- General Motors is recalling 877K full-size trucks and SUVs with the 6.2-liter V-8, as the engine might be defective; a stop-sale has also been ordered.
- The recall list includes popular models like the Cadillac Escalade, Chevy Silverado 1500, and GMC Yukon—all of which are 2021–2024 models.
- The problem stems from internal manufacturing defects, and vehicles must pass inspection or possibly require an engine replacement.
Earlier this year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened an investigation into GM trucks and SUVs with the 6.2-liter V-8. This came after the federal agency received 39 complaints regarding engine failures. While that investigation is still open, GM has now reportedly recalled 877,000 vehicles with possibly defective engines and also issued a stop-sale order for affected vehicles in dealer inventory. Marc Urbano|Car and DriverMichael Simari|Car and DriverThe recall affects many popular vehicles, which include the following 2021–2024 models: Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; Chevy Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe; and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL. When equipped with the 6.2-liter V-8, they can experience engine damage that could lead to a loss of power or even complete engine failure.GMCThe issue stems from internal engine parts (crankshaft and connecting rods) that were damaged during the manufacturing process. As a result, all the vehicles involved in the recall will need to be inspected. If they pass the inspection, the dealer will replace the oil filter, oil cap, and add higher-viscosity 0W-40 oil, according to GM’s internal service bulletin for the recall. Engines that don’t pass inspection will be repaired or replaced.Car and Driver has reached out to GM for more details about the recall, and we’ll update this story with more information when we get a response.Other GM RecallsEric Stafford’s automobile addiction began before he could walk, and it has fueled his passion to write news, reviews, and more for Car and Driver since 2016. His aspiration growing up was to become a millionaire with a Jay Leno–like car collection. Apparently, getting rich is harder than social-media influencers make it seem, so he avoided financial success entirely to become an automotive journalist and drive new cars for a living. After earning a journalism degree at Central Michigan University and working at a daily newspaper, the years of basically burning money on failed project cars and lemon-flavored jalopies finally paid off when Car and Driver hired him. His garage currently includes a 2010 Acura RDX, a manual ’97 Chevy Camaro Z/28, and a ’90 Honda CRX Si.
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