2020 Buick Encore GX · Brakes
Braking performance may be reduced
Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system.
What the reviewed source says
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NHTSA campaign 20V588000 includes certain 2020 to 2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor and the brake boost system. If communication with the sensor is interrupted, the electronic brake boost assist could be lost.
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Symptoms in the pattern
- The driver may notice a warning, changed pedal feel or reduced braking, depending on the recalled component
- An open campaign appears when the complete VIN is checked
- Some recalled vehicles may show no advance warning before the component fails
Vehicles and scope
- 2020 to 2021 Buick Encore GX
- NHTSA campaign 20V588000
- The manufacturer filing lists 3,677 potentially affected units across the complete campaign.
- VIN eligibility determines whether this recall applies to an individual vehicle
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300.
Safety recall eligibility is based on the VIN and campaign scope, not ordinary warranty mileage. Check the complete VIN even when the vehicle is outside its original warranty.
Original evidence
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Repair paths and safe checks
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Use the official recall remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electronic brake boost module, free of charge. The recall began December 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300.
Do not buy parts from the campaign description alone. VIN scope, superseded remedies and parts availability can change.
What owners reported
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