NHTSA Recall 10V643000: Spindle (suspension)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,262 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Cadillac Escalade.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V643000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 100426 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › SPINDLE |
| Report received | December 17, 2010 |
| Owner notification | January 11, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade ext, chevrolet avalanche, silverado ld and GMC sierra ld vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
Safety risk
The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Notes
GM safety recall no. 100426.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V643000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cadillac Escalade | 2011 |
| Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 | 2011 |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 2011 |
| GMC Sierra 1500 | 2011 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.