NHTSA ID Number: 10201298
Manufacturer Communication Number: PIT5812B
Summary
This preliminary information addresses a brake noise concern engineering is investigating at this time.
Condition:
Grinding noise on brake apply cold that dissipates after a few stops.
Cause:
New no copper pad composition.
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Bulletin No.: PIT5812B
Published date: 06/30/2021
Preliminary Information
PIT5812B Grind Noise From Brakes
Models
Brand: Model: Model Years:
VIN:
Engine: Transmissions:
from to
Chevrolet
Equinox 2021 All All All All
GMC Terrain 2021 All All All All
Involved Region or
Country: North America
Condition: Grinding noise on brake apply cold that dissipates after a few
stops.
Cause: New no copper pad composition.
Engineering is investigating this concern and working towards a resolution. Replacing pads
will not eliminate this concern for the long term. Deglazing the pads and rotors does help the
concern in the short term. This PI will be removed and a bulletin released when the field fix
is available.
Version History
Version 3
Modified
02/02/2021 – Created on.
05/10/2021 – Revised to add models.
06/30/2021 – Removed Colorado and Canyon models due to the
release of 21-NA-142
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2 Affected Products
Vehicles
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
Bulletin No.: PIT5812B
Published date: 06/30/2021
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