GM recalls 40,000 Chevrolet vehicles over brake issue
In a recall issued by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, GM said the rear parking brake on some SUVs' wiring harness "may become damaged or corroded, resulting in unintended activation of the parking brake or loss of the parking brake function."
The recall affects 40,233 of the electric SUVs.
According to GM, four customers complained about receiving 'service parking brake' messages on their vehicle or experiencing an inability to shift out of park while attempting to drive.
Here's what to know about the recall announced by GM.
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The recall affects the following years and makes:
2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV
2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV
Owners notification letters are expected to be mailed by Aug. 11, the NHTSA reported.
Dealers will inspect the harness and, if necessary, reroute the harness and install anti-abrasive tape, free of charge, the federal agency wrote in its announcement dated June 26. Harnesses with existing damage will be replaced, NHTSA said.
Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
The number for this GM recall is N252503010.
Owners can check USA TODAY's automotive recall database or search NHTSA's database for new recalls.
The NHTSA website allows you to search for recalls based on your vehicle identification number (VIN).
Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her on X @nataliealund.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: GM recalls 40,000 Chevrolet Blazer SUVs over brake issue
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