Spare tire incompatible with accessory wheels
Defect Summary
General motors (gm) is recalling certain 2019-2021 gmc sierra 1500 and silverado 1500 vehicles equipped with certain accessory road tires and a 17" spare tire. the 17" spare tire provided with the vehicle is not compatible for use with the accessory wheels, which can cause the anti-lock brake system (abs) to not function properly under certain conditions.
Safety Consequence
An abs system that does not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will provide a new 17" spare tire and wheel assembly that is compatible with the accessory wheels, free of charge. dealers will also apply a new spare tire information label, and provide owners with an owner's manual insert clarifying which spare tire to use with the accessory road tires and with the 17" original tires. owner notification letters were mailed february 7, 2022. owners may contact gm customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or gmc customer service at 1-800-462-8782. gm's number for this recall is n212346510.
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FAQ: Recall 21V985000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V985000?
NHTSA recall 21V985000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on December 16, 2021. It addresses: Spare tire incompatible with accessory wheels. The recall affects approximately 626 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 21V985000 or the manufacturer campaign number N212346510. 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.