Fmvss 102 & 114/shift lever & theft prevention
Defect Summary
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet colorado and gmc canyon passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.9 or 3.7 liter engine and a four-speed automatic transmission for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect," and federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, "theft protection." these vehicles may have been built with an automatic transmission adjustment clip that may not retain the shift cable in the correct position. if the shift cable is not in the correct position, the prndl shift lever may not accurately reflect the position of the transmission gear. the driver could move the shifter to "park" and remove the ignition key, but the transmission gear may not be in "park."
Safety Consequence
The driver may not be able to restart the vehicle, and the vehicle could roll away as the driver or other occupants exit the vehicle or have exited, resulting in the possibility of the vehicle striking them or someone around the vehicle, or could result in a crash without prior warning.
Corrective Action
Gm dealers will install a new automatic transmission adjustment clip free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 19, 2011. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
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FAQ: Recall 11V337000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V337000?
NHTSA recall 11V337000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on June 28, 2011. It addresses: Fmvss 102 & 114/shift lever & theft prevention. The recall affects approximately 6,768 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V337000 or the manufacturer campaign number 11181. 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.