General Motors recalls 4.5 lakh SUVs, pickups over low brake fluid warning light issue

General Motors is recalling more than 449,000 of its SUVs and pickup trucks because the software in the electronic brake control module may not display a warning light in the event of a brake fluid loss.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Friday that the recall covers certain 2023-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV models, 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban 1500, 2023 GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL.

The agency said that without the warning light on, the vehicle could be driven with a low brake fluid level, which could reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

A free software update will be made available to vehicle owners.

Owner notification letters are expected to be sent out on October 28. Vehicle owners can contact GMC Customer Service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet Customer Service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac Customer Service at 1-800-458-8006.