GM recalls 117,000 vehicles

 

NEW YORK (CNNMoney)

GM(GM) said that it is aware of no crashes, injuries or fatalities connected to the problem.

The issue affects a small number -- about 1% -- of the 117,000 cars and trucks, GM said.

The chassis control module -- a part of the vehicle's electronics system linked to the braking, steering, and suspension -- could be short-circuited by small metal fragments. If this happens, drivers may see a warning, such as the check engine light, turn on. Also the vehicle may stall.

This year, GM has recalled an unprecedented number of vehicles. After disclosing a fatal ignition switch flaw that went unreported for a decade, GM(GM) scrutinized its older vehicles for possible issues and issued over 60 recalls. Not counting Thursday's announcement, the automaker has recalled 29.4 million vehicles in 2014.

Thursday's recalled models are:

-- 2013-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban.

--2013-2014 Cadillac CTS.

--2013-2014 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL.

--2013-2014 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV.

--2014 Chevrolet Traverse.

--2014 GMC Acadia.

--2014 Buick Enclave

--2014 Chevrolet Express.

--2014 GMC Savana.

--2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD.

-- 2014 GMC Sierra HD.

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First Published: October 2, 2014: 4:23 PM ET...