Chevrolet · United States · Crit
Chevrolet Silverado, Avalanche 1500 +3 more: Power train — automatic transmission
Affects Chevrolet Silverado, Avalanche 1500, Express, Suburban, Tahoe · 2013 — about 55K vehicles.
The hazard
As a result, the vehicle may shift from Park with the ignition key removed or the ignition key in the OFF position. The vehicle may also shift out of Park without application of the brake pedal while the key is off. Either of these scenarios may cause the vehicle to roll away after the driver has exited the vehicle, resulting in a possible vehicle crash and/or injury.
What to do
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2013. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438. Cadillac owners may call 1-866-982-2339. GMC owners may call 1-866-996-9463.