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October 3, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19E066000
Tri-Fold Soft Tonneau Cover Can Detach From Bed
An incorrectly installed cover can detach from the truck bed and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 19E066
Manufacturer General Motors LLC
Components EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected 7,173
Summary
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain Advantage Tri-fold soft tonneau covers sold as accessory parts for 2019-2020 model year Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks. The original instructions may be difficult to follow, possibly resulting in the cover being installed incorrectly.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and will provide them with a cover tether kit and improved instructions and additional labeling. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 8, 2019. Owners received a second notice and the recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM’s number for this recall is N192261860.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.