Brake drag may result in overheating of the brake pads, affecting the braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Disc — Caliper

Date Announced

OCT 03, 2019

Vehicles Affected

166

Chevrolet Recall #

N192270920

NHTSA Campaign #

19V704000

Summary

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles. The rear brake calipers may have been produced with an incorrect lubricant, potentially causing the rubber seals to swell and the brakes to drag.

Actions

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake calipers, including the brake hose gasket, brake fluid and wheel to hub lubricant, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N192270920.

Documents (11)

• FAQs
• Safety Bulletin
• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 1
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-4
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: October 16, 2019 Subject: N192270920-01 - Safety Recall Incorrect Brake Caliper Seal Lubricant Customer Reimbursement removed and Letter Added
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Safety Bulletin
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Date: October 7, 2019 Subject: N192270920 - Safety Recall Incorrect Brake Caliper Seal Lubricant
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N192270920 Incorrect Brake Caliper Seal Lubricant