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CHEVROLET, GMC — recall

Automotive · Canada · 2024-11-26

Chevrolet, GMC trucks tailgate switch water leak causes unexpected opening

Country	Canada
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-11-26
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS
Models affected	SILVERADO HD, SIERRA HD
Model year	2024
Units affected	17899
Defect	On certain trucks, water could leak into the exterior tailgate switch. As a result, the tailgate could unlatch and open unexpectedly while parked. If this happens, cargo that is not secured could fall out of the truck bed and onto the road when the vehicle is moving._x000D_ Note: This recall only affects trucks equipped with a power-locking tailgate. This recall is an expansion of GM recall no. N232426400 (Transport Canada recall no. 2024-061._x000D_ Cargo that falls from the truck bed could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.
Component	Structure
Remedy	General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to replace the exterior tailgate switch. To reduce the safety risk, General Motors recommends that you should inspect the tailgate to ensure it's closed and latched before driving.
Recall number	2024-720
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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