General Motors and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have issued a recall for the 2018 model year Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra and numerous other full-size SUV models over an issue with the power brake assist pump.
The problem: according to a NHTSA filing, the output of the mechanical vacuum pump in affected vehicles may decrease over time, resulting in reduced power brake assist.
The hazards: A decrease in brake assist can increase the brake pedal effort and distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The NHTSA filing did not say if any accidents or injuries have been traced back to this problem.
The fix: GM says dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module in the affected vehicles, which should remedy the issue. These repairs will be done at no cost to the owner.
Affected components: brakes, hydraulic power brake assist pump, Electronic Brake Control Module.
Affected vehicles:
- 2018 Cadillac Escalade
- 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500
- 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2018 GMC Sierra 1500
- 2018 GMC Yukon
Number of affected vehicles: a total of 14,620 vehicles in the United States are affected by this problem.
Owners should: owners are advised to wait for GM to get in contact with them, at which point they will be instructed to make an appointment at a dealership. The recall is expected to begin on November 16th, 2020. Owners with questions or concerns can contact Chevrolet, Cadillac or GMC customer service using the contact information below. Affected owners can also search all recall actions or campaigns that may be active on their vehicle by punching their VIN into the dedicated GM Owner Center landing page.
Contacts:
- Chevrolet Customer Service: 1-800-222-1020
- GMC Customer Service: 1-800-462-8782
- Cadillac Customer Service: 1-800-333-4223
- GM recall number: N202300860
- NHTSA campaign number: 20V603000
- NHhttps://gmauthority.com/blog/category/business/quality/recall/TSA Toll-Free: 1-888-327-4236
- NHTSA (TTY): 1-800-424-9153
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Comments
I have a 14, 15 and 16 Silverado. I received this recall on all 3 a couple years ago. Then i received a letter saying that the fix for this recall could actually create another problem.
I have also received a seat belt fraying recall, and a possible fire on rear sliding window recall on all 3.
Could you explain the Fraying seatbelt recall??
We never got an official one, but the shoulder portion of the drivers belt in our 16 Tahoe looks super frayed and worn
I threw out the actual paper with the explanation on it. From what i remember the recall said that the bottom part of the belt could rub and fray when being pulled in and out. I checked all 3 of our trucks and another Sierra that a staff member has and all 4 were fine.
There was even a picture on the recall showing me where to look.
To fix the fraying issue a TSB was released and the the seat belt plastic housing was trimmed some to prevent the belt from rubbing. Well that turned into disaster on how the trimming was done. The big complaint was on a expensive truck the trimming performed was an eyesore since there were no tools to help the mechanic for a nice clean look. It was a hack job and it could have made things worse. I think GM finally released a new housing to quell the complaints.
Had this recall done on my 16. Now the abs cycles when towing and going slow speeds. Freaking annoying as I tow a lot and everytime I go to back up my trailer it pulses. Wish I would have never got it done. Truck was fine before hand.
I brought my wife’s Murano to the dealer for an oil change and I was informed that a recall was issued. I did get the letter but never had the problem. But the dealer determined that the part had to be changed out, almost mandatory for liability issues. It only cost only about an hour extra at the dealer. So when you take your vehicle in for service or buy a used vehicle from any car dealer or car rental lots, all recalls must be performed.
They should also recall their junk 8 speed transmissions. To embarrassed to give anyone a ride in my 2018 silverado. Especially the ones that own ford or dodge. I always find an excuse to use their trucks
Makes me happy I have the 6-speed in my 18. I feel bad that I didn’t have the better option, but with reading all the issues with the eight speed makes me feel okay. Although I don’t really like the six speed myself… I’m used to so much better transmissions that are smoother.
I don’t have any issues with my brakes and I don’t want any future… But I don’t want to get a recall it’s going to make things worse as another poster commented.
Yes I have a 2018 and my torque converter shattered. I had to replace the tranny but I did not let the dealership do it or I would have had the same problem again. There is a lawsuit over this right now. They knew they were defective and still sold them.
Brandi, my husband is having the same problem with his 2018 chev Silverado 6.2 engine LTZ, he took it to chev dearlship when he just had 20,000 miles on it and of course it is now 2023 and having major problems, dealership put a band aide on it when they had it, now warranty is out and he is having MAJOR problems! What to do? What do we need to do?????We have no answers!!!!!!!
I have the same recall on my 2014 Silverado 1500 (in addition to others) I’ve been waiting to see if anyone had issues with the reprogramming “fix” and it sounds like there have been some. I’ve never had so many issues with a truck… not sure what happened to Chevy quality. I’ve gotten 300k miles out of engines and transmissions on 2 others, but my 2014 transmission went out at 97k with regular maintenance. These transmissions have a very poor cooling system that’s inadequate if you tow anything. Frustrating…
My 2014 got the brake recal and reprogramming was done. This resulted in overactive ABS and the vacuum pump was replaced. All under warranty in 2020. It’s a 6.2 with a six speed.
I’ve had the brake booster go out twice on my 2015 Silverado. First time if went out the traffic was at a stand still. Thank God it went out then because I know without a doubt if I would of been going at highway speeds and the traffic came to a stop like it did I would of caused a pretty bad accident. If you haven’t had this problem happen to you,let me tell you it’s really scary. Especially if you have your whole family like I did. Petal becomes rock hard. Nearly impossible to stop the truck. Have always been a Chevy person. Not no more.
Had the reprogramming recall done on 2014 Chevy Silverado as constant reminders from GM and local dealers kept coming in mail. Had not had any issues with brakes with 31k on odometer. Two days After reprograming , had to brake hard to avoid a red light runner. Left rear caliper seal blew out and ended up replacing both rear calipers with new from factory caliper assembles still in stock at two different dealers. Cost and labor was nearly $500.00. Flushed out brake system and all new Dot 3/4 fluid. Fine for now at 47k but wondering what next part will fail. No explanation from Dealer except excessive braking pressure will sometimes cause this to happen. Not happy with GM . Never had problem till free reprograming computer so think about what else might be next. Reprogramming any thing can cause new problems.
I have a 2018 Silverado and Its looses brakes when Im at idle. Chevy has a recall for that exact problem but says my vin number doesnt match the recall. The dealer charged me $630 and its still doing the same thing!!!
There is a recall on 2014-2018 yet my 2018 silverado is not included in the recall. Makes no sense. I was driving Wednesday with kids in the truck and lost all brakes. Vacuum pump fail which is exactly what the recall is about and they will not honor it.
My transmission has already went out in my 2018 Silverado and my brakes failed today due to that recall.
I contacted the service department and was told there is no recall on the brake control module and I am looking at it on the internet.
I got my money back, but it took about 6 months
Just had to have my starter replaced at 40,184 miles. Bendix failed. Local shop did work and suggested I contact GM. Absolutely stupid. 2018 1500 Silverado LT Double cab 5.3 4X4