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
GM AC Delco 18M870
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