GM Recall of Certain Model Year 2012 Chevrolet Express and Suburban Vehicles and GMC Savana and Yukon XL Heavy Duty Vehicles

Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—March 24, 2012.

Summary:  General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Express and Suburban vehicles, and GMC Savana and Yukon XL heavy duty vehicles.  The steering gear pitman shaft may not have been adequately hardened and could fracture.

Consequence:  If this condition occurs, a loss of steering could result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy:  GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear and, if necessary, replace…