NHTSA Recall 17V116000: Electric power assist system (steering)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,085 vehicles. It affects 2017 Buick Lacrosse.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V116000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17085 |
| Component | STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Report received | February 23, 2017 |
| Owner notification | March 14, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The electrical connectors for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system may not be properly sealed. As a result, water may enter and corrode the connectors possibly resulting in a loss of power steering.
Safety risk
A loss of power steering may result in increased manual steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect correct the seal seating and secure the EPS connector seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17085.
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 17V116000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buick Lacrosse | 2017 |
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.