GM recalls over 17,000 cars for a faulty part that may raise crash risk
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General Motors is recalling 17,050 vehicles related to a rear toe link fracture that could increase the risk of a crash, according to the National Highway Safety Administration.
NHTSA officials stated in a Feb. 26 recall notice that "the rear suspension toe links may have received improper corrosion protection, which can result in rear toe link fracture."
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Which GM cars are being recalled?
Why you should care:
NHTSA officials said the automaker is recalling certain 2012–2013 Buick Regal Turbo and GS trim-level vehicles that were sold or ever registered in Washington and the following states listed below:
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kentucky
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New York
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- Vermont
- Virginia
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
Are repairs available for the recalled vehicles?
What you can do:
Owners of these affected cars can take them to their local dealership and technicians will replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners for free.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration added that owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 13.
Additionally, owners can call Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N252537580.
The Source: Information for this story was provided by a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall notice. This story was reported from Washington, D.C.