2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 106, brake hoses. These front hydraulic brake hoses may fail under pressure of brake application due to use of improperly processed material. Partial loss of braking capability and increase in stopping distances will result.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and will replace defective brake hoses without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: service brakes; hydraulic lines, hoses.consequences of defect: partial loss of braking and increased stoppingdistances could lead to a vehicle accident.note: the red warning signal on the instrument panel may alert the driver tobrake malfunction.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
Posted on: 1983-02-28
Description
Fuel tank support straps on some of the involved vehicles may rust if exposed to road salt used for snow and ice removal.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will replace existing support straps with galvanized steel straps without charge.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel systems; fuel tank strap.consequences of defect: if the straps fail due to rust, the fuel tank may fallfrom position or to the ground, possibly resulting in a vehicle accident and afire.