Recall 18V-576: 2018–2019 Buick Lacrosse, 2018–2019 Buick Regal and 8 more
General Motors LLC recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Aug 30, 2018, covering about 210,628 vehicles.
The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
The risk
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | General Motors LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 18V576000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Lacrosse | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Buick Regal | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Cadillac XTS | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Chevrolet Cruze | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Chevrolet Equinox | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Chevrolet Impala | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 2018 | All years |
| Chevrolet Volt | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| GMC Terrain | 2018, 2019 | 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 18V-576?
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
How is recall 18V-576 fixed?
GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
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.