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has issued a recall on 324,226 diesel
that could be susceptible to short circuits, and consequently, potential fire. The recall affects several models of heavy duty
Silverados and
Sierras with optional engine block heaters.
is
seven different truck models spread across three years. The recall affects the 2017-2019 Chevrolet
, 2017-2019
, 2019 Silverado 4500HD, 2019 Silverado 5500HD, and 2019 Silverado 6500HD, plus the
and 2017-2019
. Specifically, it includes these models with the 6.6-liter Duramax
engines and the optional engine block heater.
The recall technically deals not with the engine block heater itself, but the way it is connected. According to
campaign No.
, the engine block heater cord or the terminals that link the cord to the heater could short circuit. A short circuit could potentially damage engine components and result in a fire. According to
, 19 fires have been reported but nobody has been injured.
GM has yet to figure out a fix, and thus has not yet released a notification schedule for affected customers. If you believe your vehicle is part of the recall, contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733 and use reference number N182206310.
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