The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·16V922000·Announced 2016-12-21

GM Recalls 2016 Buick Envision for Brake Line Cracking Risk

General Motors is recalling 2016 Buick Envision vehicles because master cylinder brake lines may crack and leak fluid, potentially reducing braking performance.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that can lead to loss of braking performance and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

General Motors LLC is recalling certain 2016 Buick Envision vehicles manufactured between January 19, 2016, and March 18, 2016. The recall addresses a defect where the master cylinder brake lines may crack and leak brake fluid.

If brake fluid is lost, braking performance may be reduced or lost, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall began on January 18, 2016.

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the master cylinder brake lines free of charge. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BUICK ENVISION
Brand
BUICK
Manufacturer
General Motors LLC
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
327

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • ENVISION

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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