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Recall 11V-491

GENERAL MOTORS LLC recalled the 2011 to 2012 Chevrolet Corvette: Structure (body, hatchback/liftgate, hinge and attachments).

At a glance

Campaign number
11V-491
Reported
October 3, 2011
Vehicles affected
5,755 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

General motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 chevrolet corvette coupe vehicles, manufactured from january 24, 2011, through september 1, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 206, "door locks and door retention components". The rear hatch hinges may not meet the load requirements specified in the safety standard.

The risk

The rear hatch could separate in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

GM will notify owners and dealers will replace both rear hatch hinges free of charge. The safety recall began on october 14, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Gm's safety recall campaign number is 11258.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