Safety Recall NHTSA · 11V221000 Reported April 6, 2011

Steering wheel fastener

General Motors, Llc · N/A · 2,100 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
11V221000
Manufacturer Campaign
11094
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
2,100
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 6, 2011

Defect Summary

General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet cruze vehicles. during manufacturing the steering wheel could have been improperly fastened and may detach from the steering column.

Safety Consequence

Should the steering wheel detach from the steering column while driving, the driver could lose the ability to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect to ensure that the steering wheel is assembled properly. this service will be performed for you free of charge. The safety recall began on april 7, 2011. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 11V221000 or campaign 11094.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 11V221000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 11V221000?

NHTSA recall 11V221000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on April 6, 2011. It addresses: Steering wheel fastener. The recall affects approximately 2,100 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V221000 or the manufacturer campaign number 11094. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.