NHTSA Recall 18V586000: Electric power assist system (steering)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,015,918 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Cadillac Escalade.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V586000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18289 |
| Component | STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Report received | September 7, 2018 |
| Owner notification | October 12, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade vehicles. Electric power steering (EPS) assist may be lost momentarily, followed by a sudden return of EPS assist.
Safety risk
If EPS assist is lost and then suddenly returns, the driver may have difficulty steering the vehicle, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the EPS module software, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18289.
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 18V586000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cadillac Escalade | 2015 |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 2015 |
| Chevrolet Suburban | 2015 |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | 2015 |
| GMC Sierra 1500 | 2015 |
| GMC Yukon | 2015 |
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.