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NHTSA Recall 16V160000: Electric power assist system (steering)

General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,280 vehicles. It affects 2014–2016 Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit.

6,280
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2016
owners notified (May 11)
NHTSA campaign16V160000
Manufacturer campaign22010
ComponentSTEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Report receivedMarch 18, 2016
Owner notificationMay 11, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicles manufactured May 15, 2013, to March 3, 2016. Corrosion of the connector between the electric power steering module and the torque sensor connector may cause a loss of electric power steering assist.

Safety risk

A greater steering effort would be needed to control the vehicle if power steering is lost, 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 May 11, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 22010.

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 16V160000

Make and modelModel years
Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit2014, 2015, 2016

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.