GMC Sierra 3500, Sierra 2500: Electrical system

Affects GMC Sierra 3500, Sierra 2500 · 2007–2011 — about 9K vehicles.

The hazard

If the fusible link melts it may come into contact with adjacent components, damage the electrical center cover, the nearby wiring harness conduit and other vehicle components, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the jumper harness with one that includes a 40 amp inline fuse, and provide the owner with supplemental Owner Manual information, free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 14260.

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