Defect Description For Recall
Brake Parts Inc. (Bpi) Is Recalling Certain Hydro-Max Brake Master Cylinders Branded As Raybestos P/N Mc390565, Napa P/N 390565, Carquest P/N E151557, And GM AC Delco P/N 18M870. These Cylinders Contain A 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
BRAKE PARTS
Model Of Vehicle
CARQUEST E151557
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
13E026000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master Cylinder
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
Bpi Will Notify Customers And Replace The Fluid Level Indicator Switch Free Of Charge. The Recall Began In June 2013. Owners May Contact Bpi At 1-815-363-9000.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Brake Parts Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
624
Date Owners Notified
20130603
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Brake Parts Inc.
Date Report Received
20130529