Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
What Happened
The brake caliper is the part that helps your rear brakes stop your vehicle smoothly. In some 2018-2019 models of your Equinox, Impala, Cruze, and other similar vehicles, the caliper pistons might not be coated properly, which could cause air bubbles to form and reduce your rear brakes' effectiveness.
Risk if Unfixed
If your rear brakes don't work as well as they should, it could take longer to stop your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealership will bleed your vehicle's brake system to remove any air bubbles and ensure your brakes work properly. This service is free of charge, so be sure to schedule it as soon as you get your recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
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