Defect Description For Recall
Remanufacturerd Rear Brake Calipers, Part Nos. 18-7019, 18-7020, 16-7019, And 16-7020, Manufactured From February 1, 2002, To April, 25, 2003., And For Use On 1965 Thru 1982 Chevrolet Corvettes. The Subject Brake Calipers Were Manufactured Using Improperly Manufactured Piston Seals. These Seals Are Intended To Prevent Fluid Leakage Between The Caliper Housing And The Pistons. These Brake Calipers Are For Use Only On 1965 Thru 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Vehicles. This Recall Does Not Involve General Motors Corporation Or Any Of Its Products.
Make Of Vehicle
CHEVROLET
Model Of Vehicle
CORVETTE
Year
1971
Recall Campaign Number
03E032000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Disc:Caliper
Effect Of Defect
Under These Conditions, The Vehicle Operator May Not Be Able To Stop The Car, Possibly Resulting In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Cardone Will Notify Its Customers And All Unsold Inventory Will Be Repurchased And Will Provide A Full Refund To Customers. Owner Notification Is Expected To Begin During May 2003. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Cardone At 215-912-3000.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Cardone Industries, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
15899
Date Owners Notified
20030501
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
General Motors, Llc
Date Report Received
20030512