The problem
The hydraulic steel brake tube connecting the brake hose to the left or right front top wheel cylinder may develop a fracture in the bend next to the wheel cylinder. This fracture results from periodic high stresses in the tube due to "brake chatter" which can occur during certain environmental conditions.
The fix
The dealer will replace the front brake tubes at no charge to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: medium and heavy trucks equipped with 7000 lb. Front axlesand standard hydraulic brakes or 12,000 lb. Front axles with hydraulic brakes.System: service brakes; hydraulic steel brake tube.Consequences of defect: a fractured tube will result in a brake system fluidleak and loss of braking action. This could occur without prior warning andcould cause a vehicle accident.
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 80V014000.
- 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.