Air brake application valve assembly/fmvss 121
Defect Summary
Certain trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." an internal control and check valve within the air brake application valve assembly was configured improperly, preventing air from flowing through the brake system as designed. in the event of an emergency stop, the vehicle's stopping distance would be increased.
Safety Consequence
If stopping distance was limited, a vehicle crash could result.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the air brake application valve assembly on c-series or reroute the air brake lines on t-series free of charge. the recall began on september 20, 2006. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
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FAQ: Recall 06V311000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V311000?
NHTSA recall 06V311000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on August 16, 2006. It addresses: Air brake application valve assembly/fmvss 121. The recall affects approximately 1,369 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V311000 or the manufacturer campaign number 06077. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.