GM Trucks and SUVs Recalls
General Motors Recalls Nearly 600,000 Trucks and SUVs Over Sudden Engine Failure Risk
If you drive a General Motors (GM) full-size truck or SUV with a V8 engine, you may be at risk for a serious safety issue — and you could be entitled to compensation under California’s Lemon Law.
GM has just announced a recall affecting 597,630 vehicles across the U.S. due to a dangerous engine defect. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the V8 engines in these vehicles can suffer from unexpected engine failure without any warning signs. This poses a major risk to drivers and passengers alike.
What's the Problem?
The recall centers around manufacturing defects in the connecting rod and crankshaft components of GM’s L87 6.2-Liter V8 engines. These defects can lead to catastrophic engine damage and sudden failure — potentially while driving — with no warning lights or symptoms.
This means you could be driving at highway speeds when your engine gives out without warning, creating a serious crash hazard.
Affected GM Vehicles (Model Years 2021–2024):
Cadillac Escalade & Escalade ESV
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Chevrolet Suburban
Chevrolet Tahoe
GMC Sierra 1500
GMC Yukon & Yukon XL
What’s Behind the Recall?
The announcement comes as federal regulators are investigating reports of engine failure in GM’s best-selling models. The NHTSA launched an investigation in January 2025 after receiving at least 39 complaints from consumers who experienced engine failure in vehicles equipped with L87 engines.
In total, that investigation involves more than 877,000 GM vehicles.
What Is GM Doing?
GM says it will inspect affected engines and repair or replace them at no cost to the owner. Notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning June 9, 2025.
But if your vehicle is experiencing repeated problems, you may not have to wait for a recall repair — and you don’t have to settle for a defective vehicle.
What Are Your Rights Under California’s Lemon Law?
Under the California Lemon Law (Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act), if your vehicle has a substantial defect that impairs its safety, use, or value — and the manufacturer cannot repair it after a reasonable number of attempts — you may be entitled to a refund or a vehicle replacement.
This applies to:
New and certified pre-owned vehicles
Leased or purchased in California
Still under manufacturer’s warranty at the time of the first defect
Even if the recall repair is performed, if your engine has already failed or required multiple repairs, you could still have a valid Lemon Law claim.
Contact Naderi Law Group – Your California Lemon Law Experts
If you own or lease a recalled GM vehicle and have experienced engine issues, don’t wait. At Naderi Law Group, we specialize in helping California drivers fight back against auto manufacturers and get the compensation they deserve.
We offer free consultations, and you pay nothing out of pocket – we only get paid if we win your case.
Call us today at 323.834.9965 or visit https://www.naderilawgroup.com/ to schedule your free case evaluation.