What the source says
The documented condition
NHTSA lists the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in safety campaign 20V116000. The official record says: The bolts used to attach the front and/or rear brake calipers may have not been heat treated and may break under load. The stated safety consequence is: Broken caliper bolts can reduce brake performance or interfere with wheel rotation and increase the risk of a crash. A make, model and year match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included or that the repair remains open.
Compare the pattern
Symptoms and vehicle scope
Words owners may use
- Silverado brake caliper bolt broken
- 2020 Silverado reduced braking
- Silverado wheel binds while braking
- Silverado 1500 service brakes, hydraulic and foundation components recall
- NHTSA campaign 20V116000
Symptoms in the record
- Braking performance may be reduced
- A damaged caliper may interfere with wheel rotation
Vehicles and limits
- 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- Vehicles included in NHTSA campaign 20V116000
- VIN confirmation is required
Manufacturer position
What the official procedure directs
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake caliper bolts, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202294420.
Mileage context
Campaign 20V116000 is based on the recalled vehicle population and VIN, not a published mileage threshold. Mileage alone cannot confirm or exclude it.
Original evidence
Open the documents behind this record.
Safety recall · NHTSA 20V116000 · Feb 27, 2020
Brake caliper bolts may break and reduce braking performance
NHTSA lists General Motors LLC for this campaign and returned this exact make, model and year. VIN status still needs confirmation.
Repair paths and safe checks
Match the action to the evidence.
Complete recall 20V116000
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake caliper bolts, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202294420.
A year and model match does not confirm VIN eligibility. Do not substitute an owner repair for an open safety recall.
Check the VIN and record what happened
Check the 17-character VIN with NHTSA or Chevrolet. Save campaign 20V116000, any warning messages and a short description of when the symptom occurred for the service appointment.
Do not recreate a dangerous symptom for a photo or video.
Record reviewed in the source on August 2, 2026. Confirm the current document and VIN instructions before arranging work.
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