NHTSA Campaign Id 79V090000; Date: Apr. 5, 1979
1980 Buick Skylark; 1980 Chevrolet Citation; 1980 Oldsmobile Omega; 1980 Pontiac Phoenix
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 4,382
There is a potential for interference between the clutch control cable and brake pipe in the master cylinder. This can result in rubbing contact when the clutch pedal is operated. Also, the brake pipe clearance to the transmission case may be inadequate. If this condition exists, it could eventually result in a failure in the brake pipe, causing loss of brake fluid and partial loss of braking action.
The clutch cable routing will be revised to prevent contact with the master cylinder, without charge.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: power train; clutch assembly. Consequences of defect: should a partial loss of braking action occur while thevehicle is in motion at a time when minimum stoping distance is required, anaccident would result.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 4, 1979
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