NHTSA Recall 03V331000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V331000; Date: Sep. 12, 2003
If enough fluid leaks, the brake pedal will be lower than normal, and stopping distances will be longer. If this occurs when stopping distance is limited, a crash could occur.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 59,528
Recall Summary:
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car braking systems. " on some of these vehicles, the right rear brake hose fitting may not be tightened properly, and a brake fluid leak could occur.
How to Fix:
Dealers will tighten the right rear brake hose fitting to the proper torque specification, and add brake fluid if necessary. Owner notification began August 28, 2003. Owners should contact pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
Recall Notes:
Gm recall no. 03045. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 28, 2003
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