NHTSA Recall 77V111000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V111000; Date: Jul. 15, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1976 Chevrolet G30; 1977 Chevrolet G30; 1976 Chevrolet P30; 1977 Chevrolet P30; 1976 GMC G30; 1977 GMC G30
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 12,963
Recall Summary:
On the involved vehicles, the brake master cylinder may have been assembled with reservoir mounting bolts that were improperly processed. This could make these bolts brittle and subject to breaking. If breakage occurs, a brake fluid leak may develop between the reservoir and master cylinder. Loss of brake fluid would adversely affect vehicle braking capability.
How to Fix:
Dealer will replace the master cylinder reservoir mounting bolts with an improved type, without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: vans and motorhomes equipped with hydro-boost assistsystems. System: service brakes; hydraulic master cylinder. Consequences of defect: partial loss of braking capability could occur,resulting in loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 24, 1977
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