Recall 06V-311: 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak, 2006 Chevrolet T-Series and 6 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Aug 16, 2006, covering about 1,369 vehicles.
The problem
Certain trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." an internal control and check valve within the air brake application valve assembly was configured improperly, preventing air from flowing through the brake system as designed. In the event of an emergency stop, the vehicle's stopping distance would be increased.
The risk
If stopping distance was limited, a vehicle crash could result.
The fix
Dealers will replace the air brake application valve assembly on c-series or reroute the air brake lines on t-series free of charge. The recall began on september 20, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes
Gm recall no. 06077.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, Air |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 06V311000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Kodiak | 2006 | All years |
| Chevrolet T-Series | 2006 | All years |
| GMC T-Series | 2006 | All years |
| GMC Topkick | 2006 | All years |
| GMC Topkick 8500 | 2006 | All years |
| Isuzu F Series | 2006 | All years |
| Isuzu H Series | 2006 | All years |
| Isuzu HVR | 2006 | 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 06V-311?
Certain trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." an internal control and check valve within the air brake application valve assembly was configured improperly, preventing air from flowing through the brake system as designed. In the event of an emergency stop, the vehicle's stopping distance would be increased.
How is recall 06V-311 fixed?
Dealers will replace the air brake application valve assembly on c-series or reroute the air brake lines on t-series free of charge. The recall began on september 20, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
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.