NHTSA Recall 04V455000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V455000; Date: Sep. 17, 2004
In this condition, brake fluid may leak from the seal, or a small amount of air may enter the master cylinder, which could lead to an increase of vehicle stopping distance.
Recalled Vehicles:
2000 Toyota Celica; 2000 Toyota Echo
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder
Manufactured by: Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 109,056
Recall Summary:
Certain passenger vehicles have the possibility that the recess retains a rubber seal ring, which is located at the end of the cylinder body, and may be corroded due to an improper washing process.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the brake master cylinder and, if necessary, replace the brake master cylinder and booster. The recall began on November 29, 2004. Owners should contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371.
Recall Notes:
Toyota recall no. Ssc 40k. 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: Nov 29, 2004
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