Recall 20V-319: 2019–2020 International Motors Chevy 4500HD, 2019–2020 International Motors Chevy 5500HD and 1 more
General Motors LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 29, 2020, covering about 12,200 vehicles.
The problem
General Motors is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD Medium Duty trucks. If the vehicle's body control module (BCM) loses communication with the vehicle's electronic brake control module (EBCM), the EBCM software programming may not illuminate the vehicle's ABS malfunction indicator light (MIL). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
The risk
If a driver is unaware that the ABS system is malfunctioning, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software calibration for the body control module (BCM). The recall began June 29, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202305070.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | General Motors LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Software Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Abs Warning Light Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module Service Brakes, Hydraulic |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V319000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| International Motors Chevy 4500HD | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| International Motors Chevy 5500HD | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| International Motors Chevy 6500HD | 2019, 2020 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V-319?
General Motors is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD Medium Duty trucks. If the vehicle's body control module (BCM) loses communication with the vehicle's electronic brake control module (EBCM), the EBCM software programming may not illuminate the vehicle's ABS malfunction indicator light (MIL). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
How is recall 20V-319 fixed?
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software calibration for the body control module (BCM). The recall began June 29, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202305070.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.