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Recall 11V-221

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze: Steering (column); Steering.

At a glance

Campaign number
11V-221
Reported
April 6, 2011
Vehicles affected
2,100 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet cruze vehicles. During manufacturing the steering wheel could have been improperly fastened and may detach from the steering column.

The risk

Should the steering wheel detach from the steering column while driving, the driver could lose the ability to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect to ensure that the steering wheel is assembled properly. This service will be performed for you free of charge. The safety recall began on april 7, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-[removed], or at the owner center at [link removed]

Notes from the manufacturer

Gm's safety recall no. 11094. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles