NHTSA Recall 21V455000: Steering control module (steering)
General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 26,847 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Cadillac Escalade ESV.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V455000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N212333900 |
| Component | STEERING › STEERING CONTROL MODULE |
| Report received | June 17, 2021 |
| Owner notification | July 13, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. A software issue may cause a loss of power steering assist at startup or while driving.
Safety risk
Increased steering effort, particularly at lower speeds, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The power steering module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212333900.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V455000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cadillac Escalade ESV | 2021 |
| Cadillac Escalade NA | 2021 |
| Chevrolet Suburban | 2021 |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | 2021 |
| GMC Yukon | 2021 |
| GMC Yukon XL | 2021 |
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.