American truck with an American name, but with a defective Chinese made part.
Chevrolet is recalling 2011 model Colorado pickup trucks because the automatic transmission gear indicator, the so called PRNDL, may incorrectly indicate the truck is in park when it is in neutral. The driver can remove the key but the pickup could roll away. The trucks also may not restart. GMC Canyon pickups are also affected by the latest recalls.
The safety defect in violation of FMVSS #114, which deals with the shift interlock design, is caused by a defective automatic transmission adjustment clip built in China.
GM dealers will install a new adjustment clip free of charge as required by U.S. safety regulations. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about 19 July 19. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463 or www.gmownercenter.com about safety recall 11181.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 11V337
