2021–2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer and 2020–2022 Buick Encore GX recall: Equipment: mechanical, accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift, stand
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V440000
- Reported
- June 10, 2021
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Part
- Equipment: mechanical, accessory scissor/screw/bottle jack/lift, stand
- Vehicles affected
- About 135,400
What is wrong
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
Safety risk
A fractured jack can cause the vehicle to collapse, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the jack, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owner of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 26, 2021. A second notice will be mailed once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A212335470.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Buick Encore GX (2020, 2021, 2022); Chevrolet Trailblazer (2021, 2022). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A fractured jack can cause the vehicle to collapse, increasing the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the jack, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owner of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 26, 2021. A second notice will be mailed once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A212335470.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.