ownitsafely
Back to recalls

NHTSARecalled Oct 1, 2020 · #20V603000

Vacuum Pump May Decrease Power Brake Assist

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

Be the first to hear about future recalls.

Add the things you own to a watchlist. We’ll alert you the moment one matches.

Get started, free

Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon vehicles equipped with either a 5.3L or 6.2L V8 engine. The output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, decreasing the amount of vacuum/power brake assist. A decrease in brake assist can increase the brake pedal effort and distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • Vacuum Pump May Decrease Power Brake Assist
  • 1500 and Yukon
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N202300860.

View the official CPSC notice