NHTSA Recall # | 150022 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V588000 |
MFG Compaign # | A202307260 |
Manufacturer | General Motors LLC |
Supplier | BUICK |
Brand | BUICK |
Model | ENCORE GX |
Model Year | 2021 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
Date of notification | 09/12/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 14/12/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 14/12/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 24/09/20 |
Report created | 25/09/20 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 3677 |
Defect summary | General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain 2020 chevrolet corvette and cadillac ct4, ct5 and xt4, 2021 chevrolet trailblazer, and 2020-2021 buick encore gx vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system. |
Consequence summary | If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost. Extra pedal force will be required to slow and stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began december 9, 2020. Owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. Gm's number for this recall is a202307260. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |