Chevrolet Cruze: Drive Shaft May Fail

Recall Summary Chevrolet is recalling 552 Cruze and Orlando vehicles from 2013-2014 because the right drive shaft may break in the neck area, causing loss of power to the wheels. The vehicles can still be steered and braked if this happens. Chevrolet will inspect affected vehicles and replace the drive shaft if needed.

Recalling firm
CHEVROLET UK
Product
Vehicles: CHEVROLET CRUZE, CHEVROLET ORLANDO. Units affected: 552
Reason
It has been detected that certain MY2013 & MY2014 Cruze and Orlando vehicles equipped with tubular drive shaft may in some instances experience breakage on RH drive shaft neck area. This will result in loss of drive but the driver will still be able to steer and brake the vehicle. Remedy: Examine affected vehicles for type of RH drive shaft fitted. Where necesaary replace driveshaft.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2014-09-12
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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