NHTSA Recall 11V599000
NHTSA Campaign Id 11V599000; Date: Dec. 28, 2011
A missing pad could result in reduced brake system performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Chevrolet Sonic
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:pads
Manufactured by: General Motors Llc
Affected Units:: 4,296
Recall Summary:
General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet sonic vehicles manufactured from June 2, 2011, through November 21, 2011. On some of these vehicles, the front brake inner or outer pad may be missing.
How to Fix:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brakes for a missing inner or outer pad. If a brake pad is missing, dealers will install new inner and outer pads, a new brake caliper, and a new rotor. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before January 14, 2012
Recall Notes:
Gm�s safety recall campaign number is 11354. 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 http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 23, 2012
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