General Motors recalls over 40,000 vehicles for brake fluid defect

General Motors is recalling 40,440 vehicles across the U.S. due to sediment in the brake fluid, a condition that increases the risk of a crash, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced on Thursday.

The model of the car being recalled has not been specified.

This latest action comes just a month after GM initiated a separate recall for more than 270,000 Chevrolet Malibu cars across the United States.

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That previous recall, impacting models from 2023 to 2025, addressed a defect in the rearview camera system that could cause the display to show a distorted or entirely blank image.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a malfunctioning rearview image significantly compromises a motorist's ability to see behind their vehicle, thereby elevating the risk of a collision.

A safety recall report from the agency indicated that GM's supplier identified a flaw in the bonding process used for the camera housing, which, combined with the camera's mounting configuration, could allow moisture to penetrate the unit.

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Despite the potential hazard, General Motors has stated it is not aware of any accidents or injuries directly linked to this specific camera fault.

Owners of affected vehicles will be able to have their rearview cameras replaced free of charge at authorized dealerships.

Notification letters are expected to be dispatched to owners starting from 18 May. For further assistance, Chevrolet customer service can be reached on 1-800-222-1020, or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline on 1-888-327-4236.

Additional information is also available on the NHTSA website, www.nhtsa.gov.

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