TSB: CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, SIERRA 1500, SILVERADO 1500, SUBURBAN, TAHOE, YUKON, YUKON DENALI, YUKON DENALI XL, YUKON XL (2014–2015)
Bulletin PIT5213C — July 1, 2014
Bulletin Details
| Bulletin ID | PIT5213C |
| Manufacturer | CADILLAC |
| Models | ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, SIERRA 1500, SILVERADO 1500, SUBURBAN, TAHOE, YUKON, YUKON DENALI, YUKON DENALI XL, YUKON XL |
| Model Years | 2014–2015 |
| Date Issued | July 1, 2014 |
| Date Added to NHTSA | December 4, 2023 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Vehicles Affected | 32 combinations |
What is a TSB?
A Technical Service Bulletin is a document issued by the vehicle manufacturer to inform dealership technicians about a known issue and the recommended repair procedure. TSBs are not mandatory recalls — they serve as repair guidance for common problems.
If your vehicle has this issue, bring this bulletin ID to your dealer. If under warranty, the repair should be covered at no cost.
Summary
Electric Power Steering Gear Has Ended.
Affected Vehicles
| Make | Model | Year | Component |
|---|---|---|---|
| CADILLAC | ESCALADE | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| CADILLAC | ESCALADE | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| CADILLAC | ESCALADE | 2015 | 016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| CADILLAC | ESCALADE | 2015 | 013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| CADILLAC | ESCALADE ESV | 2015 | 013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| CADILLAC | ESCALADE ESV | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| CADILLAC | ESCALADE ESV | 2015 | 016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 1500 | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| CHEVROLET | SUBURBAN | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| CHEVROLET | SUBURBAN | 2015 | 016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| CHEVROLET | SUBURBAN | 2015 | 013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| CHEVROLET | SUBURBAN | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| CHEVROLET | TAHOE | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| CHEVROLET | TAHOE | 2015 | 013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| CHEVROLET | TAHOE | 2015 | 016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| CHEVROLET | TAHOE | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| GMC | YUKON | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| GMC | YUKON | 2015 | 016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| GMC | YUKON | 2015 | 013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| GMC | YUKON | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| GMC | YUKON DENALI | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| GMC | YUKON DENALI XL | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| GMC | YUKON XL | 2015 | 013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| GMC | YUKON XL | 2015 | 016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| GMC | YUKON XL | 2015 | 010000 STEERING |
| GMC | SIERRA 1500 | 2014 | 016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| GMC | SIERRA 1500 | 2014 | 013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| GMC | SIERRA 1500 | 2014 | 010000 STEERING |
| GMC | SIERRA 1500 | 2014 | 010000 STEERING |
| CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 1500 | 2014 | 016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 1500 | 2014 | 013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 1500 | 2014 | 010000 STEERING |
Related CADILLAC Recalls
What Should You Do?
If your vehicle is affected by this TSB, contact your authorized CADILLAC dealer. Bring this bulletin ID (PIT5213C) when you visit. If under warranty, the repair should be free. If your warranty has expired, ask about goodwill coverage — manufacturers sometimes cover TSB-related repairs beyond the warranty period.
Frequently Asked Questions
A recall is a mandatory safety fix — the manufacturer must repair every affected vehicle for free. A TSB is an advisory document that describes a known issue and the recommended fix, but repairs are not required. However, some TSBs eventually lead to recalls if the issue poses a safety risk. TSBs are generally issued for quality or performance problems, while recalls address safety defects.
If your vehicle is still under the manufacturer's warranty, TSB-related repairs are typically covered at no cost. If your warranty has expired, you can ask the dealer about goodwill or customer assistance programs. Many manufacturers will cover or partially cover repairs for well-known issues, especially if the TSB was issued recently or affects a large number of vehicles.
Check the make, model, and model year listed above against your vehicle. If they match, this bulletin likely applies. However, TSBs may only affect vehicles with specific production dates, VIN ranges, or configurations. Your dealer can confirm by entering your VIN into their service system, which will show all applicable TSBs and recalls.
This data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Manufacturers are required to submit copies of all communications (including TSBs) sent to their dealers to NHTSA. The agency makes this data publicly available as part of its vehicle safety monitoring program.