The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The bolts used to attach the front and/or rear brake calipers may have not been heat treated and may break under load.
The risk
Broken caliper bolts can reduce brake performance or interfere with wheel rotation and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake caliper bolts, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202294420.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 20V-116 (20V116000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | N202294420 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper |
| Report date | February 27, 2020 |
| Owners notified | March 23, 2020 |
| Vehicles affected | 20,352 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 20V-116 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake caliper bolts, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-866-522-9559.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 20,352 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.