The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2016 Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra, GMC Yukon and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. The front upper control arms may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.
The risk
Inadequate welds may allow the control arm to separate from the bushing, compromising steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front upper control arms and realign the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2016. Until the repairs have been made, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 42190.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 16V-256 (16V256000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 42190 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Suspension › Front › Control arm |
| Report date | April 28, 2016 |
| Owners notified | May 18, 2016 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,738 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
- 2016 Cadillac Escalade suspension problems 8
- 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV suspension problems 7
- 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 suspension problems 30
- 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 suspension problems 15
- 2016 Chevrolet Suburban suspension problems 11
- 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe suspension problems 19
- 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension problems 15
- 2016 GMC Yukon suspension problems 8
- 2016 GMC Yukon XL suspension problems 9
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 16V-256 repair free?
Yes. Cadillac dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front upper control arms and realign the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2016. Until the repairs have been made, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,738 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Is it safe to drive?
No — the manufacturer says owners should not drive affected vehicles until the repair is done. Contact a dealer to arrange towing.
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.