Defect Description For Recall
Robert Bosch Llc (Bosch) Is Recalling Certain Hydro-Max Brake Master Cylinders With 2.0 Inch Bore And 84 Cubic Inch Reservoir Equipped With A Brake Fluid Level Indicator Switch And Without A Differential Pressure Switch, Manufactured Between July 1, 2011 And April 12, 2012. The Brake Fluid Level Indicator (Fli) May Not Properly Detect A Low Brake Fluid Level Situation And Warn The Driver.
Make Of Vehicle
BOSCH
Model Of Vehicle
HYDRO-MAX MASTER CYLINDER
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
13E011000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Brake Fluid Low Warning: Lamp
Effect Of Defect
If The Brake System Develops An External Leak, It May Result In A Loss Of Brake Fluid Below The DeteCTIon Level Of The Fluid Indicator Switch. Without A Warning, The Driver May Be Unaware That The Brake Fluid Level Is Low. A Low Brake Fluid Level May Reduce The Available Braking Force Which Could Lengthen The Required Stopping Distance And Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Bosch Will Notify Customers And Replace The Fluid Level Indicator Switch Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On April 4, 2013. Owners May Contact The Bosch Technical Support And Warranty Hotline At 1-855-426-7247.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Robert Bosch Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20110701
End Of Manufacture
20120412
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
6549
Date Owners Notified
20130404
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Robert Bosch, Llc
Date Report Received
20130226