The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·21V188000·Announced 2021-03-18

Chevrolet 2021 Camaro Axle Shaft Separation Defect Recall

General Motors is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles because the left or right axle shaft may be missing a retaining ring, which could separate during driving and cause loss of power, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (missing axle-shaft retaining ring) that could cause loss of drive power and increased crash risk. However, no injuries or deaths are reported in the source text, placing this in the 'risk-of-harm' category where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles due to a potential defect in the axle shaft component. The left or right axle shaft may be missing a retaining ring, which could allow the shaft to separate while the vehicle is in operation.

A separated axle shaft can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. This recall affects approximately 8 vehicles and began on April 21, 2021.

General Motors will notify owners and replace the affected axle shaft free of charge. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
CHEVROLET CAMARO
Brand
CHEVROLET
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Powertrain / Axle Assembly
Hazard
Affected units
8

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)

  • CAMARO

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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