Is there a recall on GM power assist brakes?
GM says that as it ages, the pump in the power-assist brakes can put out less vacuum power than needed, increasing stopping distance and the risk of a crash. The company is recalling 3.46 million vehicles in the U.S., and it recalled another 310,000 in Canada back in June.
Why are there brake issues in GM trucks?
In some of the trucks, oil sludge or other debris can clog the screen, reducing oil flow and causing the pump’s vacuum output to drop, Flores said. The trucks, he said, have a secondary power brake assist system which works when there are problems with the main system, but it is limited at lower speeds.
Are there any recalls on GM trucks in the US?
The company is recalling 3.46 million vehicles in the U.S., and it recalled another 310,000 in Canada back in June. GM said global numbers for the recall weren’t available. Dealers will recalibrate the electronic brake control module at no cost to customers.
Is the GM recall going to affect earnings?
Although the recall is a large number, the cost will not be high enough for GM to report it to the Securities and Exchange commission as an event that will materially affect earnings, Flores said. He said he didn’t know the cost.
How does the parking brake warning light work?
It’s activated using a pedal, hand lever or electronic switch, and it keeps your car’s wheels from turning when parked. A switch in the parking brake system turns on the warning light whenever the parking brake is activated and the ignition is on.
What happens when you release the parking brake?
Releasing the brake should turn off the light. Some vehicles will automatically release the parking brake when you shift out of park. RepairPal Tip: Depending on your vehicle, it may have one or more brake warning lights. Some have a separate parking brake warning light, while others may combine several brake-related functions into one light.
How can you tell if your car has a brake problem?
A sharp, chemical odor after repeated hard braking on steep roads is a sign of overheated brakes or clutch. Pull over immediately in a safe place, check your parking brake to make sure it’s fully released and allow the brakes to cool. If you don’t, you risk heating up the brake fluid to boiling, which can cause brake failure.
Why are there so many recalls on GM trucks?
NHTSA, the government’s road safety agency, began investigating the problem last year after getting 111 complaints from owners of poor brake performance. At the time the agency had nine reports of crashes that had caused two injuries. GM says the problems occur rarely and mostly at low speeds like driving in parking lots.