ManufacturerGeneral Motors LLC
Report dateMarch 12, 2020
ComponentLatches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
Fixed over the airNo

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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Affected vehicles

2020 Chevrolet Silverado 250010 recalls total2020 Chevrolet Silverado 35008 recalls total2020 GMC Sierra 25009 recalls total2020 GMC Sierra 35008 recalls total

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