Spare tire is incorrect size
Defect Summary
General motors, llc. (gm) is recalling certain 2020-2021 chevrolet silverado 2500 and gmc sierra 2500 vehicles equipped with a 17" spare tire (rpo zhq or zxt) and either the 20" accessory road tire (rpo rem) or the 18" accessory road tire (rpo q2v). operating the spare tire with other 20" or 18" tires can prevent the anti-lock braking system (abs) from engaging.
Safety Consequence
An abs system that cannot control the rear wheels independently increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will provide the appropriate spare tire and apply a new spare tire information label, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on october 18, 2021. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782. gm's number for this recall is n212329780.
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FAQ: Recall 21V578000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V578000?
NHTSA recall 21V578000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on July 29, 2021. It addresses: Spare tire is incorrect size. The recall affects approximately 86 vehicles, with the defect involving the Tires component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V578000 or the manufacturer campaign number N212329780. 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.