Mechanical: linkage and cableRecall 85V-055 · Eldorado and Encore vehicles
ELDORADO MOTOR CORP. recall 85V-055 covers 665 Eldorado and Encore vehicles for a mechanical: linkage and cable problem, reported to NHTSA on May 1, 1985.
Source: NHTSA recall 85V055000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE MAY BECOME FRAYED OR BOUND UP ON THE HEAT SHIELD OF THE PROPANE TANK MOUNTING BRACKETS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: EMERGENCY BRAKES COULD BECOME INOPERATIVE.
The fix
REROUTE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH HEAT SHIELD OF THE PROPANE TANK MOUNTING BRACKET.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORHOMES.SYSTEM: EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from August 1, 1983 to December 1, 1984. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.