Loss of brake vacuum assist/fmvss 135
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2014 chevrolet malibu vehicles manufactured june 12, 2013, through may 2, 2014, and equipped with a 2.5l engine with the auto stop/start option. the affected vehicles may experience a complete loss of brake vacuum assist, disabling the hydraulic boost assist. as such, these vehicles do not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 135, "light vehicle brake systems."
Safety Consequence
If the hydraulic boost assist is disabled, slowing or stopping the vehicle will require additional brake pedal effort and a lengthened stopping distance. both of these effects increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic brake control module software, free of charge. the recall began on july 3, 2014. owners may contact general motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020. General motors number for this recall is 14201.
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FAQ: Recall 14V247000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V247000?
NHTSA recall 14V247000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on May 14, 2014. It addresses: Loss of brake vacuum assist/fmvss 135. The recall affects approximately 140,067 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V247000 or the manufacturer campaign number 14201. 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.