Tie rod separation/loss of steering
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2014 chevrolet silverado vehicles manufactured may 23, 2013, through march 25, 2014, 2014 gmc sierra vehicles manufactured may 25, 2013, through march 31, 2014, and 2015 chevrolet tahoe vehicles manufactured january 29, 2014, through march 27, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the tie rod threaded attachment may not be properly tightened to the steering gear rack.
Safety Consequence
An improperly tightened tie rod attachment may allow the tie rod to separate from the steering rack, resulting in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Gm notified all owners, and dealers will inspect the inner tie rods to make sure that they are correctly tightened, replacing the steering gear, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on may 14, 2014. owners may contact general motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (gmc). Gm's number for this recall is 14204. note: owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been inspected and repaired. owners should contact gm to have their vehicles towed to the dealership.
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FAQ: Recall 14V246000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V246000?
NHTSA recall 14V246000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on May 14, 2014. It addresses: Tie rod separation/loss of steering. The recall affects approximately 477 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 14V246000 or the manufacturer campaign number 14204. 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.
What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?
NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.
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.