NHTSA Recall 77V202000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V202000; Date: Nov. 16, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1977 Dodge Colt; 1977 Plymouth Arrow
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,402
Recall Summary:
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, "brake hoses". These front hydraulic brake hoses may fail under pressure of brake application due to use of improperly processed material. Partial loss of braking capability and increase in stopping distances will result.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and will replace defective brake hoses without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: service brakes; hydraulic lines, hoses. Consequences of defect: partial loss of braking and increased stoppingdistances could lead to a vehicle accident. Note: the red warning signal on the instrument panel may alert the driver tobrake malfunction.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 17, 1978
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