NHTSA Recall 15V442000: Steering
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Cruze.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V442000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 15386 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | July 10, 2015 |
| Owner notification | July 28, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured November 8, 2013, to March 12, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Volt vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the inner tie rod may not be tightened to specification allowing the tie rod to separate from the steering gear.
Safety risk
Separation of the tie rod from the steering gear could result in the loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15386.
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 15V442000
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.