Recall 05V-043: 2004–2005 Chevrolet Avalanche, 2004–2005 Chevrolet Express and 8 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Feb 8, 2005, covering about 77,411 vehicles.
The problem
Certain trucks, sport utility vehicles, and vans equipped with bosch hydro-boost brake assemblies, the hydraulic brake booster pressure accumulator may crack and separate from the hydro-boost assembly during normal operating conditions.
The risk
If a separation occurred and the hood of the vehicle were open, fragments from the accumulator could cause injury to people in the immediate area. The presence of this crack or fractured surface could allow the hydraulic fluid to leak from the accumulator circuit of the booster assembly. The loss of fluid would cause increased steering and braking effort and a crash may occur without prior warning.
The fix
Dealers will test the hydro-boost assembly for functional operation of the two-function valve. If the hydro-boost assembly fails the test, dealers will replace the assembly free of charge. The recall began on march 23, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc trucks at 1-866-996-9463 and hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
Notes
Gm recall no. 05006.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V043000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Chevrolet Express | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Chevrolet Kodiak | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Chevrolet Silverado | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Chevrolet Suburban | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| GMC Savana | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| GMC Sierra | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| GMC Topkick | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| GMC Yukon XL | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Hummer H2 | 2004, 2005 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 05V-043?
Certain trucks, sport utility vehicles, and vans equipped with bosch hydro-boost brake assemblies, the hydraulic brake booster pressure accumulator may crack and separate from the hydro-boost assembly during normal operating conditions.
How is recall 05V-043 fixed?
Dealers will test the hydro-boost assembly for functional operation of the two-function valve. If the hydro-boost assembly fails the test, dealers will replace the assembly free of charge. The recall began on march 23, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc trucks at 1-866-996-9463 and hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.