NHTSA Recall 11V339000: Linkages (steering)
GENERAL MOTORS LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 739 vehicles. It affects 8 models including the Cadillac Escalade.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V339000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 11191 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES |
| Report received | June 28, 2011 |
| Owner notification | July 25, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
GM is recalling certain model year 2011cadillac escalade, escalade esv; chevrolet silverado hd, silverado ld, suburban, tahoe; and GMC sierra hd, sierra ld, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft attaching bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.
Safety risk
This could allow the joints to separate, and the driver could experience loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 13, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Notes
GM's safety recall no. 11191.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 11V339000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cadillac Escalade | 2011 |
| Cadillac Escalade ESV | 2011 |
| Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 |
| Chevrolet Suburban 1500 | 2011 |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 |
| GMC Sierra | 2011 |
| GMC Yukon | 2011 |
| GMC Yukon XL 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.