Buick Lacrosse recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 21, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

General Motors, LLC recalls 2017 Buick Lacrosse

Recall number

17V267000

Brand / firm

Buick

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 11,246 units

Why it was recalled

If a rear-suspension toe-link disconnects, it may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

General Motors LLC (C) is recalling certain 2017 Buick LaCrosse vehicles. The rear suspension toe-links may have been incorrectly installed, and, as a result, they may loosen and disconnect from the rear suspension system.

What to do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear suspension toe-link assemblies, correcting their installation as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 25, 2017. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 17168.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.