NHTSA Recall 84V068000
NHTSA Campaign Id 84V068000; Date: May. 29, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:
1980 Chevrolet CD042; 1981 Chevrolet CD042; 1982 Chevrolet CD042; 1983 Chevrolet P6T042; 1980 GMC CD042; 1981 GMC CD042; 1982 GMC CD042; 1983 GMC P6T042
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 32,010
Recall Summary:
Unwanted air is being drawn into the brake system when brake pedal is released. This is due to the use of the bendix master cylinder in combination with the bendix hydrovac.
How to Fix:
Dealer will check to see if vehicle is equipped with a bendix master cylinder. If so, dealer will install a tube and hose assembly and repair brake system. If needed, a new wagner master cylinder will be installed.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: medium trucks equipped with single hydraulic brakesystems. System: service brakes; hydraulic system. Consequences of defect: the combination of this defect along with everyday useand normal wear, could result in decreased brake performance and eventual lossof brakes. An accident could result.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 18, 1984
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