• December 30, 2014Electrical system

  Ignition Lock Actuator may Bind

  NHTSA campaign 14V-827 · 84,192 vehicles potentially affected · Electrical system

  The defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position.

  The risk: If stuck in the "Start" position, the ignition may suddenly snap back into the "Accessory" position, causing a loss of engine, steering, and braking power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. If the vehicle is in a crash, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

  The remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ignition lock housing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2015. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14696 for the original equipment, and 14912 for the service replacement parts.

• June 28, 2011Steering

  Intermediate steering shaft

  NHTSA campaign 11V-339 · 739 vehicles potentially affected · Steering

  The defect: GM is recalling certain model year 2011cadillac escalade, escalade esv; chevrolet silverado hd, silverado ld, suburban, tahoe; and GMC sierra hd, sierra ld, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft attaching bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.

  The risk: This could allow the joints to separate, and the driver could experience loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.

  The remedy: GM dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 13, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

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A campaign rarely covers every Silverado built in 2011. Enter your 17-character VIN to find the recall campaigns filed for your make, model and model year. The VIN is on the driver’s side of the dashboard (visible through the windshield), on the door-jamb label, and on your registration and insurance documents.

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Other Chevrolet Silverado model years

• 2016 2
• 2015 7
• 2014 13
• 2013 3
• 2012 2
• 2008 1
• 2007 1
• 2006 4
• 2005 8
• 2004 8
• 2003 6
• 2002 4
• 2001 4
• 2000 8
• 1999 5

Common questions

Does the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 campaigns for the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado: 14V-827 (Ignition Lock Actuator may Bind); 11V-339 (Intermediate steering shaft).

How do I know if my 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has an open recall?

Enter your VIN in NHTSA’s recall lookup. Most campaigns cover only part of a model year’s production, and the lookup also shows whether the repair has already been done on your vehicle.

Will the dealer charge to fix the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado?

No. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge by Chevrolet dealers. Quote the NHTSA campaign number when you book.