NHTSA recall 17V265000
Steering › Electric power assist system
Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit
Reported Apr 20, 2017823 vehicles affectedGeneral Motors LLCMaker’s number 17167Built Jun 12, 2013 – Jul 11, 2016
The defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Chevrolet Caprice Police Pursuit vehicles (PPV), previously remedied under recall 16V-160. The connector between the electric power steering module and the torque sensor may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of electric power steering assist.
The risk
A greater steering effort would be needed to control the vehicle if power steering assist is lost, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear assembly, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.