Federal regulators expand probe of GM brake-by-wire system
Federal safety regulators are widening an investigation into General Motors vehicles after hundreds of brake failure reports [1][2]. The issue involves GM's eBoost brake-by-wire system, which can suffer a spindle fracture during driving, and affects more than 1.1 million vehicles, including EVs and models built for Honda and Acura [1]. Reports include more than 20 crashes or fires and at least six injuries, and the problem also extends to non-EV models such as the Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon [2]. GM says antilock brakes, traction control and stability control should remain available if the fracture occurs [1].
Sources
- arstechnica.com · GM vehicles under federal scrutiny after hundreds of reports Aug 24, 2026
- techcrunch.com · Brake problems in GM EVs draw greater federal scrutiny Aug 24, 2026
- fox26houston.com · Nearly 75,000 Dodge Durangos recalled over problems with rear spoiler Aug 21, 2026
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