Chevrolet Suburban recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 6, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

General Motors, LLC recalls 2014–2018 Chevrolet, GMC — 6 models

Recall number

19V645000

Brand / firm

Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3,456,719 units

Why it was recalled

As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.

What to do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192268490.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.