Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Recall 19V645: Reduced brake assist can lengthen stopping distance

What this recall means for you

Over time, the vacuum pump that supplies brake assist may produce less vacuum than it should. As the vacuum level drops, the power assist from the brakes decreases, so the driver has to press the pedal harder to stop. That increases the distance needed to bring the vehicle to a stop and raises the risk of a crash.

General Motors will notify owners of affected vehicles. Dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module at no charge to the owner.

To check whether your vehicle is included, look up your VIN for open recalls. You can also contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC at 1-800-462-8782.