General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2018-2020 Buick Regal vehicles
— Recall Campaign #22V465000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Buick Regal vehicles. In the event of a vacuum-power brake assist failure, a software error in the electronic brake control module (EBCM) may result in a loss of power brake assist. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 23,734 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
22V465000
| Manufacturer: | General Motors, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 30, 2022 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 22V465000 |
| Units affected: | 23,734 |
- Description:
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Buick Regal vehicles. In the event of a vacuum-power brake assist failure, a software error in the electronic brake control module (EBCM) may result in a loss of power brake assist. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."
- Consequeces:
- A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will update the EBCM software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 19, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Buick's customer service at 1-800-521-7300.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.