Recall of ACDelco GMW DOT 3 Brake and Clutch Fluid Due to Sediment Issue
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General Motors is recalling approximately 40,440 containers of ACDelco GMW DOT 3 brake and clutch fluid because of possible sediment, which fails to meet safety standards and may reduce brake performance.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on May 8, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
General Motors is recalling certain containers of ACDelco GMW DOT 3 brake and clutch fluid due to the presence of visible sediment, which causes the product to fail Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 116.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected product is ACDelco GMW DOT 3 Brake/Clutch Fluid with lot number 01977 091222. Approximately 40,440 units are involved, and it is associated with the make AC DELCO and model GMW DOT 3 BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID.
What You Should Do
Purchasers should contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700 for reimbursement of containers with the suspect lot number. GM will reimburse dealers and ACDelco’s direct purchasers.
Why This Matters
The sediment in the brake fluid may reduce brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash and posing a significant safety concern for vehicle users.
Source
NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: 26E025000
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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