Chevrolet · United States · High
Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban +1 more: Steering — electric power assist system
Affects Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, Silverado 1500 · 2015 — about 1M vehicles.
The hazard
If EPS assist is lost and then suddenly returns, the driver may have difficulty steering the vehicle, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the EPS module software, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18289.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational