Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
04V045000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 05/01/2003 to 07/31/2003V (Vehicle)6887506/18/2004MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.02/04/200402/06/2004571135
Defect SummaryCertain sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and passenger vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, ?passenger car brake systems.? some of these vehicles were produced with an out-of-specification brake hydro-boost housing relief valve bore.
Consequence SummaryConsequently, the valve o-ring seal may fracture. steering efforts may be slightly increased while braking or parking. under certain driving conditions, a fractured seal may require a slight increase in the applied brake pedal effort to achieve the same vehicle deceleration rate as prior to the seat fracture.
Corrective SummaryDealers are to replace the hydro-boost relief valve. the recall began on june 18, 2004. owners should contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339; chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; gmc at 1-866-996-9463; or hummer at 1-866-486-6376.
NotesGm recall no. 04004.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
35683568B10021133Service brake booster message. *kb03/13/2007
020526001B01/01/2005020526001C10006115Rear parking brake shoe retaining spring clip service kit for drum-in-hat (dih) equipped vehicles. *tt update. *tt04/16/2004
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT
04052500206/01/2007040525002D10022470Abs light on, dtc's c0265, c0201, u1041 set and/or loss of communication with brake module. (reground ebcm ground). *kb08/15/2007
01088E01/01/200401088F10004113Co550 code setting and or abs/brake light coming on intermittently. service vme. 2004 gmc denali included. *tt *mj *tt11/18/2003
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
02052500703/01/2005020525007A10014946Parts restriction program for vehicle stability enhancement system (stabilitrak). *tt05/12/2005
040523001A10/01/200404052300110011125Low brake pedal, red brake light on, brake system warning message on. *tt updated *eh01/03/2005
0205301/01/2004308010007739Information on resurfacing the park brake portion of the rear brake rotor. *tt07/09/2004
02052200409/01/200210000067Trailer brakes applied when headlights / park lamps are on, brake controller illumination. *tt02/12/2003
020522004A09/01/200202052200410000061Trailer brakes applied when headlights / park lamps are on, brake controller illumination. *tt02/10/2003
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
03052500705/01/2009030525007D10004310Antilock brake (abs) activation at low speeds (clean wheel speed sensor mounting surface). *tt updated 10/23/09. *pe12/02/2003
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT
03052500507/01/200410004368Service stability message and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) c0455 or c0550 set. *tt gm administrative messate. *tt12/04/2003
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
040525002B11/01/2005040525002C10008659Anti-lock brake system (abs) light on, diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) c0265, c0201, u1041 set and/or loss of communication with brake module. *tt update. *tt08/13/2004
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS
04052300608/01/200410011201Revised brake pads replacement-rear. *tt01/10/2005
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES
3637A09/01/2009PIT-3637D10018591Brake pedal assembly replacement bracket service kit. *tt updated 3/26/10. *pe01/06/2006
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST
0150101/01/200410005483Supplement brake assist noisy and may run continuously. sit bulletin 1402858. *tt03/01/2004

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
PE10010GENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/30/201001/05/2011Brake line corrosion failure
 The office of defects investigation (odi) received defect petition dp10-003 on march 2, 2010, requesting the investigation of model year (my) 2003 chevrolet silverado 2500hd 4wd pickup trucks for corrosion failures of the vehicle brake lines.dp10-003 was granted and on march 30, 2010, preliminary evaluation pe10-010 was opened on more than six million model year 1999 through 2003 light trucks and sport utility vehicles manufactured and sold by general motors corporation (gm).on july 2, 2010, odi received gm's response to an information request, which included gm's assessment of the frequency and safety consequences of the alleged defect. gm stated that:(1) the brake system of the subject vehicles is split front/rear and should a brake pipe suddenly fail for any reason, the affected vehicle would be capable of stopping with the pressure supplied by the remaining circuit; (2) the subject vehicles were designed to meet the hydraulic circuit partial failure requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards 105 and 135, light vehicle brake systems; and (3) should a brake fluid leak occur for any reason, the brake system malfunction indicator lamp (mil) would illuminate and warn the driver before the brake fluid level was low enough to cause a loss of line pressure.odi's and gm's analysis indicates that 85 percent of the complaints occurred on vehicles used primarily in states that use salt on the roads during winter months (connecticut, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin).overall the complaint rates per 100,000 vehicles for salt belt states is 43.0 and non-salt belt is 3.0.in approximately 25 percent of the complaints the brake pipe failure occurred suddenly, with no warning (i.e., no mil, brake fluid loss warning), and resulted in extended stopping distances.in 30 of these the increase in stopping distance that resulted was a factor in the crash and in 10 others the vehicle was intentionally steered off the road or into another lane of travel in order to avoid a crash.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea11-001) for subject vehicles sold or currently registered in salt belt states to further assess the scope, frequency and safety risks associated with sudden failures of corroded brake pipes that can result in decreased brake effectiveness. odi will continue to gather information on subject vehicles outside the salt belt as well.
PE10010GENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/30/2010Brake line failure due to corrosion
 The office of defects investigation (odi) received a defect petition on march 2, 2010, requesting the investigation of model year (my) 2003 chevrolet silverado 2500hd 4wd pickup trucks for corrosion failures of the vehicle brake lines.the petitioner alleged a sudden loss of brake effectiveness and extended stopping distance after a corroded brake burst during a brake application. odi has received 110 owner complaints for my 1999 through 2003 chevrolet and gmc c/k series pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, including 3 involving my 2003 2500 series heavy-duty pickup trucks.the complaints allege the loss of braking effectiveness due to brake line rupture because of corrosion.in 37 of these complaints, the brake line failure was confirmed by a dealer inspection.three complaints allege that corroded brake line failure resulted in a crash.a preliminary evaluation has been opened to determine the frequency, scope and safety consequences of the alleged defect in the subject vehicles.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
PE10010GENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/30/201001/05/2011Brake line corrosion failure
 The office of defects investigation (odi) received defect petition dp10-003 on march 2, 2010, requesting the investigation of model year (my) 2003 chevrolet silverado 2500hd 4wd pickup trucks for corrosion failures of the vehicle brake lines.dp10-003 was granted and on march 30, 2010, preliminary evaluation pe10-010 was opened on more than six million model year 1999 through 2003 light trucks and sport utility vehicles manufactured and sold by general motors corporation (gm).on july 2, 2010, odi received gm's response to an information request, which included gm's assessment of the frequency and safety consequences of the alleged defect. gm stated that:(1) the brake system of the subject vehicles is split front/rear and should a brake pipe suddenly fail for any reason, the affected vehicle would be capable of stopping with the pressure supplied by the remaining circuit; (2) the subject vehicles were designed to meet the hydraulic circuit partial failure requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards 105 and 135, light vehicle brake systems; and (3) should a brake fluid leak occur for any reason, the brake system malfunction indicator lamp (mil) would illuminate and warn the driver before the brake fluid level was low enough to cause a loss of line pressure.odi's and gm's analysis indicates that 85 percent of the complaints occurred on vehicles used primarily in states that use salt on the roads during winter months (connecticut, delaware, district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia and wisconsin).overall the complaint rates per 100,000 vehicles for salt belt states is 43.0 and non-salt belt is 3.0.in approximately 25 percent of the complaints the brake pipe failure occurred suddenly, with no warning (i.e., no mil, brake fluid loss warning), and resulted in extended stopping distances.in 30 of these the increase in stopping distance that resulted was a factor in the crash and in 10 others the vehicle was intentionally steered off the road or into another lane of travel in order to avoid a crash.this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea11-001) for subject vehicles sold or currently registered in salt belt states to further assess the scope, frequency and safety risks associated with sudden failures of corroded brake pipes that can result in decreased brake effectiveness. odi will continue to gather information on subject vehicles outside the salt belt as well.
PE10010GENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/30/2010Brake line failure due to corrosion
 The office of defects investigation (odi) received a defect petition on march 2, 2010, requesting the investigation of model year (my) 2003 chevrolet silverado 2500hd 4wd pickup trucks for corrosion failures of the vehicle brake lines.the petitioner alleged a sudden loss of brake effectiveness and extended stopping distance after a corroded brake burst during a brake application. odi has received 110 owner complaints for my 1999 through 2003 chevrolet and gmc c/k series pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, including 3 involving my 2003 2500 series heavy-duty pickup trucks.the complaints allege the loss of braking effectiveness due to brake line rupture because of corrosion.in 37 of these complaints, the brake line failure was confirmed by a dealer inspection.three complaints allege that corroded brake line failure resulted in a crash.a preliminary evaluation has been opened to determine the frequency, scope and safety consequences of the alleged defect in the subject vehicles.

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SERVICE BRAKES
12/04/20121364391
 On dec. 4, 2012 heading north on the nj tpke toward the gw bridge and got cut off. hit the brake and the dash board lit up, the brakes were failing, pedal went to the floor. i had no breaks. able to steer clear of traffic. slowed the car by lowering gear and pumping brake and entered the toll for gw in a cash lane in order to get help. able to stop car without incident but only because it was very late (9pm) and traffic was light. *tr
12/04/2012136439
 On dec. 4, 2012 heading north on the nj tpke toward the gw bridge and got cut off. hit the brake and the dash board lit up, the brakes were failing, pedal went to the floor. i had no breaks. able to steer clear of traffic. slowed the car by lowering gear and pumping brake and entered the toll for gw in a cash lane in order to get help. able to stop car without incident but only because it was very late (9pm) and traffic was light.
