Component
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT:STAND
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
What Happened
The emergency jack in your Buick or Chevrolet is a crucial tool for lifting your vehicle in case of a flat tire. However, if it's not used correctly, as explained in your owner's manual, it could break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the jack breaks, your vehicle could collapse, putting you at risk of injury when you're trying to change a tire.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the emergency jack with a safer, more reliable one, completely free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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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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