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2007 Chevrolet Kodiak recalls
Service brakes, air: supply, compressor
NHTSA campaign 09V309000 · reported July 29, 2009 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 1,880 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Gm is recalling 1,880 model year 2007 chevrolet kodiak and t-series, gmc topkick and t-series, and isuzu f-series and h-series passenger vehicles equipped with 7.8l diesel engine. The air compressor in some of these vehicles may not build enough air pressure to support the air brake system. If this condition were to occur while the vehicles was stationary (brakes applied), the air brakes would remain applied and prevent the vehicle from moving.
- The risk
- If the driver ignores these warnings and continues to drive the vehicle, and if there was a continued loss of pressure, the rear spring parking brakes would automatically apply, preventing the truck from being driven.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the air compressor for its ability to build air pressure, and either modify the air compressor by elimination of the suppression valve or replace the air compressor assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during august 2009. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727 or at www.gmownercenter.com.
Steering
NHTSA campaign 07V469000 · reported October 4, 2007 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 990 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On certain medium duty trucks equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears, the steering gear may have been produced incorrectly. A steering gear with this condition may produce the feeling of hitting a curb and a cracking or pinging sound when the steering wheel is turned.
- The risk
- The steering wheel position may be off-center and increased effort may be required when turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect for certain date codes and verify the mileage on steering gears and replace gears as necessary. The recall began on october 25, 2007. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; gmc at 1-866-996-9463; or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Parking brake
NHTSA campaign 07V385000 · reported August 28, 2007 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 9,518 vehicles potentially affected
- 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.
Service brakes, air: supply, compressor
NHTSA campaign 07V190000 · reported May 2, 2007 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 1,896 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On certain medium duty conventional and tilt cab trucks equipped with 7.8l diesel engines and air brakes, the air compressor may not build enough air pressure to support the air brake system.
- The risk
- If this condition were to occur while the vehicle was stationary (brakes applied) the air brakes would remain applied and prevent the vehicle from moving. If this condition were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, the dual system air pressure gauges would register the drop in pressure. If the pressure continued to drop, the low air pressure warning buzzer and warning lamp would activate as designed, warning the driver to move the vehicle to a safety location. If the driver ignores these warnings and continues to drive the vehicle, and if there was a continued loss of pressure, the rear spring parking brakes would automatically apply, preventing the truck from being driven.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the air compressor head. The recall began on may 23, 2007. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Power train: axle assembly
NHTSA campaign 07V154000 · reported April 10, 2007 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 67 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On certain trucks, the rear drive axle housing was manufactured with steel below the specified thickness and, as a result, it could develop a crack.
- The risk
- If a crack develops and is not detected and repaired, the outboard end of the housing could eventually separate, allowing the hub, axle shaft, or wheel and brake assembly to separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the axle free of charge. The recall began on april 12, 2007. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Apr 8, 2010 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 4,761 miles
2007 C4500 KODIAK WITH DUMP BODY 1. EMERGENCY BRAKE FAILED TO HOLD TRUCK WHILE IN GEAR WITH MOTOR RUNNING: 2. FACTORY INSTALLED ELECTRIC (TRAILER BRAKE ) CONTROLLER FAILED, & TURNED ON & OFF AT RANDOM: 3. THE TRUCKS SERVICE BRAKES FAILED , WHILE TRYING TO STOP THE TRUCK, (THEN THE TRUCKS BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS & AUDIBLE…
Jan 11, 2009 · Air bags · 50,000 miles · crash reported · fire reported
I HAD A BAD WRECK INVOLVING ME AND MY FORMER EMPLOYERS 2007 CHEVROLET KODIAK I FELL ASLEEP DRIVING AND FLIPPED THE VEHICLE TWICE AROUND A CURVE ON MY WAY HOME SUNDAY AND THE AIR-BAGS WHICH WERE MISSING DID NOT DEPLOY AND I COULD'VE BEEN KILLED EXCEPT I WAS BADLY INJURED PLUS FIRED WITHOUT ANY FORM OF INCOME WHILE…
Apr 10, 2008 · Suspension · 1,000 miles
TL CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET KODIAK 4500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE FRONT AXLE SHAKES AND CAUSES THE PASSENGER SIDE TIRE TO WEAR FASTER. THE FAILURE OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT SERVICED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 18,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,000. UPDATED…
Mar 4, 2008 · Steering · 1 miles
IN REFERENCE TO COMPLAINT #10217562, THIS IS AN ADDENDUM. THE VEHICLE HAS SINCE BEEN TO AN ALIGNMENT FACILITY, AND IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS REPOSITIONED APPROXIMATELY 50 DEGREES OFF CENTER BY THE END MANUFACTURER---MONROE TRUCK EQUIPMENT. THIS DEVIATION FROM CENTER WAS SUBSEQUENTLY REPORTED…
Feb 10, 2008 · Structure · 1 miles
I TOOK DELIVERY OF A NEW C4500 KODIAK CREW CAB WITH 0.7 MILES. I FIRST NOTICED A LOUD WIND-HOWL COMING FROM THE RIGHT REAR PASSENGER DOOR. I WAS DISAPPOINTED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD SUCH LOUD INTERIOR NOISE AT HIGHWAY SPEED. IT WASN'T UNTIL I ENCOUNTERING HEAVY FREEZING RAIN, THAT I REALIZED THAT THIS MOISTURE WAS…
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 8, 2010.