GM Recalls 217K Vehicles to Fix Leaks That May Halt Travel

General Motors recalls more than 217,000 vehicles in the United States and Canada because transmission oil can leak, causing them to stop or catch fire

DETROIT – General Motors is recalling more than 217,000 cars and SUVs in the United States and Canada because transmission oil can leak, causing them to stop moving or possibly catch on fire.

The recall involves certain versions of the 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox and Traverse as well as the GMC Terrain. Also included are the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu and 2018 and 2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, as well as the 2019-2020 Buick Encore and Enclave, the Cadillac XT4, GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Blazer. The 2020 Cadillac XT6 is also covered.

GM said in government documents released last weekend that two bolts could be missing from the stop-start mechanism, allowing fluid to leak. The company claims to have received no reports of accidents, fires or injuries.

Dealers will inspect the mechanism and replace the bolts if they are missing. The recall is expected to begin on December 14.