Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
What Happened
Your 2017 Buick LaCrosse may have a problem with the electrical connectors that control the power steering system. This can let water in, which can damage the connectors and cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the connectors get damaged, you might need to steer the car by hand, which can make it harder to control and increase the risk of an accident.
Free Fix
The dealership will inspect and fix the connectors for free, and the work will be done at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The electrical connectors for the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system may not be properly sealed. As a result, water may enter and corrode the connectors possibly resulting in a loss of power steering.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of power steering may result in increased manual steering effort, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect correct the seal seating and secure the EPS connector seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17085.
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