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NHTSA 04V045📅 Feb 6, 2004

2003–2004 Cadillac Escalade & 2003–2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV + 11 more recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

Certain sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and passenger vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, ?passenger car brake systems.? Some of these vehicles were produced with an out-of-specification brake hydro-boost housing relief valve bore.

💥 The risk

Consequently, the valve o-ring seal may fracture. Steering efforts may be slightly increased while braking or parking. Under certain driving conditions, a fractured seal may require a slight increase in the applied brake pedal effort to achieve the same vehicle deceleration rate as prior to the seat fracture.

🔧 The fix

Dealers are to replace the hydro-boost relief valve. The recall began on june 18, 2004. Owners should contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339; chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; GMC at 1-866-996-9463; or hummer at 1-866-486-6376.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
04V045000
Manufacturer recall #
04004
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Vehicles affected
68,875
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Owner phone
1-866-982-2339
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 18, 2004
Built
May 1, 2003 – Jun 30, 2003
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
GM recall no. 04004.customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 04V045 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 04V045?

2003–2004 Cadillac Escalade & 2003–2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV + 11 more. 68,875 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Cadillac dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-982-2339.