NHTSA Recall 78V040000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V040000; Date: Feb. 22, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Suzuki 1000
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: American Suzuki Motor Corp.
Affected Units:: 3,350
Recall Summary:
There is a possibility that the battery set plate (mounting bracket) may physically contact the rear brake master cylinder remote reservoir hose. Prolonged usage could result in hose wear and brake fluid leakage.
How to Fix:
The dealer will install a rubber buffer on the battery set plate to eliminate the possibility of hose wear.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: motorcycles. System: service brakes; rear brake master cylinder reservoir hose. Consequences of defect: brake fluid leakage could result in loss ofapproximately 30 percent of total braking effect and could lead to a vehicleaccident. Note: a warning sign that hose wear with resultant brake fluid leakage may haveoccurred is a sponginess in the feel of the rear brake pedal.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 10, 1978
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