GM Recalls 2014-2020 Trucks and SUVs for Braking Software Defect

Plain-English summary

General Motors LLC is recalling approximately 652,967 vehicles, including 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, as well as 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 models. The recall applies to vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle, and four-wheel drive.

The defect involves the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software. If a wheel-speed sensor fails while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the software may incorrectly activate the driveline-protection system. This unintended activation causes braking on the wheel opposite the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull unexpectedly to one side and increasing the risk of a crash.

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.

The recalled product

Product

CHEVROLET, GMC SUBURBAN, SILVERADO 1500, SIERRA 1500, YUKON

Brand

CHEVROLET

Manufacturer

General Motors LLC

Category

Vehicle — SUV / Pickup Truck

Hazard

• unintended-braking
• loss-of-control

Affected units

652,967

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