NHTSA Recall 95V133000
NHTSA Campaign Id 95V133000; Date: Jul. 11, 1995
The rear brake line can leak or rupture resulting in reduced braking capability, loss of rear brakes, and/or loss of brake fluid reserves in the master brake cylinder.
Recalled Vehicles:
1993 Dabryan Lincoln Towncar; 1994 Dabryan Lincoln Towncar; 1995 Dabryan Lincoln Towncar; 1993 Lincoln Town Car; 1994 Lincoln Town Car; 1995 Lincoln Town Car
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Dabryan Coach Builders
Affected Units:: 692
Recall Summary:
Improper installation of the rear brake line at the point at which the extended brake line first bends and extends over the left rear wheel area of the frame. If not installed with sufficient clearance, chafing of the brake line can occur in an area adjacent to the rear floor pan.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the brake line for proper installation and/or damage and replace as necessary. Also a protective boot or sleeve over the brake line will be installed.
Recall Notes:
System: brakes; hydraulic; lines; non-metallic. Vehicle description: Lincoln towncars remanufactured into stretch limousines by dabryan coach builders. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time,should contact dabryan at 1-417-864-4411. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 8, 1995
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