NHTSA Recall 85V124000
NHTSA Campaign Id 85V124000; Date: Oct. 7, 1985
Recalled Vehicles:
1983 Chevrolet Astro; 1984 Chevrolet Astro; 1985 Chevrolet Astro
Component: Parking Brake:driveline:air:chamber
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 4,870
Recall Summary:
The rear brake release time may be greater than the time specified in fmvss 121, "air brake system". In addition, some tractors may have warped parking brake apply springs which also effect the rear brake release time. Consequence of defect: tractors fail to meet the stopping distance specified in fmvss 121 which is required to stop the truck safely.
How to Fix:
Install a quick release valve in the trailer service air line and increase the diameter of the rear service brake line. Also inspect rear spring brake chamber and release if necessary.
Recall Notes:
System: air brakes. Vehicle description: tractors equipped with rpo rq3 tractor application.
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