NHTSA Recall 79V187000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V187000; Date: Aug. 8, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Chevrolet Brigadier; 1979 Chevrolet Brigadier; 1978 GMC Brigadier; 1979 GMC Brigadier
Component: Service Brakes, Air:controls:foot Control
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 3,263
Recall Summary:
The involved vehicles were assembled with incorrect plumbing of the copper brake application valve supply air lines. This constitutes a non-compliance to federal motor vehicle safety standard no 121, "air brake systems". As a result, air could leak from the rear brake system.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and reconnect any improperly connected air lines at the brake application valve, without charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with air brakes. System: service brakes; air lines. Consequences of defect: a major air leak from the braking system could result. Loss of service brakes could cause a loss of vehicle control and an anaccident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 30, 1979
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