Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 14, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

General Motors, LLC recalls 2019–2020 Chevrolet, GMC — 6 models

Recall number

19V814000

Brand / firm

Chevrolet, GMC

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 556,399 units

Why it was recalled

A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.

What was recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, and 2020 Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 vehicles equipped with carpet floor covering. When the front seat belt pretensioners deploy, hot gas may vent through an opening in the pretensioner bracket, possibly igniting the carpet.

What to do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will close off the opening in the pretensioner bracket, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192270600.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.