Chevrolet Recall 07V-385: Parking brake

Affected: 2006–2007 Chevrolet Kodiak, 2006–2007 GMC Topkick, 2006–2007 Isuzu F Series and 1 more. Filed with NHTSA on August 28, 2007, covering about 9,518 vehicles.

The problem

On certain straight towing or non-towing trucks equipped with bendix air brakes, the air brake park control valve May develop either an internal air leak or an air restriction. The park brake May not release or May release only partially.

The risk

If the vehicle is on an uneven surface, the park brake May not hold the vehicle and could result in unintended vehicle movement and a vehicle crash. This condition does not affect normal service braking.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the external check valve on the air brake park control valve if the inspection determines the external check valve is damaged, the air brake park control valve will be replaced and May require the replacement of an internal check valve in the air brake park control valve. Remedy will be free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2007. Owners May contact GM at 1-800-862-4389 or Isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign07V-385 (07V385000)
Manufacturer number070164
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentParking brake
Report dateAugust 28, 2007
Owners notifiedOctober 22, 2007
Vehicles affected9,518
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the brakes

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 07V-385 repair free?

Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace the external check valve on the air brake park control valve if the inspection determines the external check valve is damaged, the air brake park control valve will be replaced and May require the replacement of an internal…

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 9,518 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.