Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

13V105000

ManufacturerGeneral Motors LLCReported2013-03-28Affected144 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured between December 9, 2012 and December 28, 2012, and equipped with a heated steering wheel. The steering wheel fastener may not have been properly installed. This could cause the steering wheel to come loose or separate from the steering column.

Risk

If the steering wheel separates from the steering column while driving, the ability to steer could be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and make any necessary repairs on the steering wheel. These services will be provided at no charge to the customer. The safety recall began on May 21, 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300. This is General Motors campaign number 13098.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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