Defect Description For Recall
The Rear Brake Release Time May Be Greater Than The Time Specified In Fmvss 121, “Air Brake System”. In Addition, Some Tractors May Have Warped Parking Brake Apply Springs Which Also Effect The Rear Brake Release Time. Consequence Of Defect: Tractors Fail To Meet The Stopping Distance Specified In Fmvss 121 Which Is Required To Stop The Truck Safely.
Make Of Vehicle
CHEVROLET
Model Of Vehicle
ASTRO
Year
1983
Recall Campaign Number
85V124000
Component Description
Parking Brake:Driveline:Air:Chamber
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Install A Quick Release Valve In The Trailer Service Air Line And Increase The Diameter Of The Rear Service Brake Line. Also Inspect Rear Spring Brake Chamber And Release If Necessary.
Vehicle Manufacturer
General Motors Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19820701
End Of Manufacture
19850201
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
4870
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
19851007
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
121