Recall 96V-120
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 1996 Chevrolet Kodiak and 1 other model: Parking brake (conventional).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-120
- Reported
- July 1, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 456 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
The driver may not notice the warning light and exits the vehicle. The vehicle could roll away increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will replace the parking brake solenoid valve with one having a 12 volt coil and the original valve spring.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: emergency park brake. Vehicle description: medium duty conventional pickup trucks equipped with auto-apply parking brakes. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin during july 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-[removed] or GMC at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Kodiak 1996
- GMC Topkick 1996