NHTSA recall 05V156000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
Buick Lacrosse
Reported Apr 20, 200561,594 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Maker’s number 05038Built May 1, 2004 – Mar 31, 2005
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the clip that secures the brake pushrod to the brake pedal arm pin could have been bent when it was installed. a bent clip may come off, allowing the brake booster pushrod to separate from the brake pedal.
The risk
Pushing on the pedal will not apply the brakes and a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
The remedy
Dealers will install a new brake pedal push rod bushing and retaining clip and, if the clip was missing, a new brake pedal arm assembly free of charge. the recall began on april 26, 2005. owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080.