Recalls for your 1983 Chevrolet P6

Recalls for 1983 Chevrolet P6

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DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE


Posted on: 1984-11-13
Description
The dual air reservoirs of some trucks were equipped with carbon steel springs instead of stainless steel springs, as intended.  The carbon steel spring is more susceptible to rusting than the stainless steel spring.  This rusting could cause the check valve to fail, causing total loss of front and rear brakes.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The air tank will be inspected and, if necessary, the air valve will be replaced with one containing a stainless steel spring.

Notes
Vehicle description: medium trucks equipped with air brakes.system: service brakes; air supply check valve.consequences of defect: if an air leak were to occur and the driver did notheed warnings, an accident could result.
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