Recall 07V-385: 2006–2007 Chevrolet Kodiak, 2006–2007 GMC Topkick and 2 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Aug 28, 2007, covering about 9,518 vehicles.
The problem
On certain straight towing or non-towing trucks equipped with bendix air brakes, the air brake park control valve may develop either an internal air leak or an air restriction. The park brake may not release or may release only partially.
The risk
If the vehicle is on an uneven surface, the park brake may not hold the vehicle and could result in unintended vehicle movement and a vehicle crash. This condition does not affect normal service braking.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the external check valve on the air brake park control valve if the inspection determines the external check valve is damaged, the air brake park control valve will be replaced and may require the replacement of an internal check valve in the air brake park control valve. Remedy will be free of charge. The recall began on october 22, 2007. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-862-4389 or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes
Gm recall no. 070164.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 | Parking Brake |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V385000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Kodiak | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| GMC Topkick | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Isuzu F Series | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Isuzu H Series | 2006, 2007 | 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 07V-385?
On certain straight towing or non-towing trucks equipped with bendix air brakes, the air brake park control valve may develop either an internal air leak or an air restriction. The park brake may not release or may release only partially.
How is recall 07V-385 fixed?
Dealers will inspect and replace the external check valve on the air brake park control valve if the inspection determines the external check valve is damaged, the air brake park control valve will be replaced and may require the replacement of an internal check valve in the air brake park control valve. Remedy will be free of charge. The recall began on october 22, 2007. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-862-4389 or 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.