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2011 Chevrolet Express 1500 and GMC Savana 1500 recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

General Motors LLC reported this safety recall on May 6, 2011. It covers about 7,593 vehicles.

vehicles affected
7,593
reported
May 6, 2011
owners notified
May 13, 2011
related complaints
1

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet express and gmc savana vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." some of these vehicles may have been built with a clearance condition in which the right rear brake hose may contact the tire or wheel rim. If the brake hose repeatedly contacts the tire or wheel rim, a hole could be worn in the brake hose.
Risk
A damaged brake hose may reduce the effectiveness of the rear brakes and increase the distance required to stop the vehicle. An increased braking distance may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the right rear brake hose to ensure sufficient clearance. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 13, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 or www.gmownercenter.com.

Recall number 11V275000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about brakes problems.

Questions about recall 11V275000

Is there a recall on the 2011 Chevrolet Express 1500 and GMC Savana 1500 hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 11V275000, reported on May 6, 2011, covers about 7,593 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V275000?

Dealers will secure the right rear brake hose to ensure sufficient clearance. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 13, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 or www.gmownercenter.com.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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