08/29/20121400001
 I was driving on a 2 lane highway coming to an intersection to make a left turn. the left hand traffic signal arrow was green as i approach the light, approx 300 feet away the arrow light turn yellow, i took my foot off the accelerator to hit the breaks and they went to the floor, on coming traffic was still stopped when i realized i was not stopping and had to go through the red arrow light. i tried to use my emergency brake after making the turn on red, that brake also went to the floor but seem to slow me down enough so i could pull into a mall parking lot and hit the curb side to stop the vehicle completely. *tr
08/29/2012140000
 I was driving on a 2 lane highway coming to an intersection to make a left turn. the left hand traffic signal arrow was green as i approach the light, appox 300 feet away the arrow light turn yellow, i took my foot off the accelerator to hit the breaks and they went to the floor, on coming traffic was still stopped when i realized i was not stopping and had to go through the red arrow light. i tried to use my emergency break after making the turn on red, that break also went to the floor but seem to slow me down enough so i could pull into a mall parking lot and hit the curb side to stop the vehicle completely.
07/28/2012970001
 I noticed brake fluid on driveway. further inspection shows heavy rust on metal brake fluid lines along frame. i found leak in metal line on lt rear line master cyl level was low . leak appears to have started within the last few days. . vehicle was purchased new and is in very good condition . i work with another yukon owner [ 2000 yukon xl] . he had exact same problem . luckily i found it before any accident occurred. *tr
07/28/201297000
 I noticed brake fluid on driveway. further inspection shows heavy rust on metal brake fluid lines along frame. i found leak in metal line on lt rear line master cyl level was low . leak appears to have started within the last few days. . vehicle was purchased new and is in very good condition . i work with another yukon owner [ 2000 yukon xl] . he had exact same problem . luckily i found it before any accident occurred
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
03/20/201278825
 The brake lines have corroded and rotted out. the first failure was located in the lines under the driverside firewall. i am informed that this is a common problem and that the lines are difficult to replace due to their location.
02/24/2012137643
 While traveling on i-75 north at the i-4 exit i braked to slow down for stopped traffic ahead and the brake pedal worked for a brief moment before quickly loosing all pressure and going to the floor. all braking power was lost immediately and i barely avoided an accident by swerving off the road to avoid the stopped traffic in my lane. upon initial inspection it became obvious that the brake line had ruptured behind the front driver side wheel. the lines are all heavily corroded and rusted, thereby becoming brittle and failing under pressure.
12/08/201154000
 After driving for about 100 miles, stopped for lunch. after stopping for lunch, drove 2003 gmc yukon with only 54,000 miles on it for another 20 miles on country highway at 55mph. stepped on brakes to slow-down for slower traffic, the pedal went to the floor and the brake light came on. the yukon was able to slow down before hitting the slower traffic. drove about another 50 miles to nearest chevrolet/gmc dealer, needing to use full brake pedal travel to slow-down the vehicle. the service brake light came on everytime the brakes were applied. the dealership investigated the failure. the rear brake line had rusted through and burst. the fuel tank needed to be removed to replace rear brake lines on the truck. the truck had to be left overnight at a dealership 100 miles from final destination to have the lines replaced. the dealership was very helpful in completing the repairs. estimated cost from the dealer for the repairs was $400 - $800. the brake line failed with no warning.
