NHTSA Recall 11V270000: Shaft sector (steering)
GENERAL MOTORS LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 128,911 vehicles. It affects 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V270000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 11149 |
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX › SHAFT SECTOR |
| Report received | May 6, 2011 |
| Owner notification | May 23, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet cruze vehicles manufactured from october 2, 2009, through april 21, 2011. The bolt attaching the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear input shaft may not have been properly installed.
Safety risk
This could allow the shafts to separate, resulting in the loss of steering. Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, and if required, repair the intermediate shaft/steering gear assembly to assure the bolt is fully seated and the shaft properly assembled. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 23, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or www.gmownercenter.com.
Notes
GM's safety recall no. 11149.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 11V270000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Cruze | 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.