Defect Description For Recall
The Involved Vehicles May Have Been Assembled With A Brake Pedal Support Bracket Which Was Designed For Use In Diesel Engine Vehicles. The Incorrect Bracket May Cause The Service Brakes To Remain Partially Applied, Resulting In Brake Overheating And Reduced Braking EffeCTIveness.
Make Of Vehicle
BUICK
Model Of Vehicle
ELECTRA
Year
1981
Recall Campaign Number
80V125000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Dealer Will Inspect Vehicles And, If Necessary, Replace The Pedal Support Bracket At No Charge To Owner.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19800801
End Of Manufacture
19800801
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
4615
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
19800925