General Motors Co. has recalled nearly 462,000 pickups and SUVs equipped with Duramax turbo-diesel engines for transmission control valves that are susceptible to excess wear over time, resulting in harsh shifting, or in rare cases can cause the rear wheels to lock up while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

A transmission issue in some diesel engine vehicles can cause harsh shifting and rear-wheels to lock, according to documents filed with regulators.

General Motors will recall 77,824 vehicles as incorrect software in the transmission control module could cause the vehicle to move in an unintended direction, increasing the risk of a crash, the U.S.