Improperly torqued steering component fasteners
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2014 buick regal, cadillac xts, chevrolet camaro and chevrolet impala vehicles. improperly torqued fasteners may cause the steering intermediate shaft and the steering gear and/or the lower control arm and the lower ball joint to separate.
Safety Consequence
If any of the components separate, the vehicle may have a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Gm began to notify owners on june 27, 2014, and dealers will inspect the fasteners for correct torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. owners may contact gm customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (buick), 1-800-458-8006 (cadillac) or 1-800-222-1020 (chevrolet). gm's number for this recall is 14378.
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FAQ: Recall 14V409000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V409000?
NHTSA recall 14V409000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on July 2, 2014. It addresses: Improperly torqued steering component fasteners. The recall affects approximately 106 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 14V409000 or the manufacturer campaign number 14378. 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.