NHTSA Complaint #11460899 — 2015 GMC CANYON

The contact owns a 2015 GMC Canyon. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact stated that the stabilitrak warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to park on the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that after restarting the vehicle, he continued driving to his destination, but experience the failure for a second time within 40 miles. The contact stated that he continued driving to his residence, while experiencing the failure. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the steering gear torque sensor cover assembly to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V213000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,500.