NHTSA Recall 80V153000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V153000; Date: Nov. 20, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1980 Chevrolet P30; 1980 GMC P3500
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 2,343
Recall Summary:
Vehicles may be subject to abrasive contact between the rear brake hose/pipe assembly and the axle housing with normal brake usage and rear pad wear. Should this condition occur, it could lead to a brake hose/pipe failure, resulting in loss of brake fluid and loss of rear braking action.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake hose/pipe assembly and mounting brackets at no charge.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with 11,000 lb rearr axles. System: service brakes; rear brake hose/pipe assembly. Consequences of defect: loss of rear brakes could cause a vehicle accident,especially in situations requiring minimal stopping distance. Note: driver will be alerted to brake fluid loss by illumination of brakewarning light and increased brake pedal travel.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 24, 1980
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