The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·11V221000·Announced 2011-04-06

General Motors Recalls 2011 Chevrolet Cruze for Steering Wheel Defect

General Motors is recalling 2011 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles because the steering wheel may detach from the column, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where the steering wheel may detach, leading to a loss of vehicle control and increased crash risk, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects.

Plain-English summary

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.

If the steering wheel detaches while driving, the driver could lose the ability to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Dealers will inspect the vehicles to ensure the steering wheel is assembled properly. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on April 7, 2011. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or visit the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

The recalled product

Product
CHEVROLET CRUZE
Brand
CHEVROLET
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
2,100

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • CRUZE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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