General Motors has announced a recall affecting over 449,000 SUVs and pickup trucks due to a potential issue with the electronic brake control module software. This software might not properly alert drivers with a warning light when there’s a loss of brake fluid.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall covers various models, specifically the 2023-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban 1500, as well as the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2023-2024 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL.
The lack of a warning light can lead to situations where drivers unknowingly operate their vehicles with low brake fluid. This condition poses a serious risk, as it can compromise braking efficiency and significantly heighten the chances of a crash occurring.
To address this issue, General Motors will offer affected vehicle owners a free software update that resolves the warning light problem. Owners of the recalled vehicles can expect to receive notification letters by October 28.
For assistance, vehicle owners can reach out to the respective customer service departments: GMC at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.
