(Reuters) – The Nationwide Freeway Visitors Security Administration stated on Tuesday that Common Motors (NYSE:) is recalling about 132,037 vans resulting from issues about tailgates unlatching unexpectedly.
The recall impacts sure 2024 fashions of Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra HD 2500, 3500 automobiles outfitted with power-unlatching tailgates.
Water intrusion might trigger the tailgate’s digital gate-release swap to brief circuit, doubtlessly leading to unintended unlatching whereas the automobile is in Park.
The U.S. auto security regulator suggested house owners of affected fashions to make sure that the tailgate is securely closed and latched earlier than driving.
GM didn’t instantly reply to a Reuters request for remark.
Sellers will exchange the outside touchpad swap assemblies without spending a dime, the NHTSA stated.
