{"id":10555,"date":"2025-05-01T09:42:17","date_gmt":"2025-05-01T13:42:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.calemonlaw.com\/blog\/?p=10555"},"modified":"2025-04-30T12:53:22","modified_gmt":"2025-04-30T16:53:22","slug":"engine-failure-problem-affects-certain-gm-vehicles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.calemonlaw.com\/blog\/?p=10555","title":{"rendered":"Engine Failure Problem Affects Certain GM Vehicles"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>General Motors LLC (GM) has determined that certain 2021-2024 GM vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engines could experience engine failure problems. The issue is caused by manufacturing defects in the connecting rod and\/or crankshaft engine components, which can lead to engine damage and failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Affected Vehicles<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following GM vehicles are affected by this recall:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cadillac Escalade (2021-2024)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cadillac Escalade ESV (2021-2024)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2021-2024)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chevrolet Suburban (2021-2024)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chevrolet Tahoe (2021-2024)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GMC Sierra 1500 (2021-2024)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GMC Yukon (2021-2024)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GMC Yukon XL (2021-2024)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Problem<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GM&#8217;s investigation found that the connecting rod and\/or crankshaft engine components in these vehicles may have manufacturing defects, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rod-bearing damage from sediment on connecting rods and crankshaft-oil galleries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Out of specification crankshaft dimensions and surface finish<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>These issues can cause or contribute to bearing damage, leading to loss of propulsion and engine failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Warning Signs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drivers may be alerted to the condition prior to failure by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unusual engine noises (knocking, banging, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Illumination of the check engine light<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engine-performance issues, including:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hesitation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High RPMs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Abnormal shifting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced propulsion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No-start condition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Consequences of Engine Failure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the engine fails during vehicle operation, the vehicle will lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. In fact, GM has identified 12 potentially related alleged crashes and 12 potentially related alleged injuries in the U.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recall Repair<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dealers will inspect the engine and, as necessary, repair or replace it. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add higher viscosity oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install a new oil fill cap<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Replace the oil filter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Update the owner&#8217;s manual<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recall Details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>GM&#8217;s recall number: N252494000<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NHTSA campaign number: 25V-274<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on June 9, 2025<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you receive a notice saying your vehicle is affected, it is essential to take immediate action and contact your local dealer to schedule a repair. Remember to always monitor your vehicle&#8217;s performance and watch for any warning signs of engine failure.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>General Motors LLC (GM) has determined that certain 2021-2024 GM vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engines could experience engine failure problems. The issue is caused by manufacturing defects in the connecting rod and\/or crankshaft engine components, which can lead to engine damage and failure. 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