NHTSA Recall 77V227000
NHTSA Campaign Id 77V227000; Date: Dec. 20, 1977
Recalled Vehicles:
1975 Am General Dj5d; 1976 Am General Dj5d
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder
Manufactured by: Am General Corporation
Affected Units:: 3,051
Recall Summary:
On the involved vehicles, combustible material in the brake master cylinder area and, in particular, the stop light switches may possibly become ignited. The defective stop light switches may generate enough heat to start a fire.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace both original stop light switches with ones of a different design. This will be done free of charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: postal trucks. System: service brakes; master cylinder. Consequences of defect: a vehicle fire could result in vehicle damage andserious personal injury.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 1, 1978
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