NHTSA Recall 80V014000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V014000; Date: Feb. 26, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck; 1979 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck; 1978 GMC GMC; 1979 GMC GMC
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 46,556
Recall Summary:
The hydraulic steel brake tube connecting the brake hose to the left or right front top wheel cylinder may develop a fracture in the bend next to the wheel cylinder. This fracture results from periodic high stresses in the tube due to "brake chatter" which can occur during certain environmental conditions.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace the front brake tubes at no charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: medium and heavy trucks equipped with 7000 lb. Front axlesand standard hydraulic brakes or 12,000 lb. Front axles with hydraulic brakes. System: service brakes; hydraulic steel brake tube. Consequences of defect: a fractured tube will result in a brake system fluidleak and loss of braking action. This could occur without prior warning andcould cause a vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 11, 1980
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