The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500/3500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2007, to June 22, 2011, and GMC Sierra HD 2500/3500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2007, to June 21, 2011, and equipped with an auxiliary battery. Owners may unknowingly draw too much current through the vehicle's trailer harness resulting in the melting of fusible link for the auxiliary battery.
The risk
If the fusible link melts it may come into contact with adjacent components, damage the electrical center cover, the nearby wiring harness conduit and other vehicle components, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the jumper harness with one that includes a 40 amp inline fuse, and provide the owner with supplemental Owner Manual information, free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 14260.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 14V-407 (14V407000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 14260 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Electrical system |
| Report date | July 2, 2014 |
| Owners notified | August 29, 2014 |
| Vehicles affected | 9,371 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
- 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
- 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
- 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
- 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
- 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- 2007 GMC Sierra 2500
- 2008 GMC Sierra 2500
- 2009 GMC Sierra 2500
- 2010 GMC Sierra 2500
- 2011 GMC Sierra 2500
- 2007 GMC Sierra 3500
- 2008 GMC Sierra 3500
- 2009 GMC Sierra 3500
- 2010 GMC Sierra 3500
- 2011 GMC Sierra 3500
Owner complaints about the electrical system
- 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 electrical problems 11
- 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 electrical problems 23
- 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 electrical problems 9
- 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 electrical problems 2
- 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 electrical problems 9
- 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 electrical problems 2
- 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 electrical problems 6
- 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 electrical problems 1
- 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 electrical problems 1
- 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 electrical problems 2
- 2007 GMC Sierra 2500 electrical problems 5
- 2008 GMC Sierra 2500 electrical problems 3
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 14V-407 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the jumper harness with one that includes a 40 amp inline fuse, and provide the owner with supplemental Owner Manual information, free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2014.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 9,371 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.