The problem
On certain pickup trucks equipped with manual transmissions and built with either pbr parking brake systems or trw parking brake systems, the parking brake friction linings May wear to an extent where the parking brake can become ineffective in immobilizing a parked vehicle.
The risk
If the parking brake does not hold, unintended vehicle movement could occur, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a low-force spring clip retainer for vehicles equipped with a pbr parking brake system. On vehicles equipped with the trw parking brake system, dealers will install a redesigned parking brake cable assembly. The recall began on July 29, 2005. Owners May contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-161 (05V161000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 05042 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Parking brake |
| Report date | April 22, 2005 |
| Owners notified | July 29, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 90,242 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
- 1999 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems 1,003
- 2000 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems 607
- 2001 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems 418
- 2002 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems 350
- 2003 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems 257
- 2004 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems 211
- 2005 Chevrolet Silverado brake problems 87
- 1999 GMC Sierra brake problems 338
- 2000 GMC Sierra brake problems 228
- 2001 GMC Sierra brake problems 150
- 2002 GMC Sierra brake problems 155
- 2003 GMC Sierra brake problems 83
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-161 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a low-force spring clip retainer for vehicles equipped with a pbr parking brake system. On vehicles equipped with the trw parking brake system, dealers will install a redesigned parking brake cable assembly.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 90,242 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.