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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 14V247000

2014 Chevrolet Malibu — Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum

Published May 14, 2014 · Recall initiated: May 14, 2014

Summary

NHTSA records recall 14V247000, published May 14, 2014. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2014 Chevrolet Malibu — Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum.

What's the hazard

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through May 2, 2014, and equipped with a 2.5L engine with the auto stop/start option. The affected vehicles may experience a complete loss of brake vacuum assist, disabling the hydraulic boost assist. As such, these vehicles do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems.

What to do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic brake control module software, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020. General Motors number for this recall is 14201.

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Recall details

Brand
CHEVROLET
Model
MALIBU
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Lot
2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2014 Chevrolet Malibu — Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V247000 on May 14, 2014. Reported hazard: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured June 12, 2013, through May 2, 2014, and equipped with a 2.5L engine with the auto stop/start option. The affected vehicles may experience a complete loss of brake vacuum assist, disabling the hydraulic boost assist. As such, these vehicles do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems.

What should I do if I have this product?

GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic brake control module software, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020. General Motors number for this recall is 14201.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: MALIBU.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)