Transport CanadaHigh Risk
2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESVTransport Canada Recall #2020459
Defect
On certain vehicles, there could be a reduction in power brake assist due to a decrease in output from the vacuum pump. This could cause a hard brake pedal and create an increase in brake pedal effort that is required to stop the vehicle. Note: This is an expansion of Transport Canada Recall 2019-324.
Safety Risk
A sudden increase in brake pedal force could lead to an increase in stopping distance. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to reprogram the electronic brake control module.
2,933 vehicles affectedMfr ref: N202300860