Control module: softwareRecall 21V-579 · Chevrolet and GMC vehicles

General Motors, LLC recall 21V-579 covers 2 Chevrolet and GMC vehicles for a control module: software problem, reported to NHTSA on July 29, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2022 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.

100%
Vehicles repaired2 of 2 · 2022 Q2
Vehicles affected22 models
ReportedJul 29, 2021Owners notified Aug 27, 2021
Complaints since3Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V579000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon vehicles. Dealer service technicians may have calibrated the brake system incorrectly, affecting Electronic Stability Control (ESC), traction control, Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), and braking while towing a trailer.

The risk

Overall braking performance may be compromised, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will recalibrate the brake system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1202; GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212340970.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

100%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2021 Q32022 Q2
2 models

Vehicles in this recall