Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox: Seats — power adjust

Affects Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox · 2010–2012 — about 414K vehicles.

The hazard

If the driver's seat unexpectedly drops, the distraction and altered seat position may affect the drivers' control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14271.

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