NHTSA Recall 94V085000
NHTSA Campaign Id 94V085000; Date: May. 3, 1994
This can result in increased stopping distances and a possible vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1994 Chevrolet Tiltmaster W4; 1994 GMC Forward N4; 1994 Isuzu NPR
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Isuzu Motors Limited
Affected Units:: 130
Recall Summary:
On some vehicles, the sealing surfaces for a hydraulic brake hose on a front brake caliper were covered by paint residue. Brake fluid gradually dissolves the paint, opening a small path between the sealing surface and the gasket allowing brake fluid to leak when the brake is applied.
How to Fix:
Dealers will remove paint from the brake caliper, replace copper gaskets and bleed the front brakes.
Recall Notes:
System: brakes; hydraulic; line; fittingsvehicle description: medium duty truck chassis. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact isuzu service at 1-800-255-6727. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 6, 1994
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