Escalade / Escalade ESV / Corvette / Encore / LaCrosse / Caprice / Silverado / Trax / Spark EV / SS
Escalade / Escalade ESV / Corvette / Encore / LaCrosse / Caprice / Silverado / Trax / Spark EV / SS was recalled on 7 October 2016 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1236/16. Injuries risk reported by Germany. Due to a software problem, the frontal airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy correctly, which may increase the risk of injury to occupants in the event of a crash.
| Alert Number | A12/1236/16 |
| Brand | Cadillac / Chevrolet / Buick / GMC |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Model Number | European models: Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, EC type-approval: e13*2007/46*1479*00, type: K2XX; Chevrolet Corvette, EC type-approval: e13*KS07/46*1275*00, type: Y1BC. |
| Published | 7 October 2016 |
Risk Description
Due to a software problem, the frontal airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy correctly, which may increase the risk of injury to occupants in the event of a crash.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger cars.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Escalade / Escalade ESV / Corvette / Encore / LaCrosse / Caprice / Silverado / Trax / Spark EV / SS.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.