Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe +1 more: Suspension — control arm

Affects Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe, Suburban · 2016–2017 — about 4K vehicles.

The hazard

Inadequate welds may allow the control arm to separate from the bushing, compromising steering and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front upper control arms and realign the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2016. Until the repairs have been made, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 42190.

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