Recall 13V001 covers 54,686 2013 Chevrolet vehicles for park-lock and steering-column defects that let vehicles roll away. Repair is free at franchised Chevrolet dealers.
Chevrolet is recalling 54,686 2013 Silverado, Avalanche 1500, Express, Suburban, and Tahoe vehicles because a fractured park lock cable or malformed steering column lock actuator gear can let the vehicle shift out of Park with the key off and without the brake pedal. That rollaway risk can lead to a crash or injury, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The park lock cable and steering column lock actuator gear in the 2013 Chevrolet vehicles are part of the shift and ignition lock system. In normal operation, the cable and lock gear help keep the transmission shift sequence, starter interlock, and steering column lock working together. That system is meant to keep the vehicle from shifting or rolling when the lock system is engaged.
On affected vehicles, the park lock cable was built fractured or the steering column lock actuator gear was built malformed inside the lock module assembly. A fractured cable or misshaped gear prevents the lock module from doing its normal job. That means the vehicle does not meet the required shift-lock, starter-interlock, theft-protection, and rollaway-prevention functions.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the lock parts are already damaged, the problem is inside the lock module assembly rather than something an owner can reliably feel or see before using the vehicle.
Who's affected?
The list covers pickup, SUV, and van nameplates, with each model tied to automatic transmission and steering column components.
| 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | steering column |
| 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 | steering column |
| 2013 GMC Sierra | automatic transmission |
| 2013 GMC Sierra | steering column |
| 2013 Chevrolet Express | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Chevrolet Express | steering column |
| 2013 GMC Savana | automatic transmission |
| 2013 GMC Savana | steering column |
| 2013 Cadillac Escalade Ext | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Cadillac Escalade Ext | steering column |
| 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | steering column |
| 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | steering column |
| 2013 GMC Yukon | automatic transmission |
| 2013 GMC Yukon | steering column |
| 2013 GMC Yukon Xl | automatic transmission |
| 2013 GMC Yukon Xl | steering column |
| 2013 Cadillac Escalade Esv | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Cadillac Escalade Esv | steering column |
| 2013 Cadillac Escalade | automatic transmission |
| 2013 Cadillac Escalade | steering column |
| Units affected | 54,686 |
A matching 2013 model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A shift-interlock defect can let the vehicle move out of Park with the key removed, the key off, or without the brake pedal applied while the key is off. That creates a rollaway risk after the driver exits, with crash or injury risk. Set the parking brake and schedule service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Chevrolet vehicle is included in this recall.
- Watch for the owner notice if you have not received one, then call a franchised Chevrolet dealer with your VIN.
- Reference recall number 13V001 when you call so the dealer can find the steering-column and park-lock-cable inspection.
- Ask the dealer whether the steering column needs replacement. The free repair fixes the lock-module problem that lets the vehicle shift out of Park after the key is removed.
- Set the parking brake every time you park and avoid leaving the vehicle running or unattended until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chevrolet technician inspects the vehicle for the park lock cable and steering column lock actuator gear condition described in the recall. If the inspection shows the steering column is affected, the technician replaces the steering column. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Schedule only after the dealer confirms parts and campaign instructions for your VIN.
Timeline
| January 2, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 17, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V001?
Recall 13V001 covers 54,686 2013 Chevrolet vehicles with a park lock cable or steering column lock actuator gear problem. The vehicle can shift out of Park with the key removed or off, or without brake pedal application, creating rollaway crash and injury risk.
What should I do if my 2013 Chevrolet vehicle is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V001. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer and reference recall 13V001. The dealer will inspect the vehicle and replace the steering column as needed for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix this defect at no cost, and the remedy says dealers will inspect affected vehicles and replace the steering column as needed free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is vehicle rollaway after the driver exits. The recall says the vehicle can shift from Park with the ignition key removed or off, or shift out of Park without brake pedal application while the key is off, creating crash and injury risk.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies to used vehicles. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Chevrolet dealer with recall 13V001 so the service desk can confirm the inspection and repair path.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V001000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-630-2438 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V001 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V001000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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