08/10/2010103000
 No brake pedal all brake lines are rusted out replaced all brake lines
07/01/20091150001
 I have a 2003 gmc yukon and the electronic brake control module (ecbm) has failed. the ecbm is the feature that controls the anti-lock brake system (abs) on cars and trucks. without the ecbm working, a car/truck will not have abs braking, which is a safety hazard for stopping and braking, especially since all new cars have this feature and most people do not know how to drive otherwise. i did some internet research and this appears to be a very common problem with gmc and all general motors trucks from 2000 to 2003 and other model years. there are thousands of people out there who have had this ebcm fail on them. i took my truck to the dealership and they informed me that there are no recalls for this part and further that the replacement part is $1,000, excluding labor. this exorbitant charge is cost prohibitive to most people and is dangerous because it is a critical safety feature. i feel like this part should be recalled at no cost to consumers. this is a critical safety issue and it seems like it is a common problem, which makes me believe it is a factory defect. *tr
09/15/2007590001
 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 gmc yukon. the contact stated that the brakes failed while approaching a stop sign. after 20 feet, the vehicle stopped. she pulled over to the shoulder, and waited approximately ten minutes. the dealer performed a diagnostic, but no failure could be identified. this was the second occurrence of this failure. on the first occasion, midas checked the brakes, but also could not identify a failure. there is a recall related to the failure she is experiencing. the failure mileage was 59,000 and current mileage was 59,100. updated 07/29/08.*lj the right front window would not roll down at times. the dealer replaced the regulator and the motor. updated 07/29/08
06/10/2006271751009/06/2003
 Hydraulic brake system. vehicle was sitting in driveway without use for a few weeks. when used brakes were very spongy, long pedal travel before reaction then extended stopping distance. fluid level ok, clear appeared normal, no apparent leaks, normal temperature. drove to dealer carefully, service manager when moving vehicle said he almost ran through the back otf the building. vehicle not in any accidents, service maintenance conducted at normal intervals according to service recommendations. approximately 27000 miles on vehicle. driven by myself 50 years old and my wife 47 years old safe drivers speed limit speeds large amount of stopping distance for braking not jamming on brakes at last minute. i scheduled vehicle for service at win kelly chevrolet where purchased for brake check and 30,000 mile checkup. while there they advised it was interior failure of master cylinder and they replaced it under warranty. the brakes feel a little better but the pedal still moves approximately 4 before applying any pressure. i feel this is still a problem and will be taking it back to the dealer again. i believe they have a problem with the system like they had on previous s10 models in late 90's with the slow speed braking recall. just want to send a complaint for you to be aware of in case you receive more complaints. i emailed a letter to gm while it was in the shop with the same comments and the reference to the previous for the smaller versions in the late 90's and have yet to receive a response. if this is the same problem then they may have a valve design, operation or part assemble/install defect with the system. *nm
11/15/20036000
 Vehicle spins out of control on ice rear wheel freezes when brake applied
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
02/19/2007326701
 2003 gmc yukon. both rear rotors and front wheel hub and bearing assembly units were replaced. the rear rotors were completely deteriorated. *mc the consumer stated a national recall should be mandated and not limited to just 14 states regarding the abs. *jb
11/01/20063400010009/21/2003
 Abs failure at low speed. *jb
07/15/200627000106/03/2004
 No crash. vehicle had not been driven for approximately 6 weeks prior to july 15, 2006. vehicle was used for a short trip about 2 miles total. when brakes were applied the pedal went to the floor and longer than normal distance was required to stop. brakes were very spongy. fluid level checked found to be within normal range, normal color and no apparent leaks. vehicle had approximately 27,000 miles at the time. vehicle taken to dealership for repair of brakes (while there had 30,000 mile service done as well). dealer advised that the master cylinder was bad (interior failure) new part was ordered and placed on the vehicle. upon vehicle being returned the vehicle appeared to still have a very spongy pedal and the pedal traveled excessive distance (approximately 4) before feeling some pressure. travel distance appears to still be longer than before problem was discovered. tried driving the vehicle a few miles maybe 100 to see if anything changed with brakes. brakes remained the same. returned the vehicle to the dealership service manager agreed with me after testing that the brakes appeared spongy. attempt to fix by the dealership advised they found air in the lines, bled brake system seems to be working in proper order. i picked up the vehicle and the brakes still feel the same, spongy pedal travels approximately 4 before any noticeable braking function, stopping distance still appears to be a little excessive. contacted gmc service online and advised of the problem and that i am in the process of contacting a different dealer to attempt service repairs. they gave me the name of another dealership to try. at this point problem is not resolved. *jb
04/05/200636000106/05/2003
 Dt*: the contact stated while driving there was a squealing noise that appeared to be coming from the brakes. during a normal maintenance service, the service dealer determined the squealing noise was normal. on april 4, an appointment was made with the dealer regarding the vehicle's brakes. the dealership determined the vent solenoid had failed internally and the vent solenoid and bracket parts had to be replaced. the contact was told by dealership that until work could be performed the car was driveable. on april 5th, the vehicle was in an accident. while driving 55 mph on wet roads, the brakes failed which caused the contact to loose control of the vehicle. while the contact attempted to manuver the vehicle to the side of the road, the vehicle hit a pole and slide into a ditch. during the accident the air bags did not deploy. all occupants were wearing seatbelts however injuries were sustained. the contacts had lower back injuries. an mri was performed showing a dislocated disk to the lower back. other injuries occurred to two other passangers ages 12 and 7; minor head injuries. a police report was filed and accident report was processed with the dealership. after the accident, the vehicle was taken to a body shop for repairs. additional repairs still need to be made to brakes and airbags.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR
09/10/200537000108/18/2003
 Dealer reported that the rotors were full of corrosion and would have to be replaced instead of cut, however brakes were still good but because of rotor problems brakes would have to be replaced also. rotors have now been replaced along with brakes but not by dealer, did on own to save money. *nm

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