General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #09V309000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V309000 by General Motors, Llc. Includes 1,880 affected units, AIR COMPRESSOR MALFUNTION, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Gm is recalling 1,880 model year 2007 chevrolet kodiak and t-series, gmc topkick and t-series, and isuzu f-series and h-series passenger vehicles equipped with 7.8l diesel engine. the air compressor in some of these vehicles may not build enough air pressure to support the air brake system. if this condition were to occur while the vehicles was stationary (brakes applied), the air brakes would remain applied and prevent the vehicle from moving.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the air compressor for its ability to build air pressure, and either modify the air compressor by elimination of the suppression valve or replace the air compressor assembly free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during august 2009. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727 or at www.gmownercenter.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V309000

Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2009-07-29T00:00:00

Subject: Air compressor malfuntion

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 1,880

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 09153

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Gm is recalling 1,880 model year 2007 chevrolet kodiak and t-series, gmc topkick and t-series, and isuzu f-series and h-series passenger vehicles equipped with 7.8l diesel engine. the air compressor in some of these vehicles may not build enough air pressure to support the air brake system. if this condition were to occur while the vehicles was stationary (brakes applied), the air brakes would remain applied and prevent the vehicle from moving.

Consequence Summary: If the driver ignores these warnings and continues to drive the vehicle, and if there was a continued loss of pressure, the rear spring parking brakes would automatically apply, preventing the truck from being driven.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the air compressor for its ability to build air pressure, and either modify the air compressor by elimination of the suppression valve or replace the air compressor assembly free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during august 2009. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727 or at www.gmownercenter.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09V309000

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