NHTSA Recall 19V704000: Caliper (service brakes)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 166 vehicles. It affects 2020 Chevrolet Equinox.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V704000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N192270920 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › CALIPER |
| Report received | October 3, 2019 |
| Owner notification | October 29, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles. The rear brake calipers may have been produced with an incorrect lubricant, potentially causing the rubber seals to swell and the brakes to drag.
Safety risk
Brake drag may result in overheating of the brake pads, affecting the braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake calipers, including the brake hose gasket, brake fluid and wheel to hub lubricant, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N192270920.
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 19V704000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 |
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.