GM Recalls Over 368K Trucks Due To Engine Block Heater Cord Fires
Monday, May 6th, 2019 Auto SubrogationGeneral Motors is recalling over 368,000 pickups and other trucks worldwide after 19 reports of fires caused by engine block heater cords. The recall covers certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500, 5500 and 6500 trucks, as well as 2017 through 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500. All have GM’s 6.6-Liter diesel engines and an optional engine block heater used to keep the block warm in extremely cold temperatures. GM is asking customers not to use engine block heaters until further notice. The company said Friday that the electric heater cord or the terminals connecting the cord to the heater could short-circuit and fail. That can cause fires.
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https://www.staradvertiser.com/2019/05/04/breaking-news/gm-recalls-over-368k-trucks-due-to-engine-block-heater-cord-fires/
