Chevrolet Silverado: Seats — head restraint

Affects Chevrolet Silverado · 2014 — about 19K vehicles.

The hazard

If the vehicle is struck from behind, the head restraint may not properly protect occupants, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

GM has notified owners. Dealers will inspect the seatback recliner mechanisms and make adjustments, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC at 1-800-462-8782. GM's recall number is 13323.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational