Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- Component
- Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 10
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2023-02-02
- Owners notified
- 2023-02-23
Defect description
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Blazer and Traverse vehicles. The left-side half-shaft assemblies may be missing a retaining ring.
Safety risk
A missing retaining ring on the half-shaft can cause half-shaft inner joint separation, resulting in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the left-side half-shaft assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222390180.