GMC Sierra 1500 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 30, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

General Motors, LLC recalls 2019 GMC Sierra 1500, Silverado 1500

Recall number

20V055000

Brand / firm

GMC, Chevrolet

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 148,055 units

Why it was recalled

A loss of electronic brake assist can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. These vehicles received updated software for the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM). This software has an error, and as a result, the vehicle's electronic brake assist may be disabled. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

What to do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began February 24, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192268091.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.