NHTSA Recall 83V106000
NHTSA Campaign Id 83V106000; Date: Oct. 13, 1983
Recalled Vehicles:
1983 Buick Regal; 1983 Chevrolet El Camino; 1983 Chevrolet Malibu; 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo; 1983 GMC Caballero; 1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass; 1983 Pontiac Grand Prix
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 4,667
Recall Summary:
The master cylinder rear brake pipe, which carries brake fluid to the rear brakes, may develop a leak due to extended chafing on the air cleaner resonator bracket.
How to Fix:
If upon inspection the dealer finds that there is inadequate clearance, the pipe will be reformed to obtain the necessary three quarter inch space. Only those pipes showing signs of wear will be replaced.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks equipped with 5. 7liter diesel engines. System: service brakes; master cylinder, rear brake pipe. Consequences of defect: brake fluid leakage will result in loss of brakingaction at the rear wheels. Loss of vehicle control and an accident couldresult, particularly in situations where minimum stopping distance is required.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 25, 1983
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