Positive battery cable terminal may short
Defect Summary
General motors, llc (gm) is recalling certain 2021 chevrolet express and gmc savana vehicles equipped with 6.6l gasoline engines. the positive battery cable terminals may contact a fuse block assembly attachment post and cause an electrical short circuit.
Safety Consequence
A short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the repair is complete. gm will notify owners, and dealers will remove a portion of the anti-rotation tab on both positive battery cable terminals near the fuse block assembly attachments, free of charge. if too much of the tab had been removed during prior servicing, the battery cable will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began april 16, 2021. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782. gm's number for this recall is n202325160.
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FAQ: Recall 21V189000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V189000?
NHTSA recall 21V189000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on March 18, 2021. It addresses: Positive battery cable terminal may short. The recall affects approximately 10,154 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V189000 or the manufacturer campaign number N202325160. 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.
Why is this recall flagged for fire risk?
This recall has been classified as having a fire risk when parked. NHTSA generally advises affected owners to park outside, away from structures and other vehicles, until the defect is repaired.
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.