NHTSA Recall 18V578000: Pedals and linkages (service brakes)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 42,280 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V578000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18278 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES |
| Report received | August 30, 2018 |
| Owner notification | October 3, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, 1500 Crew Cab Special Service, Tahoe Police Pursuit/Special Service, GMC Sierra 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The brake pedal pivot nut may loosen, causing the brake pedal to be loose or inoperative.
Safety risk
If the brake pedal becomes loose or inoperative, the driver may be unable to stop the vehicle by using the brake pedal. Additionally, a loose pedal may also interfere with the accelerator pedal. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will add adhesive to the nut and reinstall the nut with increased tightness, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18278. Note: The vehicles in this recall need this additional remedy despite being covered by recall 16V069 for brake pedal loosening.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 18V578000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 2015, 2016 |
| Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 2015, 2016 |
| Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | 2015, 2016 |
| Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit | 2015, 2016 |
| GMC Sierra 2500 | 2015, 2016 |
| GMC Sierra 3500 | 2015, 2016 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.