Steering gear shaft
Defect Summary
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet cruze vehicles manufactured from october 2, 2009, through april 21, 2011. the bolt attaching the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear input shaft may not have been properly installed.
Safety Consequence
This could allow the shafts to separate, resulting in the loss of steering. loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect, and if required, repair the intermediate shaft/steering gear assembly to assure the bolt is fully seated and the shaft properly assembled. this service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 23, 2011. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or www.gmownercenter.com.
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FAQ: Recall 11V270000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V270000?
NHTSA recall 11V270000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on May 6, 2011. It addresses: Steering gear shaft. The recall affects approximately 128,911 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V270000 or the manufacturer campaign number 11149. 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.