Steering: electric power assist systemRecall 17V-382 · 2014–2016 Chevrolet Cheverolet SS
General Motors LLC recall 17V-382 covers 6,204 2014–2016 Chevrolet Cheverolet SS for a steering: electric power assist system problem, reported to NHTSA on June 15, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q4) shows 82% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V382000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Chevrolet SS vehicles. Corrosion of the connector between the electric power steering module and the torque sensor connector may cause a loss of electric power steering assist.
The risk
A greater steering effort would be needed to control the vehicle if power steering is lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear assembly, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17248.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
82%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 39 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 24, 2015 to April 27, 2016. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.