General Motors recalls 877K full-size trucks, SUVs over faulty engine as stock sinks

Core Viewpoint - General Motors (GM) has announced a significant recall of approximately 877,000 full-size trucks and SUVs due to potential internal defects in the 6.2-liter V-8 engine, which could lead to serious engine damage or failure [1][4][6]. Group 1: Recall Details - The recall affects a range of high-demand models from the 2021 through 2024 model years, including the Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL [5][6][12]. - The issue is attributed to internal manufacturing defects involving key engine components such as the crankshaft and connecting rods, which may have been damaged during production [6][8]. - GM has mandated inspections for all recalled vehicles, with engines passing inspection receiving an oil filter and oil cap replacement, along with a switch to higher-viscosity 0W-40 motor oil [8][9]. Group 2: Financial Impact - GM's stock fell by nearly 2% following the recall announcement and the company's decision to pull its earnings guidance for 2025, alongside freezing $4 billion in share buybacks due to uncertainties related to tariffs [1][5]. - In the most recent quarter, GM reported an EBITDA of $3.49 billion, surpassing analyst estimates of $3.45 billion but lower than the $3.87 billion reported in the same period the previous year [4]. Group 3: Regulatory and Customer Communication - The recall follows an investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which received at least 39 complaints related to engine failures in GM vehicles with the 6.2-liter V-8 engine [12][13]. - GM will notify owners of the recalled vehicles in the coming weeks with instructions on how to proceed [14].