Recall 09V-309: 2007 Chevrolet Kodiak, 2007 Chevrolet T-Series and 4 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Jul 29, 2009, covering about 1,880 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-309
Report date
Jul 29, 2009
Vehicles affected
1,880
Owners notified
Sep 1, 2009

The problem

Gm is recalling 1,880 model year 2007 chevrolet kodiak and t-series, gmc topkick and t-series, and isuzu f-series and h-series passenger vehicles equipped with 7.8l diesel engine. The air compressor in some of these vehicles may not build enough air pressure to support the air brake system. If this condition were to occur while the vehicles was stationary (Brakes applied), the air brakes would remain applied and prevent the vehicle from moving.

The risk

If the driver ignores these warnings and continues to drive the vehicle, and if there was a continued loss of pressure, the rear spring parking brakes would automatically apply, preventing the truck from being driven.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the air compressor for its ability to build air pressure, and either modify the air compressor by elimination of the suppression valve or replace the air compressor assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during august 2009. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727 or at www.gmownercenter.com.

Notes

Gm recall no. 09153.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.
ComponentService Brakes, Air › Supply › Compressor
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V309000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chevrolet Kodiak2007All years
Chevrolet T-Series2007All years
GMC T-Series2007All years
GMC Topkick2007All years
Isuzu F Series2007All years
Isuzu H Series2007All 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-309?

Gm is recalling 1,880 model year 2007 chevrolet kodiak and t-series, gmc topkick and t-series, and isuzu f-series and h-series passenger vehicles equipped with 7.8l diesel engine. The air compressor in some of these vehicles may not build enough air pressure to support the air brake system. If this condition were to occur while the vehicles was stationary (Brakes applied), the air brakes would remain applied and prevent the vehicle from moving.

How is recall 09V-309 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the air compressor for its ability to build air pressure, and either modify the air compressor by elimination of the suppression valve or replace the air compressor assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during august 2009. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727 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.