Chevrolet Express recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

September 21, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

General Motors, LLC recalls 2016–2018 Chevrolet Express, Savana

Recall number

18V655000

Brand / firm

Chevrolet, GMC

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 30,448 units

Why it was recalled

If the CCM overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire in the vehicle's headliner.

What was recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Express and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with a single, manual, rear climate control module (CCM). If the temperature is set to maximum heat or the mode knob is set to maximum floor vent and an electrical short occurs, components within the CCM may overheat.

What to do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the electrical insulation from a wiring connector within the CCM to remove the fire risk, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18299.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.