Aug 27 2008
Auto Recalls: Chevrolet, 7500, 2006
Build Dates : April 01, 2006 - May 30, 2006
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V254000
Date Owner’s Notified: 20060731
Date Received by ODI: 20060713
Date Added to Databse: 20060713
Manufacturer’s Involved: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Manufacturer’s Responsible for the Recall: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 06054
Component: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIR
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1184
Summary:
Certain medium duty trucks equipped SR-7 bendix brake valves, the check valve inside the valve cavity may not properly set, causing internal air leakage. If the check valve does not properly seat, the resulting leakage can cause a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after operator pulls the dash valve button.
Consequence:
The delayed parking brake application can occur without warning, leading to unintended vehicle rollaway increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the valves and replace it free of charge. The recall began on july 31, 2006.