There have been 17 safety recalls for the Chevrolet Kodiak. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Chevrolet Kodiak.
The driver may not notice the warning light and exits the vehicle. The vehicle could roll away increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1996 Chevrolet Kodiak, 1996 GMC Topkick |
| Component: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL |
| Recall Summary: The auto-apply park brake (manual or auto application) does not always apply. If the park brake does not apply, the "service park brake" warning light will illuminate. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Consequence of non-compliance: this condition can prevent the backup warning system (lights and audible alarms) from operating properly, increasing the potential for an accident.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1995 Chevrolet B7, 1995 Chevrolet B7 Chassis, 1995 Chevrolet C6, 1995 Chevrolet C7, 1995 Chevrolet Kodiak, 1995 Chevrolet P6 Chassis, 1995 GMC B7, 1995 GMC B7 Chassis, 1995 GMC C6, 1995 GMC C7, 1995 GMC P6 Chassis |
| Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS |
| Recall Summary: These vehicles were assembled with a transmission reverse signal switch that could leak causing loss of electrical contact when the transmission is in reverse. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. "... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Separation of the intermediate steering shaft results in total loss of steering control and could cause an accident.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1993 Chevrolet B7, 1993 Chevrolet C6, 1993 Chevrolet C7, 1993 Chevrolet Kodiak, 1993 Chevrolet P6, 1993 GMC B7, 1993 GMC C6, 1993 GMC C7, 1993 GMC P6, 1993 GMC Topkick |
| Component: STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| Recall Summary: The intermediate steering shaft was assembled with loose or missing upper and lower pinch bolts which may cause separation of the shaft. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
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.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2007 Chevrolet Kodiak, 2007 Chevrolet T-series, 2007 GMC T-series, 2007 GMC Topkick, 2007 Isuzu F Series, 2007 Isuzu H Series |
| Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:COMPRESSOR |
| Recall Summary: 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.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2008 Chevrolet Kodiak, 2008 GMC Topkick |
| Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL |
| Recall Summary: Gm is recalling 319 my 2008 Chevrolet kodiak and GMC topkick trucks equipped with caterpillar c9 diesel engines. The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Jul. 29, 2009 | Service Brakes, Air:supply:compressor | 1,880 |
| Aug. 6, 2008 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel | 319 |
| Oct. 4, 2007 | Steering | 990 |
| Aug. 28, 2007 | Parking Brake | 9,518 |
| May. 2, 2007 | Service Brakes, Air:supply:compressor | 1,896 |
| Apr. 10, 2007 | Power Train:axle Assembly | 67 |
| Aug. 16, 2006 | Air Brake | 1,369 |
| Aug. 3, 2006 | Engine And Engine Cooling | 38,439 |
| Jul. 13, 2006 | Parking Brake:conventional:air | 1,184 |
| Jun. 16, 2005 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:fluid | 6,698 |
| Feb. 8, 2005 | Service Brakes | 77,411 |
| Mar. 17, 2004 | Structure:body:tailgate:hinge And Attachments | 3,662,211 |
| Mar. 10, 2004 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages | 2,037 |
| Oct. 1, 2002 | Electrical System:battery:cables | 276 |
| Jul. 1, 1996 | Parking Brake:conventional | 456 |
| Jul. 5, 1995 | Exterior Lighting:back Up Lights | 5,482 |
| Jan. 8, 1994 | Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion) | 9,673 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2008 Chevrolet Kodiak | 1 |
| 2007 Chevrolet Kodiak | 5 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak | 5 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Kodiak | 3 |
| 2004 Chevrolet Kodiak | 5 |
| 2003 Chevrolet Kodiak | 4 |
| 1996 Chevrolet Kodiak | 1 |
| 1995 Chevrolet Kodiak | 1 |
| 1993 Chevrolet Kodiak | 1 |