Transfer pump failure may result in engine stall
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 chevrolet silverado hd and gmc sierra hd vehicles, equipped with 6.6l diesel engines and dual fuel tanks. in the affected vehicles, the transfer pump which moves fuel from the rear tank to the front tank could malfunction and cause the fuel gauge to indicate an inaccurate reading.
Safety Consequence
If the fuel gauge indicates an inaccurate reading it may result in the vehicle unexpectedly stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
General motors will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel transfer pump, as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. the recall began on may 30, 2014. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 and gmc at 1-800-462-8782. gm's number for this recall is 13420.
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FAQ: Recall 13V615000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V615000?
NHTSA recall 13V615000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on December 11, 2013. It addresses: Transfer pump failure may result in engine stall. The recall affects approximately 9,733 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 13V615000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13420/13421. 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.