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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·24V702000·Announced 2024-09-19

GM Recalls 2013-2019 Cutaway Vans for Brake Line Clearance Issue

General Motors is recalling 2013-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana Cutaway vans because brake lines may rub against body mounts, causing leaks and potential brake failure.

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 brake failure and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2013-2019 Chevrolet Express Cutaway and GMC Savana Cutaway vehicles. This recall affects 18,325 vehicles equipped with optional GM-provided body mounts (RPO BNC). The defect involves the brake line having insufficient clearance to the body mounts, which can result in brake line damage and a brake fluid leak.

A brake fluid leak can result in brake failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the brake line as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on November 5, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated for February 28, 2025.

Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242466950. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
CHEVROLET, GMC EXPRESS CUTAWAY VAN, SAVANA CUTAWAY VAN
Brand
CHEVROLET
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
18,325

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 (2)

  • EXPRESS CUTAWAY VAN
  • SAVANA CUTAWAY VAN

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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