NHTSA Recall 13V105000: Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 144 vehicles. It affects 2013 Buick Encore.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V105000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 13098 |
| Component | STEERING › STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
| Report received | March 28, 2013 |
| Owner notification | May 21, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured between December 9, 2012 and December 28, 2012, and equipped with a heated steering wheel. The steering wheel fastener may not have been properly installed. This could cause the steering wheel to come loose or separate from the steering column.
Safety risk
If the steering wheel separates from the steering column while driving, the ability to steer could be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and make any necessary repairs on the steering wheel. These services will be provided at no charge to the customer. The safety recall began on May 21, 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300. This is General Motors campaign number 13098.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V105000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buick Encore | 2013 |
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.