NHTSA Recall 83V107000
NHTSA Campaign Id 83V107000; Date: Oct. 13, 1983
Recalled Vehicles:
1983 Chevrolet Blazer; 1984 Chevrolet Blazer; 1983 Chevrolet T10; 1984 Chevrolet T10; 1983 GMC T15; 1984 GMC T15
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 13,181
Recall Summary:
The right front crossover pipe, which carries brake hydraulic fluid, may break and leak fluid. This occurs when the right front fender skirt contacts the pipe and vibration causes the pipe to wear through.
How to Fix:
If the position and clearance of the brake pipe are incorrect, the fender skirt will be adjusted and a replacement pipe will be installed.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: light trucks, four wheel drive. System: service brakes; front brake hydraulic crossover pipe. Consequences of defect: fluid leakage will result in the loss of front braking,and an increase in stopping distance. An accident may result, particularly insituations requiring minimum stopping distance. Note: an increase in brake pedal travel and illumination of the brake warninglight may indicate the problem exists.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 18, 1983
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