GM Recalls 2011-2015 Silverado and Sierra 3500 Trucks for Fuel Leak Risk

Plain-English summary

General Motors LLC is recalling approximately 35,292 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. The recall addresses a defect where the low fuel level sensor for the front tank may stick, causing the rear tank to overfill the front tank.

If the front tank overfills, the excess pressure may cause the tank to expand and contact the driveshaft, possibly resulting in a hole in the tank. This hole will leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.

Dealers will replace the rear tank fuel pump or update the fuel-level sensor software, as well as inspect the front tank and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2017. Owners may contact GM customer service for Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or for GMC at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17399.

The recalled product

Product

GMC, CHEVROLET SIERRA 3500, SILVERADO 3500

Brand

GMC

Manufacturer

General Motors LLC

Category

Vehicle — Fuel System

Hazard

• fire
• fuel-leak

Affected units

35,292

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