NHTSA recall 19V888000
Electrical System · General Motors, LLC
Details
What's wrong: The battery positive (b+) cable rings may have been manufactured with excessive glue, potentially causing an intermittent electrical connection between the b+ cable and alternator.
Why it matters: An intermittent electrical connection between the b+ battery cable and the alternator could cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. The intermittent connection could also lead to electrical arcing, which could generate sufficient heat to damage surrounding material, increasing…
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the presence of glue or other contamination at the b+ cable attachment to the alternator and clean the connection and reattach the b+ cable connection, as necessary. If arcing has damaged the cable, nut, or alternator, the dealer will replace the…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2019 Gmc Sierra 1500, 2020 Gmc Sierra 1500.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 19V888000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.