NHTSA Campaign Id 95V067000; Date: Mar. 29, 1995
The corrosion causes a deterioration of the electricalswitch connection and can result in false illumination of abs and/or the brake warning lights and/or the loss of power assistance because of no hydraulic pumpoperation. Loss of power assist increases the driver's brake pedal effort required for stopping which can result in extended braking distances.
1992 SAAB 9000; 1993 SAAB 9000; 1994 SAAB 9000
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock:control Unit/module
Manufactured by: Saab Cars Usa, Inc.
Affected Units:: 12,091
Moisture can follow the electrical harness and enter the pressure switch connector causing corrosion and malfunction of the switch.
Dealers will inspect the electrical connections to the abs pressure switch terminals for corrosion and install a shrink hose to the wiring harness to avoid moisture entering the connection. Pressure switches with corroded connectors will be replaced.
System: brakes; hydraulic; anti-skid system. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with "mk ii" anti-lock braking system (abs) brakes. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact SAAB at 1-800-955-9007. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 7, 1995
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