NHTSA Recall 15V146000: Electric power assist system (steering)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,295 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Buick Encore.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V146000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 15168 |
| Component | STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Report received | March 13, 2015 |
| Owner notification | April 24, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured November 27, 2014, to February 24, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Trax vehicles manufactured November 18, 2014, to February 17, 2015. The steering column assembly housing may contact the power steering printed circuit board causing the circuit board to wear.
Safety risk
The circuit board wear may cause a sudden loss of electric power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the steering column assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15168.
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 15V146000
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.