Recall 09V-153: 2009 Chevrolet Traverse

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on May 6, 2009, covering about 15,393 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-153
Report date
May 6, 2009
Vehicles affected
15,393
Owners notified
May 6, 2009

The problem

Gm is recalling 15,393 my 2009 chevrolet traverse vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." these vehicles may have a park brake cable link (Connector) that is not to specification. This connector may fracture when the park brake pedal is depressed.

The risk

If the transmission shift lever is in the park position, there will be no unintended vehicle movement. However, if the keys are left in the ignition, the transmission shift lever is in any position other than park, and the vehicle is parked on a sufficient slope, it could result in unintended vehicle movement. This could result in a crash without prior warning.

The fix

Dealers are to replace the park brake cable link (Connector) free of charge. Gm anticipates that the dealer bulletin will be sent may 5, 2009 and owner letters will be mailed in june 2009. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or at www.gmownercenter.com.

Notes

Gm recall no. 09045.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentParking Brake
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V153000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Traverse2009All 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 09V-153?

Gm is recalling 15,393 my 2009 chevrolet traverse vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." these vehicles may have a park brake cable link (Connector) that is not to specification. This connector may fracture when the park brake pedal is depressed.

How is recall 09V-153 fixed?

Dealers are to replace the park brake cable link (Connector) free of charge. Gm anticipates that the dealer bulletin will be sent may 5, 2009 and owner letters will be mailed in june 2009. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or at www.gmownercenter.com.

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.