NHTSA Recall 84V093000
NHTSA Campaign Id 84V093000; Date: Aug. 17, 1984
Recalled Vehicles:
1984 Chevrolet Camaro; 1984 Pontiac Firebird
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 30,868
Recall Summary:
Rear brake hoses were not properly manufactured and do not conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 106, "brake hoses". Hoses could come loose from the end fittings when subjected to a pulling force.
How to Fix:
A new hose will be installed if necessary. In addition, brakes will be serviced.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: service brakes; rear brake hose. Consequences of defect: separation of the hose from its metal end fitting wouldresult in loss of brake fluid and loss of some brake action. An accident couldresult under circumstances requiring minimum stopping distance.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 15, 1984
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