The problem
The parking brake switch connector contains electrical wires that may be reversed. As a result, the lamp will be activated whenever the ignition is turned on, even though the parking brake is not engaged. This constitutes a non-compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "Hydraulic brake systems". The standard requires that the indicator lamp be activated upon application of the parking brake.
The fix
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, correct the parking brake switch wiring without charge to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with school bus chassis.System: parking brake; switch connector.Consequences of defect: the driver may believe the parking brake is setalthough it may not be. If vehicle is then parked on an incline, it could rollfree and cause injury and damage to persons and property.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Chevrolet, GMC dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 78V205000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.