General Motors has recalled nearly 600,000 Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine due to risk of engine damage/failure.
The recalls involves certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon and Yukon XL.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine.
For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install a new oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner’s manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 9, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM’s number for this recall is N252494000.
