GM Recalling 300,000 Pick Ups

Report Receipt Date: JAN 13, 2014 

Component(s): ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Potential Number of Units Affected: 300,000 

Vehicle MakeModelModel Year(s)

• CHEVROLETSILVERADO2014
• GMCSIERRA

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

SUMMARY:

General Motors is recalling certain 2014 model year Chevrolet Silverados and GMC Sierras equipped with 4.3L or 5.3L engines. When the vehicle is idling in cold temperatures, the exhaust components can overheat.

CONSEQUENCE:

The overheated exhaust components may melt nearby plastic parts and may result in an engine fire.

REMEDY:

General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine control module, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC at 1-800-462-8782. General Motors' number for this recall is 14008.

NOTES:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.