CHEVROLET CORVETTE 2014: SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V377000

Make Model Year
CHEVROLET CORVETTE 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2014-08-18 2014-06-26 2014-06-27

Production Dates: 2014-02-12 - 2014-03-14

Manufacturers Involved: General Motors, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 14302

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1939

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

General Motors LLC "GM" is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured February 12, 2014, to March 14, 2014. Due to an improper weld on the rear shock absorbers, the shock absorber tubes may separate from the shock absorber clevis brackets resulting in a sudden change in vehicle handling.

Consequence

A sudden change in vehicle handling increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both of the rear shock absorbers, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1- 800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14302.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.