2021 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe and 2021 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL and more recall: Power train: driveline, driveshaft
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 22V036000
- Reported
- January 27, 2022
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Part
- Power train: driveline, driveshaft
- Vehicles affected
- About 1,789
What is wrong
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, and Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles. The rear wheel driveshaft assemblies may have internal components that were not heat-treated properly, possibly resulting in driveshaft failure.
Safety risk
Driveshaft failure can cause a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the left and/or right rear driveshaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. 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 N212351030.
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?
Cadillac Escalade (2021); Cadillac Escalade Esv (2021); Chevrolet Suburban (2021); Chevrolet Tahoe (2021); GMC Yukon (2021); GMC Yukon XL (2021). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Driveshaft failure can cause a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the left and/or right rear driveshaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. 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 N212351030.
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.