Component
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT:STAND
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
What Happened
The jack in your vehicle is a metal tool used to lift the car when changing a tire. It's essential to use it correctly, as per the owner's manual, to avoid any issues.
Risk if Unfixed
If the jack is not used correctly and it breaks, the car could fall off the stand, causing serious injury to you or others nearby.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the jack with a new one, at no cost to you. You'll receive a notification with instructions on how to schedule the repair once the new parts are available.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Buick Encore GX and 2021-2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vehicles. The emergency jack, if not positioned as directed in the vehicle owner's manual, can fracture while in use.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fractured jack can cause the vehicle to collapse, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the jack, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owner of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 26, 2021. A second notice will be mailed once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A212335470.
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